Community Investment Specialist

The Home Depot

2d•$49,000 - $55,100

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Community Investment, the Community Investment Specialist supports the planning, coordination, and execution of vendor fundraising initiatives and experiential engagement opportunities on behalf of The Home Depot Canada Foundation (THDCF). With a primary focus on curated supplier fundraising experiences, this role is responsible for delivering high-quality, mission-driven experiences that strengthen relationships with the Foundation’s vendor and supplier community and advance the Foundation’s goal to prevent and end youth homelessness. The Specialist works closely with internal partners and external stakeholders to support experiences, fundraising engagements, and signature fundraising events. This role also provides operational and administrative support to THDCF’s communications, events, and storytelling efforts that bring the Foundation’s impact to life.

Requirements

Must meet minimum time in position requirements and hold a Performance Management code of “V2” (Valued Associate – Well Positioned)
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) or equivalent in a related field; social sciences, communications, events, or hospitality an asset
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in event coordination, experiential marketing, fundraising events, or non-profit program delivery
Demonstrated experience planning travel-based programs, trips, conferences, or multi-day experiences
Strong project coordination skills with the ability to manage timelines, logistics, and budgets simultaneously
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments with competing priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
Proven client service or stakeholder-facing experience
CRM or grant management system experience an asset; proficient in Microsoft Office
French language skills are an asset
Ability to travel domestically approximately 10–15%

Responsibilities

Vendor Experiences & Trip Planning Plan, coordinate, and execute THDCF’s Supplier Experiences, including multi-day trips, site visits, and immersive engagements aligned to the Foundation’s mission
Manage logistical elements of supplier travel experiences, including communications, itineraries, transportation, accommodations, schedules, budgets, and on-site execution
Partner with grantees and community organizations to facilitate meaningful on-the-ground experiences that highlight impact and outcomes
Ensure each experience is thoughtfully designed to drive engagement, storytelling, and long-term supplier relationships. Includes program tracking, reporting, and evaluation to assess effectiveness and inform improvements.
Fundraising & Event Management Support the planning and execution of key annual fundraising events, including the Spring Gala and The Home Depot Canada Charity Classic
Assist with vendor fundraising initiatives and third-party events to support annual revenue goals
Contribute to the delivery of Community Builds and experiential fundraising opportunities
Stakeholder Management and Administrative Support Support ongoing engagement with vendor partners, merchandising department, and vendor donors, including Supplier Advisory Committee-related activities
Assist in preparing meeting materials, agendas, and presentations for fundraising-related committees (e.g. SAC and Merch Sub-Committee)
Collaborate with internal teams (Communications, PR, Marketing) to elevate stories emerging from supplier experiences
Build strong working relationships with associates across the business, including Foundation leadership, field associates, merchandising, finance, operations, and U.S. counterparts
Represent The Home Depot Canada Foundation at internal and external events as required
Demonstrate a working understanding of youth homelessness and community investment principles