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- Mennonite Central CommitteeAbbotsford, BC
- $51,869–$57,632 a year
- Full-time
- Weekends as needed +2
- Reporting to the Event Operations Manager, Advancement and as a member of MCC BC’s Advancement team, the Events Coordinator provides primary leadership in the…
- Mennonite Central CommitteeAbbotsford, BC
- $51,869–$57,632 a year
- Full-time
- Monday to Friday +2
- Reporting to the Associate Director, Advancement, the Donor Engagement Coordinator is often a first point of contact for donors and supporters.
- Mennonite Central CommitteeAbbotsford, BC
- $51,869–$57,632 a year
- Full-time
- Monday to Friday +2
- Reporting to the Associate Director, Advancement, the Donor Engagement Coordinator is often a first point of contact for donors and supporters.
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Events Coordinator, Advancement (Maternity Leave)
Abbotsford, BC
$51,869–$57,632 a year
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Full-time
Events Coordinator, Advancement (Maternity Leave)
Job details
$51,869–$57,632 a year
Vision care, Dental care, Life insurance, Employee assistance program, RRSP match
Full-time
Weekends as needed, Evenings as needed, Night shift
Abbotsford, BC
Full job description
Canada, British Columbia, Abbotsford
Applications due: 23 Oct, 2026
Applications due: 23 Oct, 2026
Job Synopsis
The Events Coordinator supports MCC BC’s mission of sharing God’s love through global and local relief, development, and peacebuilding by creating welcoming, well-organized events that connect people to MCC’s work and invite meaningful participation.
Reporting to the Event Operations Manager, Advancement and as a member of MCC BC’s Advancement team, the Events Coordinator provides primary leadership in the vital area of event-based constituent engagement, fundraising, and donor acquisition. This position is responsible for coordinating MCC BC’s annual fundraising events and local engagements. It also supports MCC BC’s signature events: the Festival for World Relief and Run for Water. These key events are crucial to MCC BC’s annual fundraising strategy.
As an integral member of the team, this position requires personal alignment with MCC BC’s Christian identity and values, which are rooted in Jesus, the Anabaptist community of faith and the work of reconciliation. The role includes participation in devotionals and prayer within MCC BC, as well as engagement with churches and faith gatherings, and calls for representing MCC and its work with integrity in all settings.
ABOUT MENNONITE CENTRAL COMMITTEE (MCC)
Founded in 1920, Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) is the international relief and development organization of Mennonite churches in North America. Guided by faith, we work for peace, justice and the dignity of all people by sharing resources, experience and hope. We seek to demonstrate God’s love by responding to poverty, conflict, and natural disasters around the world. In British Columbia, MCC supports international relief efforts through financial and material aid, while also offering local programs that address needs in communities across the province.
Reporting to the Event Operations Manager, Advancement and as a member of MCC BC’s Advancement team, the Events Coordinator provides primary leadership in the vital area of event-based constituent engagement, fundraising, and donor acquisition. This position is responsible for coordinating MCC BC’s annual fundraising events and local engagements. It also supports MCC BC’s signature events: the Festival for World Relief and Run for Water. These key events are crucial to MCC BC’s annual fundraising strategy.
As an integral member of the team, this position requires personal alignment with MCC BC’s Christian identity and values, which are rooted in Jesus, the Anabaptist community of faith and the work of reconciliation. The role includes participation in devotionals and prayer within MCC BC, as well as engagement with churches and faith gatherings, and calls for representing MCC and its work with integrity in all settings.
ABOUT MENNONITE CENTRAL COMMITTEE (MCC)
Founded in 1920, Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) is the international relief and development organization of Mennonite churches in North America. Guided by faith, we work for peace, justice and the dignity of all people by sharing resources, experience and hope. We seek to demonstrate God’s love by responding to poverty, conflict, and natural disasters around the world. In British Columbia, MCC supports international relief efforts through financial and material aid, while also offering local programs that address needs in communities across the province.
Job Details
Salaried Employee -Full Time at 1 FTE
Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to personal Christian faith and discipleship, active participation in a Christian church or community, and nonviolent peacemaking.
- Relevant experience coordinating events involving logistics, vendors, volunteers, and on-site delivery.
- Experience developing, monitoring, and managing event or project budgets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard workplace computer programs.
- Project management experience or training is an asset.
- Experience using database or contact-management systems is an asset.
- Strong planning, organization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong relationship-building, collaboration, and volunteer coordination skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Sound judgment, adaptability, and real-time problem-solving.
- Ability to track and analyze attendance, engagement, revenue, efficiency, and other outcomes to support continuous improvement.
- Respect and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
- Ability to represent MCC’s mission and values with integrity.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Valid BC driver’s licence and satisfactory driver’s abstract.
- Satisfactory criminal record clearance upon hire.
- Availability to work occasional evening, weekend, extended, or holiday-period hours to support events.
- Work is performed in a deadline-driven environment with varied day-to-day priorities and occasional unanticipated event-related requests.
- The role involves independent work and regular interaction with colleagues, vendors, volunteers, and event participants.
- Work requires periods of significant computer use and the ability to lift and carry event materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Key Responsibilities
EVENTS (95%)
Event Planning and Delivery
ORGANIZATIONAL PARTICIPATION & CULTURE (5%)
Event Planning and Delivery
- Coordinate MCC BC fundraising dinners, including setting objectives, planning logistics, and creating welcoming participant experiences.
- Provide hands-on operational support for Run for Water, particularly during the two weeks before and after the event.
- Lead Festival for World Relief food operations, including volunteer recruitment, food ordering, permits, site layouts, booth support, and on-site coordination.
- Ensure event planning and delivery comply with MCC BC policies and applicable volunteer-management, safeguarding, food-service, and health and safety requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time during events.
- Recruit, coordinate, support, recognize, and thank event volunteers.
- Build relationships with local communities, vendors, key volunteers, and other stakeholders, collaborating with them to plan and deliver events and representing MCC with integrity.
- Collaborate with the Event Operations Manager and Advancement Coordinator to document and maintain event plans, processes, and operational tasks on shared platforms, ensuring continuity and backup coverage.
- Partner with the Communications Lead and Advancement team to develop event content, promotional materials, and advertising plans.
- Develop, monitor, and manage event budgets; track expenses and revenue; and report on financial results.
- Track and analyze attendance, engagement, efficiency, and other outcomes to evaluate events and support continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate event, donor, volunteer, vendor, venue, and financial records, protecting confidential or sensitive information in accordance with MCC BC policies.
ORGANIZATIONAL PARTICIPATION & CULTURE (5%)
- Participate fully in MCC BC’s organizational life, including meetings, training, devotionals and prayer.
- Model MCC BC’s Christian identity and values in professional conduct and relationships.
- Follow MCC BC policies, safeguarding practices, standards of conduct, and Workplace Health and Safety obligations.
- Contribute to a respectful, safe and accountable organizational culture that prevents and addresses abuse of power.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Challenges
Occasional overnights;Occasional long days;Large geographical scope;Diverse group of stakeholders;Occasional evening and weekend work
Start Date
02 Nov, 2026 - or until suitable candidate is identified.
Term Length
13 months (covering maternity leave)
Salary Details
- $51,869-$57,632 annually. Placement within this range will be based on qualifications.
Benefits
Comprehensive Group Benefits package is provided on Day 1 of employment: Extended Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, AD&D, travel insurance/global medical assistance, and a 5% RRSP matching. Generous vacation and sick day allowance, and Employee Assistance Program supports staff wellness.
Additional Information
This is a full-time, salaried term position providing maternity leave coverage, working 37.5 hours per week. Regular office hours are generally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening, weekend, or extended hours may be required before and during events. Office hours may also vary during holiday periods.
Location Description
This position is primarily based at MCC BC’s office in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Most major events take place in the Fraser Valley. The role requires travel within British Columbia, including approximately 10 nights of overnight travel per year. Typical destinations may include Prince George, Fort St. John, the Okanagan, Vancouver Island, and Powell River.
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