We're Hiring! Director of Strategic Communications & Philanthropy

Congregation Schara Tzedeck is seeking an experienced, strategic and relationship-focused professional to join our team as Director of Strategic Communications & Philanthropy. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative leader who brings together fundraising, communications, community engagement, and strategy to help strengthen our congregation and support its long-term growth and sustainability.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Executive Director, you will:

- Develop and implement fundraising strategies to achieve annual and long-term revenue goals

- Grow and diversify revenue through individual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundations, grants, sponsorships and community campaigns

- Cultivate and steward strong relationships with donors and community partners

- Lead strategic communications across digital, social media, website, print and promotional channels

- Develop compelling, donor-focused stories that communicate our mission and impact

- Strengthen community engagement and organizational visibility

- Develop reports, dashboards and performance measures to support strategic decision-making

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a strategic thinker and strong relationship-builder who can turn ideas into action and bring people together around a shared vision.

The ideal candidate will have:

- A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Philanthropy, Business Administration or a related field

- Experience in both fundraising and strategic communications

- Experience with major gifts, annual giving and corporate sponsorships

- Strong expertise in donor stewardship, retention and pipeline development

- Experience developing integrated marketing, advocacy or public relations campaigns

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, media, community partners, and internal stakeholders.

- Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling communications

- Experience with digital fundraising, email marketing and social media analytics

- Strong organizational, analytical and project-management skills

The Opportunity:

Full-Time | Hybrid

Vancouver, BC - must be available to work in person at our Schara Tzedeck location 2-3 days per week

$103,000-$115,000

• comprehensive benefits

Some evening commitments required

Benefits Include

- Full health, extended health and dental benefits after a 3-month probationary period

- 4 weeks of paid vacation

- Paid time off for all Jewish holidays

- CFRE certification costs covered by the organization

About Congregation Schara Tzedeck

We are a modern Orthodox congregation dedicated to fostering a warm, welcoming community that enhances the personal, educational and spiritual growth of our members through enriching and meaningful Jewish experiences for all ages.

If you are passionate about fundraising, communications, community building and making a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

To apply: Please send your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant ex

Please send your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position via Isarta.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please share this opportunity with someone in your network who may be a great fit!

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