Director, Fund Development and Marketing & Communications

Since 1971, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services has been dedicated to building stronger, more inclusive communities. Guided by our vision of an inclusive community where everyone can grow, flourish, and belong, we meet people where they are and support them in discovering their unique strengths and abilities.

Alongside this legacy, Cythera Transition House Society has been a trusted presence in the community since 1984. As an anti-violence agency, Cythera supports adults, youth, and families impacted by abuse. Through safe housing, counselling, advocacy, and holistic services, Cythera empowers individuals on their path forward—always with compassion, respect, and care.

Together, Community Services and Cythera stand as pillars of support for the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and Katzie communities. By combining decades of experience, a deep-rooted community presence, and a shared commitment to safety, belonging, and resilience, our two organizations create a powerful affiliation of care for those who need it most.

As Director, Fund Development and Marketing & Communications for both organizations, you will carry forward our stories, inspire support for our missions, and help ensure a sustainable future for this collective work.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a strategic, community-centered leader to join our Leadership Team as the Director, Fund Development and Marketing & Communications. This role is pivotal in advancing our mission by shaping how we engage with donors, partners, and the broader community.

As a member of the Leadership Team for both organizations, you will guide a talented team and oversee all aspects of fundraising, branding, public relations, and communications—through a lens of equity, inclusion, and relational leadership.

This position is about more than financial sustainability. It is about uplifting stories of resilience and connection, creating space for community voice, and ensuring equity is at the heart of everything we share.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Fund Development & Donor Relations

• Lead a values-driven fund development strategy grounded in trust and relationship-based giving.
• Secure funding opportunities from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government.
• Oversee donor communications, stewardship strategies, CRM systems, and reporting.
• Partner with program teams to craft proposals and impact reports that authentically reflect community voice.

Marketing & Communications

• Develop and implement a communications strategy that promotes accessibility and amplifies diverse perspectives.
• Act as spokesperson and support the Executive Director with speeches, presentations, and media relations.
• Guide brand stewardship to ensure messaging is inclusive, strengths-based, and community-informed.
• Oversee all print and digital channels, including website, email, and social media.

Leadership & Strategy

• Contribute to strategic planning, financial oversight, and organizational culture as part of the Leadership Team.
• Align fundraising with financial goals and support accreditation efforts.
• Drive equity-focused change initiatives across the organization.

People & Culture

• Build and mentor a high-performing team with a strengths-based, coaching-focused approach.
• Foster a culture of learning, innovation, and reflective practice.
• Support succession planning and equity in leadership pathways.

External Engagement & Advocacy

• Represent the Agency at community events, conferences, and with media and government stakeholders.
• Strengthen relationships with donors, funders, and local partners.
• Lead campaigns and events that raise the Agency’s profile and invite public support.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATIONS

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in senior leadership roles within fund development, communications, or community engagement (preferably in nonprofit, social services, or public sector).
• Education: Post-secondary education in communications, nonprofit management, business, or related field.
• Knowledge: Inclusive marketing, fundraising ethics, donor relations, and EDI-informed storytelling.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to build and lead teams, navigate complex portfolios, and embed equity into strategy.
• Strengths: Excellent communication, collaboration, and consensus-building skills; culturally humble and values-driven.

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a community-based organization that values authenticity, collaboration, and empowerment. As Director, you will shape the stories we tell, strengthen the partnerships we build, and ensure our work is sustainable for years to come.

TO APPLY

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We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we proudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applications who apply for roles within the Agency.