The Stan Cassidy Foundation and the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation were founded in the late 1950s by Canadian businessman, engineer and healthcare visionary Stan Cassidy, a member of the Order of Canada.  Stan fervently believed that people with disabilities could be contributing members of society and economy; that technology has a role to play in disease and injury treatment, and that grassroots medical fundraising could propel quality of care forward.

Today, the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation is a North American leader in neurological rehabilitation, serving patients in both official languages from across the Maritimes, as New Brunswick’s tertiary-level centre.  The Stan Cassidy Foundation provides funds and resources to the centre, its patients and staff. Our focus is on patient care through our direct-to-patient community grants, such as our Bikes ’n’ Trikes for Kids ’n’ Tykes program, our grants to the centre’s staff for research and education, and our equipment grants to enhance the facility.  Both organizations work to realize Stan’s original vision of a world with independence and dignity for all.

Reports to: Executive Director
Location:  Fredericton

Overview
The Development & Communications Coordinator assumes a significant role in the coordination and delivery of fundraising and communications activities to further the mission of the Stan Cassidy Foundation and to maximize revenue for the Foundation.

The incumbent plays a key role in coordinating and implementing the annual Christmas Light Up a Life appeal and all aspects of the Annual Appeal to increase revenues from individuals, organizations, foundations, and corporations; works with the Executive Director to coordinate, write, and submit donor reports and proposals, traditional media and e-media communications; works with the Executive Director, community service volunteers and outside suppliers to coordinate direct mail and events; works with and supports various content experts including Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation healthcare professionals; leads and supports community service volunteers who donate their time in support of Foundation activities;  supports the Executive Director in the recruitment, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and fundraising volunteers.

As a member of the Foundation team, the Development & Communications Officer ensures that fundraising and communications activities conform to national and provincial standards, policies and leading practices, including all Canada Revenue Agency, privacy and official languages legislation and regulation as well as generally-accepted audit principles.

These responsibilities are carried out within assigned Foundation and project-related expense budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Build Brand

Achieve annual targets set with the Executive Director for broadcast publicity, community engagement and donor stewardship:
Schedule, book and produce advertising in a variety of media
Write, coordinate guest writers, source and produce photos, and upload content for the website and other e-media
Write and distribute news releases, PSAs and articles
Host media events and photo opportunities
Monitor advertising and media hits
Design and produce displays
Engage teachers and students to promote the Cassidy’s Kids tour and fundraising program
Coordinate and host facility tours for the general public, including school groups
Coordinate mass mailings and events, including coordinating event volunteers
Attract invitations, arrange bookings and deliver speaking engagements in public settings
Conduct donor and volunteer stewardship visits, phone calls, and follow-up correspondence including project reports
Coordinate with the Executive Director and volunteers to ensure the appropriate personalization of donor stewardship communications
Solicit sponsorships, issue invitations, track RSVPs, prepare communications materials, and coordinate logistics for donor recognition events

2.  Raise Funds

Achieve annual targets set with the Executive Director for acquiring new donors, growing donor relationships and maximizing revenues:
Solicit corporate event sponsors
Produce and coordinate distribution of mass mailings, including addressed and unaddressed pieces
Coordinate and work with task-oriented community service volunteers
Support the Executive Director and Board Directors in the solicitation of major gifts by research and writing, coordinating project materials, and attending donor meetings
Promote and sell branded promotional items
Solicit prizes and coordinate raffles and auctions

3.  Fundraising & Communications Support

Maintain timely electronic notes of all communications with or about donors, prospects and volunteers using Raisers’ Edge
Provide fundraising support as required, including fielding general enquiries, whether by mail, email, phone or in person, from donors, potential donors, volunteers, media and the general public
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Skills and Aptitudes:

Exceptional verbal and written communications skills including a proven track record in public speaking and small interpersonal meetings
A strong sense of self-confidence, particularly when dealing with high-level supporters and volunteers
Demonstrated successful experience in a development and/or communications role, including donor, volunteer and/or event coordination
High level of attention to detail
Strong project management skills with a demonstrated ability to deliver results on time and on budget by preparing and managing timelines, goals and expectations wisely
Excellent ability to create, organize and maintain effective and efficient record keeping systems
Ability to obtain pertinent information from a variety of sources
Proficiency in MS Word and a demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly
A demonstrated awareness of disability issues in New Brunswick
Understanding of and commitment to the role and mission of the Stan Cassidy Foundation
Familiarity with newer technologies, including social media, will be considered an asset
Bilingualism is not required, but will be considered an asset
Ability to work and travel within a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends and evenings is required
A valid New Brunswick Drivers’ Licence is mandatory

Salary:  $37,000 – $42,000

Please apply by email with the subject line “Dev&Comm” to sccrfoundation@HorizonNB.ca