About the role
Role Description/Overview:
This role provides practical training in communication, donor stewardship, and digital marketing. The student will help craft professional communications that keep donors informed and connected to community-enhancing initiatives.
Role Responsibilities:
- Draft donor messages, thank-you notes, and email updates
- Assist with newsletters and campaign communication materials
- Support event outreach and engagement lists
- Update donor information in CRM systems
- Assist with coordinating community engagement efforts
Qualifications/Required Skills:
- Strong written communication and proofreading skills
- Ability to write clear, professional, and audience-friendly messages
- Familiarity with email platforms, newsletters, or social media communication
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail when managing donor information and communications
- Basic experience with data entry and CRM systems (such as Salesforce) is an asset
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills and a customer service mindset
- Interest in marketing, communications, fundraising, or community engagement
- Creative thinking and willingness to contribute new ideas
This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs grant program. In order to participate the candidate must:
- Be between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the funded position.
- Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred.
- Have a valid SIN
Yaqeen Institute embraces a philosophy that values and promotes diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and advance a talented and diverse workforce within a culture where all employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential.
Please note that all career opportunities at Yaqeen Institute are subject to a three-month probationary period, during which we assess performance, alignment with our values, and mutual fit to ensure long-term success in the role.