We need your gifts at ERDO!
Do you have a passion for Christian humanitarian ministry and want to be part of incredible life-transforming work?
ERDO (Emergency Relief and Development Overseas) is a registered Canadian charity that serves as the humanitarian agency of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC). We work in over 30 countries worldwide providing child sponsorship, responding to crises and developing communities. We work with the world’s poorest people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. Learn more about our mission, vision and values.
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Digital Communications Officer
The Digital Communications Officer will design and implement a digital communications plan using social media platforms to promote a positive image of ERDO, support internal brand compliance, and solicit support for ERDO. This plan will include social media management and the delivery of social media communication needs for all departments of ERDO, including International Programs, Resource Development, and Executive Leadership. The candidate will work independently and in a team environment to support ongoing campaigns, appeals, and emerging world crises with social media content tie-ins.
Key Responsibilities
Social Media Management (30%):
• Creates and implements a cohesive and comprehensive social media strategy to support departmental goals for fundraising, communications, public engagement, and supporter relations.
• Mines information from a variety of sources for social content, including: written proposals and reports, newsletters, emails, partner websites and social media accounts, and through interdepartmental conversations with Program Officers.
• Implements digital advertising on programs, appeals, and campaigns, maintaining prescribed monthly budgets for ERDO’s ad spend.
Communications & Content Creation (40%):
• Designs and produces compelling social media content across various social platforms to engage key stakeholders and new audiences. Uses social media to report on ongoing projects, give donor updates, and creatively tell the story of ERDO.
• Creates and coordinates the production of digital assets, including: short reels, graphics and other visual and video content for use on social media and to be shared with our partners and Canadian churches.
• Creates website “blog” content with social media tie-ins for increased engagement through ERDO’s website.
• Participates in the creation, planning and execution of digital fundraising appeals and public engagement campaign materials for social media tie-ins.
Digital Engagement (15%):
• Monitors social media accounts for opportunities for public engagement, responds to inquiries, and moderates comments.
• Creates and implements plans to engage or re-engage Canadian PAOC and non-PAOC churches through social media, specifically targeting church ministries engaged in missions or humanitarian work and advocacy.
Strategic Growth (15%):
• Defines and monitors KPIs in order to increase digital engagement, and evaluates current and future social media strategies.
• Produces quarterly detailed reports on social media results and campaigns.
• Stays current with social media trends, best practices and technologies in order to convey ERDO’s work to a younger audience.
Qualifications
Core Competencies:
• Experience executing digital communications and social media plans
• Strong writing and editing skills
• A high capacity for content generation
• Strong organizational skills
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and inDesign, and familiarity with Premiere Pro an asset
• Familiarity with Canva or similar
• Ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high levels of accuracy
• Interest in relief and development work
• Able to create visual and video content for a Christian audience
• Must identify with and support the underlying mission, vision, and values of ERDO
Experience:
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in social media, communications or a related field.
• At least two years in a similar role with an emphasis on social media, marketing, and content generation, including copy, graphics and video. High level of proficiency in Adobe tools, including Photoshop and inDesign, and editing experience in Premiere Pro an asset.
How to Apply For This Role
Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to DCO@erdo.ca with subject line – Digital Communications Officer. In your cover letter, please explain how your application aligns with ERDO’s mission, vision, and values.
Please email your resume and cover letter as one .pdf or .docx file. Closing Date: February 18, 2025
We thank all applicants and look forward to hearing from you!
ERDO offers competitive pay, vacation, and benefits. We also match pension contributions. While we truly appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. ERDO welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Area Manager – Western Canada
The Area Manager works from a remote office, with frequent travel to meet with churches and major donors in BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan. The position emphasizes building and stewarding supporter relationships to create new and additional sources of revenue to fuel the vision of serving people afflicted by hunger, poverty and injustice. As the position is also required to represent ERDO during Sunday church services or to specialized church or other groups, some weekend or evening work, and overnight travel is required.
Key Responsibilities:
•Calling and meeting with PAOC pastors to present opportunities to financially support our focus areas of work and special campaigns
•Stewarding existing supporting churches to sustain and grow income
•Presenting opportunities to support ERDO at strategic PAOC venues including District Conferences and Youth events
•Stewarding a cluster of individual middle and large gift donors to increase touchpoints and future giving
•Tracking and reporting all interactions and future actions in a timely manner using Raiser’sEdge NXT software
•Creating a structured approach to meet personal, team and organizational fundraising objectives and key results
•Motivating high-capacity volunteers to assist in church-based fundraising activities and moving them into a stewardship cycle.
Qualifications:
•A Christian who produces theologically sound communications and is highly experienced in presenting to church audiences
•Experience fundraising and meeting or exceeding financial goals
•Comfort with and confidence in cold calling churches and engaging with all levels of church staff
•Credentials in the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada or a demonstrated high level of engagement as a long-standing member of a PAOC church.
•Demonstrated writing and relationship building skills
•Excellent time management skills
•Experience using database systems for donor research and account management
•University degree
•Access to own reliable vehicle, and willingness to use it for travel to meetings (mileage iscompensated for business use).
•Flexibility with weekly schedule which will include some evening and weekend work.
Assets:
•Previous experience with a Christian humanitarian organization performing a similar role in moves management
•CFRE certification
•A passionate calling to serve at ERDO
•Understanding of/experience within The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada fellowship
•Familiarity with relief and development activities and principles of social justice.
How to Apply for This Role
Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to am@erdo.ca with the subject line: Area Manager – Western Canada.
In your cover letter, please explain how your application aligns with ERDO’s mission, vision, and values. Please email your resume and cover letter as one .pdf or .docx file.
Closing Date: March 10, 2025
We thank all applicants and look forward to hearing from you! ERDO offers competitive pay, vacation, and benefits. We also match pension contributions. While we truly appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. ERDO welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.