VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant

Organization: Jewish Family Services (JFS Vancouver)
Location: Vancouver, BC
Position Title: Volunteer – Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant
Commitment: 10–15 hours per week (flexible)

About JFS
For over 88 years, Jewish Family Services (JFS) has been enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families across the Lower Mainland. Guided by our values—welcoming everyone, honouring each journey, treating people with dignity and respect, and caring deeply—we provide essential services that support social, physical, and emotional wellness.

Join us as a volunteer and make a meaningful impact by helping us connect with donors, engage the community, and uplift lives.

Volunteer Role Overview
Jewish Family Services is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant (Volunteer) to support our fundraising, communications, and community engagement efforts. This volunteer role is ideal for someone interested in nonprofit work, fundraising, marketing/communications, or event planning, and who wants to give back to the community while gaining valuable experience.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Support
• Assist with donor stewardship, including preparing thank-you letters and campaign updates
• Conduct research to support engagement strategies
• Support fundraising initiatives, including tribute-giving and annual campaigns
Marketing & Communications
• Draft and schedule engaging social media posts
• Support updates to the JFS website and newsletters
• Help create content for marketing and communications

Event Support
• Assist with planning and delivering community and volunteer events
• Help with logistics such as RSVPs, liaising with vendors, and event-day support
General Administration
• Provide administrative support, including data entry and project tracking
• Assist the team with other tasks related to philanthropy and community engagement

Skills & Interests
Required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Able to work during daytime hours at our office location in central Vancouver

Non-Required Assets
• Interest in fundraising, marketing, communications, or philanthropy
• Comfortable using social media and basic digital tools
• Comfortable using email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) or websites (e.g., WordPress)
• Familiarity with donor databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge)

Why Volunteer With JFS?
• Be part of a compassionate, welcoming, and inclusive organization making a difference in the community
• Gain hands-on non-profit experience in philanthropy, donor relations, communications, and event planning
• Flexible schedule (10–15 hours/week)
• Reference letter provided upon successful completion of volunteer term

How to Apply
If you’re interested in volunteering as a Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant, please apply online or send a short email describing your interest and background to volunteer@jfsvancouver.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.