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Community Engagement Coordinator (Edmonton)

Edmonton, Alberta,
Canada
Fund Development /
Full-time
/ Hybrid
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Direct Reporting Line: 

Director, Fund Development Canada West

Location: 

Edmonton, AB

About IDRF

The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to empowering people facing poverty, hardship, and crisis. We work in collaboration with local partners in Canada and around the world to deliver impactful, sustainable solutions in education, health, food security, emergency relief, and economic development. Learn more about our mission at www.idrf.ca

Position Summary:

IDRF is seeking a passionate and driven Community Engagement Coordinator based in Edmonton, AB to lead regional fundraising efforts and manage major donor relationships across Western Canada. This is an exciting opportunity for a community-oriented fundraiser to play a strategic role in growing IDRF’s impact through local engagement and high-value donor development. If you are a relationship-builder, have a passion for humanitarian causes, and want to make a real difference in your community and beyond this role is for you.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Community & Regional Fundraising

  • Lead the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and events in Edmonton and the surrounding region.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with community members and organizations, mosques, businesses, and local leaders.
  • Represent IDRF at public events, speaking engagements, and outreach activities to raise awareness and funds to support IDRF’s causes.
  • Recruit, support, and mobilize volunteers to amplify IDRF’s reach and impact.
  • Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with major donors and philanthropic partners.
  • Track donor interactions and progress using CRM tools to ensure timely follow-ups and strategic donor stewardship.

 

Strategic Planning & Collaboration

  • Contribute to regional and national fundraising goals and strategies.
  • Analyze donor trends, opportunities, and community insights to strengthen IDRF’s fundraising effectiveness.
  • Work cross-functionally with other departments to ensure alignment of outreach and donor communications.

Qualifications & Competencies

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 3–5 years of experience in fundraising, major gifts, donor relations, or community engagement (non-profit sector preferred).
  • Proven track record of donor cultivation and successful fundraising campaigns.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confident public speaker and relationship builder.

 

Requirements:

  • Experience working within diverse communities, especially Muslim and culturally diverse communities in Canada.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
  • Proficiency with CRM systems, Asana, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Willingness to travel across Alberta
  • A genuine passion for IDRF’s mission and humanitarian work.

 

*Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to hr@idrf.ca with the subject line: [Job Title] – [Your Full Name]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Interested applicants can email their resume and cover letter

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