Regional Community Engagement Manager – Eastern Canada
Job Title:
Regional Community Engagement Manager – Eastern Canada
Location:
Ottawa / Montreal (covering Ottawa, Quebec & Maritime provinces)
Reports To:
Head of Fund Development
Contract Type:
Full-Time
Job Description
Position Overview
Action for Humanity Canada is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Regional Community Engagement Manager to lead fundraising, community partnerships, and regional engagement initiatives across Ottawa, Quebec, and the Maritime provinces.
The successful candidate will strengthen AFH Canada's presence, build meaningful relationships with community stakeholders, expand fundraising opportunities, and develop volunteer networks to support our humanitarian mission.
Key Responsibilities
1. Regional Fundraising & Development
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Develop and execute regional fundraising and community engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
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Lead fundraising campaigns, including Ramadan, Qurbani, emergency appeals, and community initiatives.
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Identify new fundraising opportunities and expand AFH Canada's presence across the assigned regions.
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Achieve regional fundraising targets and monitor performance.
2. Community Partnerships & Engagement
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Build and maintain strong relationships with mosques, community organizations, businesses, and community leaders.
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Secure fundraising partnerships, Jummah collections, sponsorships, and collaborative initiatives.
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Represent AFH Canada at community events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
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Strengthen existing partnerships while developing new community networks.
3. Events & Campaign Management
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Plan and oversee regional fundraising events, community programs, and awareness campaigns.
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Coordinate event logistics, budgets, speakers, volunteers, and fundraising activities.
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Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful campaign execution.
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Evaluate event performance, fundraising results, and community impact.
4. Volunteer Leadership & Regional Growth
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Recruit, develop, and support regional volunteers and community ambassadors.
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Establish volunteer leadership networks in key cities across Eastern Canada.
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Support youth engagement and community-led fundraising initiatives.
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Identify opportunities to expand AFH Canada's reach into new communities.
5. Reporting & Accountability
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Track fundraising performance, partnerships, and engagement activities.
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Maintain accurate CRM records and regional activity reports.
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Provide regular updates on regional progress, opportunities, and challenges.
Job Requirements
Education
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field is preferred but not required.
Experience
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4+ years of experience in fundraising, community engagement, nonprofit management, or related fields.
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Experience working with Muslim communities and community organizations in Canada.
Skills & Competencies
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Proven ability to develop partnerships, lead fundraising initiatives, and manage events.
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Strong leadership, relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.
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Ability to work independently and manage activities across multiple regions.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and project management tools.
Languages️
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English Proficiency (required).
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French Proficiency (strongly preferred).
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Arabic or Urdu Proficiency is an asset.
Additional Requirements
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Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regularly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
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Commitment to AFH Canada's humanitarian mission and values.
What Success Looks Like
Success means building a strong and sustainable AFH Canada presence across Eastern Canada through increased fundraising revenue, lasting community partnerships, active volunteer networks, and meaningful community engagement.
The focus is not simply on organizing activities, but on turning relationships into measurable results and lasting humanitarian impact.
Your success will be measured not only by the funds raised, but by the communities engaged, partnerships established, and opportunities created for people to make a difference.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by clicking the Apply Now button below.
We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about humanitarian work and have strong connections within their local communities.