Community Engagement Coordinator

About us:

LungNSPEI (formerly known as the Lung Association of PEI) is a charitable health organization dedicated to improving quality of life by preventing and managing lung disease through advocacy, patient services, educations and research for Islanders and Nova Scotians. Support from donors and partners allows LungNSPEI to deliver impactful, comprehensive programs for the 1 in 5 Islanders and Nova Scotians living with lung disease. LungNSPEI is also leading the way in prevention, advancing initiatives that address critical issues such as radon exposure, air quality, vaping, and smoking cessation.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about building connections, supporting meaningful initiatives, and making a difference in your community?

LungNSPEI is looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and community-minded individual to join our team as a Community Engagement Coordinator in our Charlottetown office.

In this role, you’ll help strengthen LungNSPEI’s connections with community members, volunteers, and local organizations while supporting initiatives that make a positive impact across Prince Edward Island. You’ll have the opportunity to represent LungNSPEI at community events, help plan and organize our own events, recruit and coordinate volunteers, and promote our programs, services, and resources. The role will also include administrative responsibilities to support the smooth day-to-day operations of our office.

If you enjoy working with people, building relationships, and contributing to meaningful community initiatives, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, volunteers, organizations, and community partners.
• Represent LungNSPEI at community booths, events, and public engagement opportunities to promote our programs, services, and resources.
• Assist with planning and organizing LungNSPEI-hosted community events and activities.

Volunteer Coordination:

• Recruit, welcome, orient, and support volunteers.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules, assignments, and communications.
• Help identify opportunities for meaningful volunteer involvement.
• Acknowledge volunteer contributions to help foster a positive and rewarding volunteer experience.
• Maintain volunteer records and assist with volunteer-related communications.

Administrative support:

• Provide general administrative support to the Charlottetown office.
• Assist with record keeping, correspondence, and document preparation.
• Respond to inquires and direct individuals to appropriate programs and services.
• Assist with scheduling, meeting coordination, and other office tasks as required.

Education, Qualifications & Skills:

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as part of a team.
• A positive, approachable, and professional attitude.
• An interest in community development, volunteerism, health promotion, or nonprofit work.
• Comfort using computers and experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Previous experience in community engagement, volunteer coordination, event planning, or administration would be considered an asset.
• A combination of relevant education, experience, and transferable skills will be considered.
• A degree or diploma in a related field such as: Business Administration, Administration Assistant, Bachelor of Arts, Communications, or a health related field.

Requirements:

• Currently unemployed and a recent post-secondary graduate within the last five years.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada (Canadian citizen or permanent resident).
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured vehicle (mileage reimbursed).

What We Offer:

• Meaningful work that creates lasting impact in our community
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and sick days
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel
• One work from home day per week
• Paid holidays, including statutory holidays and additional organization-observed holidays
• Job Type: Fixed term contract (12 months) with opportunity to extend contract

How to Apply

If you are organized, community-minded, and excited about helping make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position below by November 30, 2026.

LungNSPEI thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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