Community Engagement Specialist

Community Engagement Specialist

Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation has a mission to support programs and services integral to the advancement of healthcare and the total well-being of the citizens of Pembroke and the surrounding communities. We accomplish this by the raising, managing and distributing of funds to the Pembroke Regional Hospital. The Foundation offers meaningful opportunities to make an impact in the caring of community. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inspiring, supportive and exemplifies our mission.

We are recruiting for a Community Engagement Specialist. This is a full-time position.

The Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for the development of community relationships which will enhance the ability of the Foundation to raise funds through community events. This will include administrative duties, event planning and execution, marketing, social media, and major gifts solicitation.

Primary responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the Executive Director to develop and implement an annual fundraising plan for the Foundation, including acquisition and stewardship of event organizers and major gift prospects.
• Monitors progress against the plan and advise when adjustments to the plan are required.
• Develops and implements relationship management strategies and timetables for assigned prospects and donors.
• Works closely with volunteer committees to plan, coordinate, and deliver a successful fundraising event or campaign.
• Provides guidance, support, and leadership to volunteers, fostering collaboration and engagement while ensuring clear communication and alignment with goals and objectives.
• Oversees the full planning and execution of all Foundation fundraising events (i.e., event concepts, logistics and timelines, vendors and volunteers, on-site setup and teardown, social media and website promotion.)
• Identifies opportunities to improve fundraising initiatives by assessing local needs, conditions, and past results, and recommending adjustments to enhance community-wide efforts.
• Identifies and engages hospital staff, potential donors, stakeholders, and third-party event partners.
• Oversees ongoing management of all lotteries, including AGCO reporting and collaboration with lottery partners.
• Provides regular progress updates and identify successes, issues and challenges.

• Post-secondary education in a related discipline, or a combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience in fundraising.
• A solid understanding of fundraising and community practices.
• Ability to develop and maintain new and existing relationships.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in problem solving and using good judgement.
• Experience working with groups and delivering presentations.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility with changing priorities and ability to remain focused to meet targeted timelines.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), experience working with databases and mass email.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to take responsibility and be accountable.
• Have respect for others.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• A criminal records check.

Assets:

• CFRE designation.
• Experience with Canva, Donor Perfect, Raisin, Constant Contact.
• Web abilities in WordPress and Elementor.

In return for your contributions, we offer an attractive compensation package that encompasses a competitive salary, and the opportunity to have a rewarding employment experience where your contributions can make a true difference every day.

Please send your resume and cover letter by April 10,2026.