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. Includes 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 technical 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 Day, 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 usable 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. 

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Campaigns & Projects Coordinator (Term Contract)