Volunteer Fund Development Coordinator

10 hours / monthly

1- year commitment

About the Organization:
Founded initially as the Calgary Chinese Community Service Association (CCCSA) in 1978 and
rebranded in 2021 as Diversecities, we are a community-based organization with the mission to
create an inclusive and supportive society where all people have full and equitable access to all aspects of Canadian society. Our vision is to continue working on making Calgary and
surrounding areas a welcoming home for immigrants of any cultural and ethnic origin where
they can feel meaningfully engaged in the community. We take part in building a more
inclusive society by addressing cultural, social, economic, and language barriers and acting as a
bridge to private and public institutions.

Diversecities is a community service organization that assists Calgarians in four key life areas:
(a) economic integration, (b) social connection, (c) well-being, and (d) learning. These four key
life areas are addressed through delivering programs and services that form Diversecities’ five
pillars: Law & Advocacy, Bridge to the Community, Child & Youth, Health & Wellness, and Food
Security.

About the Role:
The Volunteer Fund Development Coordinator, with the guidance and support of the CEO and
the Manager of Operations and Outreach, will support the organization in exploring and
creating new sources of unrestricted funds through various fund development activities.

This volunteer position can be done remotely or in-person at the Diversecities office (1406 Centre Street NE, Calgary AB T2E 2R9).

Responsibilities:
• Assist in researching and developing suitable fundraising opportunities for the organization.
• Reach out to potential donors through cold calls.
• Support in the organization and hosting of fundraising events.
• Attend bi-monthly fundraising committee meetings.

Desired Personal Qualifications:
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Be considerate, pleasant, patient, responsible and work well with the public.
• Efficient and dependable.
• Be able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

More Details

Additional Details & Skills Required

The volunteer is expected to complete a 1-hour onboarding session.

Certification or Education Required

• Experience in sales, marketing or fundraising activities. 
• Understanding of non-profit organizations (desired but not mandatory).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

• Knowledge of the administration and management of non-profit organizations and the 
non-profit sector in Calgary.
• Development of presentation skills as well as face-to-face, email and phone 
communication etiquette and skills.
• Learning about sales, marketing and business.
• Professional development opportunities.

Activities involved

Fundraising

Requirements:

Other
Police Check
Resume

Also required for this position: Cover letter and resume (2 pages).

Languages Needed:

Fluency in a second language is an asset.

Remote or online
Flexible in schedule