Join us and make a difference!
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference? The work you do with the Foundation will have a direct and positive impact on children and families in your community. The Foundation believes in providing its employees with a respectful and inspiring workplace, and offers competitive salaries, comprehensive extended health and dental benefits, and a pension program. You can be a part of a caring and compassionate team working together to support Island families.
Current open opportunities:
Associate Director of Programs
Our team is growing, we have an exciting opportunity for a new Associate Director of Programs to join our passionate and dedicated team. Reporting to the Director of Family Programs & Impact, the Associate Director will lead Foundation programs such as Bear Essentials and the Home Away From Home network and work collaboratively to ensure a strategic approach to program development and delivery.
The Associate Director’s responsibilities are primarily twofold: first, to ensure programs are aligned with program and organizational Theories of Change and to optimize productivity and nurture program success.
A key element of the role is to foster integration and strategic thinking across program areas to support the work and sustainability of family programs.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to careers@islandkidsfirst.com. The application deadline is October 10th, 2023.
Assistant Manager – Q̓ʷalayu House
The Assistant Manager is responsible for ensuring that Q̓ʷalayu House is an inclusive and welcoming home for families who have children receiving health care in Campbell River. This position assists with ensuring the safe and efficient operations of Q̓ʷalayu House and the day to day operations. The Assistant Manager serves as the public face of Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island (CHFVI) at Q̓ʷalayu House and is expected to model the values and vision of the Children’s Health Foundation.
We’re looking for someone with a high level of organizational ability, exceptional communication skills, and is dedicated to providing exceptional service. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a team player with a passion for building relationships and helping others.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to careers@islandkidsfirst.com with “Assistant Manager – Q̓ʷalayu House” in the subject line. The application deadline is Monday, September 25th, 2023, however the position will remain open until the successful candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
Marketing and Communications Manager
The Marketing and Communications Manager is our keystone role focused on sharing our story, increasing our brand awareness, and showcasing how we’re transforming the lives of children, youth, and families on Vancouver Island. With one hand steering the execution of our day-to-day marketing lifecycle, and one eye on the horizon strategizing our next marketing opportunity, this position will be instrumental in supporting CHFVI’s long-term growth.
To be effective in their role, the Marketing and Communications Manager will be nimble and flexible when it comes to shifting priorities or changing business needs, and they will maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude when considering innovative ideas and in the face of challenges. Working collaboratively with our Fund Development, Family Programs and Impact, and Finance & Operations teams while also overseeing a team of two marketing team members, this role will seamlessly blend marketing and business strategy into a clear, growth-focused roadmap aimed at expanding our donor base and owning the market share.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@reimaginework.ca with the subject line ‘CHFVI – Marketing and Communications Manager.’ We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
We are seeking multiple casual Home Coordinators for Q̓ᵂalayu House, our home away from home in Campbell River. Highlights of duties & responsibilities:
• Housekeeping, cleaning guest rooms upon check-out and all common areas.
• Supporting families with room bookings, guest orientation, and guest services.
• Following processes, policies, and guidelines.
• Record keeping, task tracking, and database entry.
If this position sounds like a great fit for you, please email your cover letter, resume, and two professional references to careers@islandkidsfirst.com with “Casual – Home Coordinator” in the subject line. The application is open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
The Fund Development Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and support of annual giving and event programs, including related fundraising initiatives, grant writing, volunteer coordination, and annual bursary programs. The coordinator is an ambassador of the Foundation and an active team member and works closely with the Foundation team to execute the operational and strategic plans of the fund development department through a donor centric approach.
If this position sounds like a great fit for you, please email your cover letter and resume to careers@islandkidsfirst.com with “Fund Development Coordinator” in the subject line. The application deadline is Friday, August 21, 2023, however the position will remain open until the successful candidate is found. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those shortlisted will be contacted.