Community Impact Lead

Edmonton City Centre Church Corp•Edmonton, AB

3d•CA$54,609 - CA$73,972•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a dynamic, creative leader who is passionate about making a difference in their community through crafting lasting impact with volunteers, donors, and stakeholders. We believe that everyone has a gift to share – whether that’s time, dime, or impact. Your role will be to cultivate, steward, and deepen lasting relationships focused in on individual interests, passions, and connections to e4c’s work. This position acts as an ambassador for the organization, and our mission, vision, and values in public spaces, including events, speaking engagements, and education opportunities. The successful candidate is team-oriented, and understands the importance of collaboration and curiosity, focused on continuous improvement. They have experience crafting and managing campaigns, events, or working as a member of a multidisciplinary team with a shared objective. e4c is a diverse organization with programs spanning food provision, shelter and housing, education and skill development, financial empowerment, and social enterprise. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of programs aligned with interest, experience, and engagement opportunities. If you are interested in a professional leadership opportunity that challenges growth, encourages out-of-the-box thinking, and empowers autonomy while advancing the core values of courage, compassion, connection, and commitment, this position may be for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, diploma, certificate, or equivalent experience in communications, community engagement, nonprofit management, public relations, marketing, social sciences, or a related field
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle or reliable transportation
Proof of vehicle insurance, registration and 3-year drivers abstract.
5+ years of experience in communications, community engagement, volunteer management, community development, human services, special events, or a related field.
Proven ability to build and sustain community partnerships, networks, and engagement opportunities with measurable outcomes.
Strong knowledge of volunteer management practices and experience supporting community-driven initiatives, including those involving vulnerable and marginalized populations.
Excellent communication, customer service, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
High level of digital literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office, database systems, and online platforms

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of homelessness, poverty, mental health, addictions, and related community issues is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of community engagement initiatives aligned with organizational priorities, sustainability goals, and strategic plans.
Oversee the full volunteer lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, recognition, retention, and program evaluation.
Build and strengthen relationships with volunteers, donors, community organizations, corporate partners, post-secondary institutions, and other stakeholders.
Lead the planning and execution of community engagement events, campaigns, activations, and partnership initiatives.
Support the implementation of communications and storytelling strategies that promote awareness, engagement, and impact while ensuring trauma-informed and strengths-based practices.
Advance internal communication and engagement initiatives that strengthen collaboration, transparency, and alignment across the organization.
Serve as a liaison between program teams and the Communications and Sustainability department, providing guidance, tools, and support for engagement activities.
Monitor, analyze, and report on community engagement metrics, volunteer impact, participation trends, and funding-related outcomes.
Provide mentorship, coaching, and leadership to team members, volunteers, and stakeholders while fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, privacy requirements, risk management practices, and documentation standards.