Community Engagement Coordinator

Job description: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR (Hamilton Halton)

Do you have a heart of compassion for vulnerable families? Do you like working with people and building teams? Are you a self-starter, assertive, organized and have an entrepreneurial character? Are you a strong communicator who loves holding a team together with your skills, flexibility, and relationship building? Do you love details, administration, and a job well done? If so, come join us at the Safe Families Canada team as the Community Engagement Coordinator in Hamilton Halton.

Safe Families Canada (SFC) is a faith-based, registered charity that serves the community by helping to keep children safe and families intact. SFC reaches families before their circumstances get to a critical point, warranting intervention from Child Welfare. Prior to involvement with child welfare, families may voluntarily place their children with an approved and screened SFC volunteer Host Family while they work through their crisis and maintain parental custody. A Family Coach, Family Friends, and the church work together to support the parents as well as the Host Family. Through these volunteers and churches, SFC can provide a network of support to families in crisis while they get back on their feet.

Position Summary

The Community Engagement Coordinator serves as a key relationship-builder and coordinator for Safe Families, focused on establishing and maintaining partnerships with churches, community organizations, schools, and businesses. Responsibilities include coordinating community events and training, running the Moms' Group program, and working with Ministry leads to recruit and support Circle of Support volunteers. The position also drives fundraising through grant-seeking, sponsorships, and year-round fundraising initiatives. Additionally, it involves creating promotional materials—brochures, newsletters, and social media content—to advance Safe Families Canada's mission and vision.

Description of Responsibilities and Duties

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with churches community organizations schools faith-based groups and businesses to build partnerships
• Coordinate community events, information sessions, and training opportunities to engage volunteers and partners in the work of Safe Families
• Program coordination of Moms’ Group including scheduling volunteers, planning activities and booking speakers
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, grants, and sponsorships to support Safe Families
• Lead fundraising initiatives throughout the year
• Create compelling materials including brochures, newsletters and social media content to promote the vision and mission of Safe Families Canada
• Contact and connect with local churches about partnerships
• Works with Ministry leads to recruit and support all circle of support volunteers from their Church
• Other duties as assigned by chapter director

Qualifications

1. Bachelors degree in social work, communication, public relations, or a related field. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

2. Experience in community engagement and outreach, preferably in the non-profit sector is an asset.

3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect and build strong relationships.

4. Knowledge of local community resources, social services, and child welfare systems is highly desirable.

5. Proficiency in using various communication and marketing tools, including social media platforms, to engage and mobilize the community.

6. Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7. Compassionate, empathetic, and committed to advocating for vulnerable families.

8. Valid drivers license and access to reliable transportation.

Joining Safe Families Canada as a Community Engagement Coordinator provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable families in our community. If you are passionate about community engagement, have excellent communication skills, and are dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to apply.

Position Details: Community Engagement Coordinator

Salary: TBD

Closing Date: August 25, 2026

Start Date: September 8, 2026

Location: Hamilton / Halton

Classification: 32 hours - Part-time temporary (maternity leave)

Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter with their resume. If you are selected for an interview, we will ask you to bring 3 references (one of each: professional, pastoral and personal) with you to the interview.

Please apply to Natalie Vanderlaan at ***email_hidden***

All qualified applicants who fulfill our conditions for employment will receive consideration for the position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all who apply.