Campaigns & Projects Coordinator (Term Contract)

Job Description  

Campaigns & Projects Coordinator (Term Contract) 

What We Do  

YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing difficult realities. Based in Edmonton, our Youth Support Centre provides immediate and low-barrier 24/7 sleep support and individualized wrap-around supports for young people aged 15 -24.  

We work collaboratively within a network of care , focused on the prevention of youth homelessness by providing youth with the necessary supports to stabilize their housing, improve their wellbeing, build life skills, connect with community, and avoid re-entry into homelessness.  

We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to cultivating an environment where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. YESS is an equal opportunity employer and always strives to ensure all employment decisions are grounded in equity, fairness, and merit.  

What You Will Do  

 
This contract role provides hands-on support for three priority projects:  

• Adopt-A-Teen registration and data management  

• Walk for YESS peer-to-peer fundraiser coordination


• General support to the Marketing and Fund Development team during YESS's Year End campaign
   

The role  is responsible for   implementing and  maintaining data systems, supporting platform integration, and ensuring smooth user experiences for families, donors, and participants. Work includes managing a Peer-to-Peer fundraising platform, CRM data, troubleshooting issues, and producing  accurate ,  timely reporting.  

The focus is on execution, system integration, data accuracy, and user experience across platforms, with an emphasis on delivering functional systems and resolving issues quickly during key program and campaign periods.  

The contract period is through January 30, 2027, with an expected commitment of 40 hours per week.

Location:   Hybrid – Four days per week on location at administrative office in Edmonton ( T5S 1G2)

Responsibilities include:  

Donor Experience & Support  

• Ensure Adopt-A-Teen registration process is user-friendly and accessible for families, including clear, consistent communication before and after delivery to ensure families feel informed and supported  


• Prepare  accurate registrant lists for mailing  


• Collaborate with   Marketing and Fund Development team on donor stewardship processes
   

• Support  accurate donor data tracking and reporting  

Walk for YESS   Support  

• Manage the Peer-to-Peer  fundraising site , and walker and donor experiences . Includ es providing support for registration,  fundraising, and donors inquires  
   


• Ensure accurate reporting and CRM integration 


• Provide troubleshooting and support for walk participants , including  management of any tech n i cal issues with the platform


• Manage communications with walkers, supporters, and donors. Includes  assisting with the development of engaging email communications, including subject lines, body copy, and supporting content   


• Assist with Walk D ay, including set-up, tear down, registration, and walker management
   

Year End Campaign Support  

• Assist in managing  donor inquires by email and phone  


• Assist with donation processing -primarily donations made by phone  


• Support  Marketing and Fund  Development team with donor stewardship processes  


• Support  accurate donor tracking and reporting  


• Assist with the development of  engaging email communications, including subject lines, body copy, and supporting content for  calls to action throughout the Year End campaign  

The  Ideal Candidate Will Have  

• Experience with database/CRM systems (e.g., Raisely or similar) 

• Strong project coordination and organizational skills  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines  

• High attention to detail and data accuracy  

• Strong communication skills (internal coordination and external support) 


• Strong writing, and editing skills

• Analytical mindset with ability to translate data into u sable insights  

• Curious, proactive, and solutions-focused approach  
   

What You Bring  

• Minimum of two to five years ’  relevant  training or background in  project management, ideally in the nonprofit or social sector.  

• Clear police clearance (PIC) and a  Child Intervention (CIRC) check , both obtained within the last six months  

YESS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.