Community Development Manager Vancouver Island
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Posted on:
28-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors our staff and our communities. Currently employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.
Job category: Donor recruitment fundraising and sales
Job posting ID: 7883
Employment status: Temporary full-time
Positions anticipated end date:
Number of positions available: 1
Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $69229 - $82145
Application deadline:
- This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- Job specific cover letter.
- We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services All employees must apply via the internal career page.
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Be part of a dynamic collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood plasma stem cells and organs and tissues.
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We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work live and play.
About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Community Development Manager - Vancouver Island to join our dynamic Donor Relations & Field Operations team.
TheDonor Relations & Field Operationsteam is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services bygenerating and identifying leads building a pipeline of potential donors building relationships and ensuring the growth and maintenance of a high quality committed donor this role you will also be responsible for community engagement and maintaining a good public image for the donation centres to ensure there is ongoing public support.
Formula for success
- Leveraging your research skills you will organize and conduct information sessions/recruitment presentations to specific target groups based on research into the community and its demographics.
- Applying your networking abilities you will be responsible for finding and engaging with new donors through referrals networking and prospecting.
- Drawing on your customer service skills you will seek ways to continuously improve donor experience as well as meet and surpass feedback goals with the donor centre leadership team.
- Utilizing your collaboration skills you will work closely with your Regional Development Manager to implement recruitment strategies to support donor experience and retention.
- Harnessing your organizational skills you will be accountable for site management activities including contacts floorplans capacity inspections and event changes by utilizing established change management processes.
- Employing your creativity you will provide support for promotions digital content themes and campaigns while working closely with your Regional Development Manager.
- Using your interpersonal skills you will develop and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with other leaders across the organization and specifically with the Integrated Supply Chain within the Region.
- Drawing on your communication skills you will act as a media spokesperson when required.
Desired education and skills
- Degree in marketing or business administration is preferred.
- Minimum three (3) years experience in management sales account management or corporate development.
- A record of success closing opportunities and a strong desire to succeed.
- Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills; comfortable public speaking to various sizes of audiences.
- Solid background in the successful management and delivery of multifaceted projects.
- Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid drivers license is required.
What we offer you
- Payment in lieu of vacation.
- Annual performance award up to 6%.
- Payment in lieu of benefits.
- Defined benefitpension plan.
- Employee discounts wellness program professional resources.
What you can expect
- Flexible work schedule is required as events occur during the day in the evening and on weekends sometimes on short notice.
- Must be physically able to complete job duties which includes: lifting up to 50 lbs loading/unloading vehicle setting up venue long periods of travelling and standing and/or sitting.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canadas population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
If this role resonates with you we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system to ensure you receive them please add and to your safe senders list.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- English
- User Interface
- Communication
- Content Writing
- Online
- Internet
- Youtube
- Management skills
- Digital speech
- Speaking skills
- Analytics
- Writing Skills
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