Join the Children’s Cancer Association Team

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Who We Are:

Children’s Cancer Association was founded in 1995 by the Ellis family after their five-year-old daughter, Alexandra, died of cancer. Their goal was to create something extraordinary: an organization with a new vision for what pediatric cancer support services look like. Today, the JoyRx Mentorship, Nature, and Music programs reach thousands of hospitalized children of all ages and diagnoses. Our programs reach children where they are — and make their tough days a little brighter.

Simply put — joy helps sick kids feel better.

The Role:

The Marketing & Communications Coordinator is a content creator and organized project coordinator who helps maintain and achieve the team’s marketing/communications deadline and editorial calendars. They provide brand management support and assist with promoting the organization’s mission, programs, events and communications channels to engage donors, volunteers, partners, and the community.

Key responsibilities include creating content for websites and social media, creating email campaigns, drafting press releases, and helping make event promotional materials. This role also maintains departmental coordination for project and campaign deadlines, vendor relations, departmental expense reporting and processes, and generates marketing and performance reports. As a strategic communications partner: this team member is thoughtful about audience, fluent in brand voice, a savvy in digital marketing, and adept at mission-oriented storytelling and segmentation strategies to guide engagement and inform creative work. They report to the Manager of Marketing and Public Relations, working as part of a combined team of Development, Data, Marketing, and Communications professionals who collaborate to achieve shared goals for the organization.

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You are a skilled storyteller and organized collaborator. You have a hands-on, get-it-done attitude — whether you're conceptualizing a project or writing a social post, you are detail oriented and inspired by the bigger picture. You care deeply about the families we serve and understand the responsibility that comes with sharing their stories. You understand the importance of gratitude in all donor communications and clear calls to action in solicitations.  You understand the power of brand events to achieve impact and to deepen community relations. ‍

Essential Functions ‍

Content Creation & Social Media: ‍

·       Develop and publish content for website, social media channels, and email newsletters to enhance brand awareness and meet campaign goals

·       Create compassionate, educational content to introduce families with hospitalized children to CCA's free JoyRx programs — including content for newsletters, brochures, flyers, signage, and website content.  ‍

·       Coordinate departmental projects, deadlines, and integrated calendars. This includes prioritization strategies, with an understanding of quality, capacity, and team dynamics based on feedback and planning from the Marketing and Communications Manager.

Campaign, Event Promotion & Project Support:

·       Create copy for creative campaigns, publications, donor communications and special projects as assigned

·       Promote CCA events with content for emails, websites, sponsor decks, presentations, and collateral materials, which may include live event scripting and family spokesperson support ‍

·       Support copy creation for any onsite event or fundraising activations, i.e. auction descriptions or various donor programs ‍

Media & Communications: ‍

Brand Stewardship & Administrative Support:

• Support CCA business, leadership, and partner development with compelling content for proposals, presentations, and partnership materials ‍

·       Execute basic graphic design and content creation projects by adhering to brand standards and templates for email, social, and website.

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·       Support award submission materials with compelling, well-crafted narrative content. Assist with grant material review or editing as needed

·       Assist with reporting and campaign performance benchmarks.

Public Relations & Media

·       Draft press releases and media alerts, and assist with data entry and research for media relations contacts and pitch opportunities.

·       Schedule and support spokespeople and family storytellers as needed

·       Work with CCA-served families to gather and share impact stories; coordinate and support speaking opportunities for families with sensitivity and care.

Audience & Brand

·       Demonstrate fluency across CCA's complex, multi-segment audience — tailoring tone and messaging for donors, volunteers, families served, medical staff, corporate sponsors, and community partners.

·       Understand and translate brand and style guidelines into a clear, compassionate, and human voice; proofread materials for colleagues and provide quality control across channels. ‍

·       Maintain and evolve CCA's content and brand style guide, ensuring digital platforms are updated and consistently aligned with brand standards.

·       Collaborate with internal teams, including Development colleagues, to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communication channels, donor programs, and publications.

·       Assist in the onsite coordination and execution of brand experiences at key special events, including fundraisers, community outreach programs, and public activations.

Skills

• Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills, paired with basic design skills to fully support email templates, website design, and social media standards.

·       Empathy, poise, and emotional maturity to professionally and appropriately interact with and represent families served by Children’s Cancer Association ‍

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook required; Adobe Creative Suite, asana, and Mailchimp experience is a plus

·       Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

·       Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team

Education & Experience ‍

·       Bachelor’s degree

·       5+ years proven experience as a marketing and communications professional.

·       Nonprofit experience preferred

CCA’s Values. Alignment with our Core Values is essential to success in this role.

These values guide everything we do—from how we care for families to how we shape and share our programs:

Compassion: We lead with heart, authenticity, and kindness.

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Community: We know joy is a ripple effect. Collaboration and connection are at the core of everything we do.

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Creativity: We believe in the importance of play, imagination, and the healing power of music. We make space for inspiration and creativity in our ways of working and engaging.

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Care: We care for our mission, our resources, and each other with integrity and respect. We are stewards of the generosity and the trust that is placed in us.

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Curiosity: Inspired by the wonders of childhood, we stay open to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and magical moments that spark joy in unexpected ways. We honor innovation as central to our legacy.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

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CCA is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion and we believe that a diverse staff of highly skilled and creative individuals is necessary to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. We strive to create a work environment that reflects the communities we serve where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work, fully as they identify. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce across a range of dimensions

Work Environment:

At CCA we are committed to a work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and they are recognized, appreciated, and valued

This position is based in Portland, Or. CCA offers a hybrid office environment, with both onsite (professional open office environment) days and the ability to work remotely up to two days/week (Mondays & Fridays). ‍

Physical Demands:

This position requires frequent operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. This position requires the ability to perform basic math and speak, hear, write, and read English and some occasional lifting is required (up to 20 lbs).

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Compensation & Benefits:

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CCA is a growth organization that looks for team members to grow with it. CCA offers a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, and an inclusive culture.

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This position offers a competitive benefits package and a competitive salary range starting at 26/hr. Final offer amounts and levels are determined by multiple factors, including your experience, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

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Generous benefits include:

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·       Heavily subsidized medical, vision, dental, and alternative care benefits

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·       Generous PTO package, paid wellness days, and ten (plus two floating) paid holidays

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·       Voluntary short- and long-term disability

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·       Flexible spending plan

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·       401(k) with 3.5 percent CCA match

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·       Paid four-week sabbatical to pursue creative talents after eight years of service

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·       Professional development annual benefit

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·       Subsidized on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement.

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Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

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This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Non-Exempt position. Some flexibility in hours is allowed; days and hours of work are generally Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, and Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, with the option to be remote Mondays and Fridays. This position may require occasional evening hours and weekend work.

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General Information:

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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or

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responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The above statements are intended to

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describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for the position. Job duties may change at any time, with or without notice.

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Application Guidelines:

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Complete the application through our application portal and answer the following two questions in your cover letter:

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1.      Tell us how your previous work history has prepared you for this role,

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2.       Tell us if the compensation and benefits information listed above meet your needs,

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To learn more about JoyRx, the mission delivery of Children’s Cancer Association: joyrx.org

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Watch Founder and Chief Joy Officer, Regina Ellis’ TEDx Talk on the Joy Effect

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Graphic Designer & Digital Asset Manager
(Part-time 20-30 hrs/week)

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Portland, Oregon

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Who We Are:

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Children’s Cancer Association was founded in 1995 by the Ellis family after their five-year-old daughter, Alexandra, died of cancer. Their goal was to create something extraordinary: an organization with a new vision for what pediatric cancer support services look like. Today, the JoyRx Mentorship, Nature, and Music programs reach thousands of hospitalized children of all ages and diagnoses. Our programs reach children where they are — and make their tough days a little brighter.

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Simply put — joy helps sick kids feel better.

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Who You Are/Position Summary:

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We are seeking a creative, highly organized, and detail-oriented Part-Time Graphic Designer & Digital Asset Coordinator to support the organization’s marketing, fundraising, and programmatic initiatives. This role blends strong visual design skills with digital asset management and production coordination to help ensure CCA’s brand is consistently represented across print, digital, events, and donor communications.

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The ideal candidate is both creative and operational — someone who enjoys designing compelling materials while also building systems that keep photography, graphics, and brand assets organized and accessible, and contributes to our publication schedule of On Demand content.

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This position works closely with our Marketing, Communications, Development and On Demand teams and reports to the Marketing and PR Manager who is based out of New York.

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Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Brand Support

·       Design branded materials for fundraising events, campaigns, programs, donor communications, and organizational initiatives

·       Create print and digital graphics including:

o   Event collateral

o   Invitations

o   Signage

o   Sponsorship materials

o   Promotional graphics

o   Publications

o   Social, email, and website assets

o   Presentation/deck graphics

o   Branded Templates

·       Assist with presentation decks and donor-facing materials

·       Assist with the creation of branded giveaways, and promotional items

·       Ensure brand consistency across all materials and touchpoints including family-facing and program materials for JoyRx partner sites.

·       Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution

·       Maintain and evolve CCA's content and brand style guide, ensuring consistency aligned with brand standards.

·       Collaborate with internal teams, including Development colleagues, to ensure consistent  branding across all communication channels, donor programs, and publications.

‍ Digital Asset Library Management

·       Create, organize, and maintain CCA’s digital asset library

·       Tag, catalog, and archive photography and creative assets for easy retrieval

·       Maintain photo release documentation and ensure compliance with organizational standards

·       Upload and organize photography and on-demand content assets

·       Support internal teams in locating and utilizing approved assets efficiently

‍ On Demand content publication:‍ ‍

·       Support internal On Demand programs team to publish video content to our JoyRx Music channels on YouTube, adding thumbnail images, SEO keywords and videodescriptions in accordance with brand communications team. ‍

Production & Vendor Coordination

·       Work directly with printers and vendors to coordinate proofs, color accuracy, and production timelines

·       Assist with quality control for printed and promotional materials

·       Coordinate file preparation and delivery for external production partners

‍Qualifications

·       2+ years of professional graphic design experience preferred

·       Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop required)

·       Strong understanding of print production and digital design standards

·       Experience organizing and managing digital asset libraries preferred. ‍

·       Excellent organizational and file management skills ‍

·       Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously ‍

·       Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams ‍

·       Experience in nonprofit environments is a plus

‍CCA’s Values. Alignment with our Core Values is essential to success in this role.

These values guide everything we do—from how we care for families to how we shape and share our programs. ‍

Compassion: We lead with heart, authenticity, and kindness.

Community: We know joy is a ripple effect. Collaboration and connection are at the core of everything we do.

Creativity: We believe in the importance of play, imagination, and the healing power of music. We make space for inspiration and creativity in our ways of working and engaging. ‍

Care: We care for our mission, our resources, and each other with integrity and respect. We are stewards of the generosity and the trust that is placed in us.

Curiosity: Inspired by the wonders of childhood, we stay open to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and magical moments that spark joy in unexpected ways. We honor innovation as central to our legacy.

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Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:‍ ‍

CCA is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion and we believe that a diverse staff of highly skilled and creative individuals is necessary to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. We strive to create a work environment that reflects the communities we serve where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work, fully as they identify. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce across a range of dimensions ‍

Work Environment:

At CCA we are committed to a work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and they are recognized, appreciated, and valued.

This position is based in Portland, Or and will be onsite Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Thursday's - hours can be flexible. ‍

Physical Demands:

This position requires frequent operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. This position requires the ability to perform basic math and speak, hear, write, and read English and some occasional lifting is required (up to 20 lbs). ‍

Compensation & Benefits: ‍

This position is not eligible for health benefits, however 401k, 401k matching, Professional Development, subsidized parking, PTO, and other pro-rated time off benefits are offered. ‍

The compensation for this position ranges from $34 to $36 an hour. Final offer amounts and levels are determined by multiple factors, including your experience, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a part-time (20-30 hours/week) non-exempt position. Some flexibility in hours is allowed; days in the office will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. ‍

General Information: ‍

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for the position. Job duties may change at any time, with or without notice. ‍

Application Guidelines: ‍

Complete the application through our application portal and answer the following two questions in your cover letter: ‍

1.      Tell us how your previous work history has prepared you for this role. ‍

2.      Tell us if the compensation and benefits information listed above meet your needs.

‍To learn more about Children’s Cancer Association, visit JoyRx.org.

Watch Founder and Chief Joy Officer Regina Ellis’ TEDx Talk on the Joy Effect

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Director of Advancement

Austin, TX

Exempt

Who We Are:

Children’s Cancer Association was founded in 1995 by the Ellis family after their five-year-old daughter, Alexandra, died of cancer. Their goal was to create something extraordinary: an organization with a new vision for what pediatric cancer support services look like. Today, the JoyRx Mentorship, Nature, and Music programs reach thousands of hospitalized children of all ages and diagnoses. Our programs reach children where they are — and make their tough days a little brighter.

Simply put — joy helps sick kids feel better.

Who You Are / Position Summary:

Children’s Cancer Association is seeking a proven fundraising and communications professional who is inspired by our powerful mission, strong brand, and national presence to lead strategic revenue plans and public engagement efforts in order to achieve our growth priorities. As a leader within our newly combined fundraising and marketing teams, you understand the power of relationships, the importance of philanthropy, and you will lead the team in development, communications and brand management efforts rooted in the organization’s mission and impact. With the support of a strong team, you understand how to lead a fundraising program to create a holistic strategic communications calendar, launch or improve national donor programs, plan successful solicitations in order to meet fundraising goals, oversee communications and marketing enterprise-wide, and lead with a culture of stewardship and gratitude. In this role, you will strengthen community and media partnerships, create and execute fundraising event communications and brand experiences that bring our mission to life while achieving financial goals, and expand awareness of who we are and what we do – by cultivating our strong brand through marketing and communications activities.

Based in our growing Austin, Texas, region, this role will work with regional fundraisers, but is part of a national team, supporting enterprise-wide advancement priorities that help connect donors, partners, families and communities to the programs and mission of CCA.

In this role, you will develop and execute comprehensive advancement strategies and brand communications that support annual giving, strategic corporate partnerships, campaigns, events, grants and institutional relations, as well as set multiyear plans to achieve strategic priorities and community relations and brand awareness goals. You will represent CCA externally in the Austin market and beyond, serving as an ambassador for the organization and cultivating new opportunities for support and visibility.

Working with an incredible team, you will lead and support advancement operations including donor and public relations, acquisition and engagement strategies, constituent and brand reporting, and donor program design and management to meet and exceed strategic goals. You will lead the brand team, and partner closely with Program, Finance, and Senior leadership teams to align fundraising priorities with organizational strategy and effectively communicate mission impact to supporters, advocates and friends of CCA nationwide.

The Director of Advancement Communications will be based in Austin, Texas, and will report to the Vice President of Marketing and Development in Portland, Oregon.

This position supervises the Marketing and PR Manager and possible contractors. Responsibilities include hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and professional development.

Essential Functions:

Advancement Communications & Strategy

•        Lead the development and execution of strategic communications plans that support fundraising priorities, donor engagement, and organizational growth.

•        Provide direction on fundraising tentpoles and donor program priorities to inform the integrated marketing calendar.

•        Develop messaging, segmentation and solicitation strategies for donor programs, including supporting materials for annual giving, major gifts, campaigns, corporate partnerships, and events, to achieve budgeted revenue goals.

•        Identify opportunities to strengthen donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship through effective multi-channel communications - including strategies to qualify, cultivate, solicit, upgrade, steward, and recognize donors.

•        Work directly with the CEO and VP to support Board of Directors communications, meetings and special events, including agendas, board reports and presentations.

•        Prepare or delegate preparation of written and verbal proposals, concept and informational materials, endowment and planned giving agreements, and other materials needed to secure major gifts in collaboration with colleagues, as appropriate.

•        Monitor results of advancement communications efforts and recommend improvements to increase engagement and impact

•        Ensure communications strategies align with CCA’s mission, fundraising goals, and organizational priorities

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Content Development & Brand Leadership

•        Brand Building & Marketing

•        Oversee the organization’s brand strategy and storytelling across all platforms.

•        Lead and guide the team to drive visibility, engagement, and strong mission-centered messaging, including family-facing and program materials for JoyRx partner sites when needed.

•        Enhance brand recognition through partnerships, events, campaigns, and public engagement.

•        Lead the creation of donor-facing communications including appeals, proposals, impact reports, presentations, newsletters, and stewardship materials

•        Translate program impact and organizational outcomes into compelling stories that inspire philanthropic support

•        Maintain brand consistency, voice, and quality across advancement communications in all markets

•        Partner with Program, Brand, and Executive teams to surface stories, data, and moments of impact for external audiences

•        Provide strategic messaging support for leadership presentations, donor meetings, and external engagement opportunities

Cross-Functional Leadership & Operations

·       Coaches, supervises, and evaluates the brand and communication team and ensures staff members have the tools needed to accomplish their jobs. This team supports all departments of the organization.

·       Build a culture of collaboration, accountability, and creativity within the Advancement team.

o   Ensure strong coordination and alignment between fundraising, data, and brand and finance teams.

·       Lead timelines, workflows, and execution of major advancement communication projects and annual deliverables

·       Provides guidance to reports and tracks performance against development plan.

·       Manage external vendors, writers, designers, or agency partners as needed

·       Help strengthen CCA’s visibility in Austin while supporting national advancement priorities

·       Support strategic initiatives and additional organizational priorities as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

•        Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to develop relationships of trust and respect with development staff, colleagues, volunteers, and donors.

•        Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor communications and impact messaging

•        Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

•        Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential donor information

•        Strategic and solutions-oriented thinker with the ability to identify opportunities to enhance donor engagement and stewardship

•        Experience leveraging technology and data to manage donor relationships and inform decision-making (experience with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred)

•        Collaborative team player with the ability to work cross-functionally and contribute to shared fundraising goals

•        Detail-oriented with strong project management skills, particularly in support of events and donor initiatives

Education & Experience:

•        Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

•        8–10 years of relevant professional experience in communications, marketing, advancement, fundraising, or related fields

•        Demonstrated experience developing strategic communications plans that support fundraising, donor engagement, or organizational growth

•        Strong experience creating and overseeing high-quality written content for multiple audiences, including donor-facing communications, campaigns, and executive messaging

•        Experience collaborating across departments and advising senior leaders, external partners, or stakeholders on communications strategy

•        Nonprofit, healthcare, education, or mission-driven organization experience preferred

CCA’s Values. Alignment with our Core Values is essential to success in this role.

These values guide everything we do—from how we care for families to how we shape and share our programs:

Compassion: We lead with heart, authenticity, and kindness.

Community: We know joy is a ripple effect. Collaboration and connection are at the core of everything we do.

Creativity: We believe in the importance of play, imagination, and the healing power of music. We make space for inspiration and creativity in our ways of working and engaging.

Care: We care for our mission, our resources, and each other with integrity and respect. We are stewards of the generosity and the trust that is placed in us.

Curiosity: Inspired by the wonders of childhood, we stay open to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and magical moments that spark joy in unexpected ways. We honor innovation as central to our legacy.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

CCA is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion and we believe that a diverse staff of highly skilled and creative individuals is necessary to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. We strive to create a work environment that reflects the communities we serve where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work, fully as they identify. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce across a range of dimensions

Work Environment:

At CCA we are committed to a work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and they are recognized, appreciated, and valued.  This position is based in Austin, TX. This position is currently remote but will have an expectation to meet with other Austin staff members on a regular basis in person.

Physical Demands:

This position requires frequent operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. This position requires the ability to perform basic math and speak, hear, write, and read English and some occasional lifting is required (up to 20 lbs).

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Travel:

This position may require occasional travel in the Austin Metro area; there may be limited travel to other key regions. ‍

Compensation & Benefits ‍

CCA is a growth organization that looks for team members to grow with it. CCA offers a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, and an inclusive culture.

This position offers a competitive benefits package and a salary range starting at $85,000. Final offer amounts and levels are determined by multiple factors, including your experience, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

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Generous benefits included ‍

·       Heavily subsidized medical, vision, dental, and alternative care benefits

·       Generous PTO package, paid wellness days, and ten (plus two floating) paid holidays

·       Voluntary short- and long-term disability

·       Flexible spending plan

·       401(k) with 3.5 percent CCA match

·       Paid four-week sabbatical to pursue creative talents after eight years of service

·       Professional development annual benefit

·       Subsidized on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: ‍

This is a full time (40 hours/week) exempt position. Some flexibility in hours is allowed; days and hours of work are generally Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, and Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, currently 100% remote. This position may require occasional evening hours and weekend work.

General Information:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for the position. Job duties may change at any time, with or without notice.

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Application Guidelines: ‍

Complete the application through our application portal and answer the following two questions in your cover letter:

1.      Tell us how your previous work history has prepared you for this role.

2.      Tell us if the compensation and benefits information listed above meet your needs.

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To learn more about Children’s Cancer Association, visit JoyRx.org.

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Watch Founder and Chief Joy Officer Regina Ellis’ TEDx Talk on the Joy Effect

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Foundations Manager

Portland Oregon, or Austin Texas

Exempt

Who We Are:

Children’s Cancer Association was founded in 1995 by the Ellis family after their five-year-old daughter, Alexandra, died of cancer. Their goal was to create something extraordinary: an organization with a new vision for what pediatric cancer support services look like. Today, the JoyRx Mentorship, Nature, and Music programs reach thousands of hospitalized children of all ages and diagnoses. Our programs reach children where they are — and make their tough days a little brighter.

Simply put — joy helps sick kids feel better.

Who You Are:

You are an experienced writer with a background in private, family, community, and corporate foundations and giving programs. You are a fundraiser at heart with an eagle eye for detail, and strong project management skills. You enjoy working collaboratively across teams to gather necessary information to build compelling cases to fund projects. You are curious and research new and innovative sources of funding to help support CCA’s strategic growth initiatives.

The Foundations Manager reports to the VP of Marketing & Development.

Essential Functions:

Foundation and Grant Relations:

•         Actively seek, identify, and recognize external opportunities in private and corporate grants, with a focus on funders that have potential for multi-year, six-figure opportunities.

•         Develop strong relationships with a network of private and corporate foundations, including current and prospective partners, with special focus on key regions such as the Pacific Northwest, Texas, and the Northeast.

•         Maintain a strong understanding of JoyRx’s programs, with a focus on growth and expansion strategy, including data tracking, measurable outcomes, impact, and budgets.

•         Stay current on organizational narrative and brand guidelines, and partner with Brand on external deliverables.

•         Work with the Vice President of Marketing and Development to determine the annual budget and track monthly progress against goals.

•         Track and steward all grant pipeline activities, including pre- and post-award processes.

•         Support high-level outreach to key individual and institutional partners.

•         Maintain and report company information for third-party evaluators on an as-needed basis, including updating platforms such as Candid (formerly GuideStar) and Charity Navigator to ensure accurate, current information that supports the organization’s highest standards of transparency and accountability.

Proposal Design and Development:

Grant Administration:

•         Administer grants, timelines, staff communication, and documentation.

•         Ensure proper reporting and stewardship of grants and funders.

•         Maintain and update database records and create reports in Raiser’s Edge.

•         Coordinate and implement the grants and foundations dashboard.

Other Projects:

•         Assist the Development team and work collaboratively to meet funding goals and objectives.

•         Work with the Brand and Programs teams to collect information on program achievements—including photos, testimonials, and short videos—and use that information to demonstrate impact while cultivating and stewarding relationships with grantmakers.

•         Produce other communications materials on an as-needed basis, as requested by the Vice President of Marketing & Development.

Qualifications and Skills:

•         Motivated by JoyRx’s mission, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

•         Comfortable with ambiguity and competing priorities.

•         Ability to identify funding opportunities and align them with potential funders.

•         Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build alignment and consensus.

•         Proficiency in creating and using Excel spreadsheets, including formulas and tables.

•         Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.

•         Sound judgment in problem-solving and decision-making.

•         Ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines.

Education & Experience:

•         Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

•         Five or more years of experience in nonprofit grant writing and grant development.

•         Experience with donor relations software, preferably Raiser’s Edge.

CCA’s Values. Alignment with our Core Values is essential to success in this role.

These values guide everything we do—from how we care for families to how we shape and share our programs:

Compassion: We lead with heart, authenticity, and kindness.

Community: We know joy is a ripple effect. Collaboration and connection are at the core of everything we do.

Creativity: We believe in the importance of play, imagination, and the healing power of music. We make space for inspiration and creativity in our ways of working and engaging.

Care: We care for our mission, our resources, and each other with integrity and respect. We are stewards of the generosity and the trust that is placed in us.

Curiosity: Inspired by the wonders of childhood, we stay open to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and magical moments that spark joy in unexpected ways. We honor innovation as central to our legacy.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

CCA is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion and we believe that a diverse staff of highly skilled and creative individuals is necessary to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. We strive to create a work environment that reflects the communities we serve where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work, fully as they identify. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce across a range of dimensions

Work Environment:

At CCA we are committed to a work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and they are recognized, appreciated, and valued.

This position is based in either Portland, Oregon, or Austin, Texas. CCA offers a hybrid office environment, with both onsite (professional open office environment) days and the ability to work remotely up to two days/week (Mondays & Fridays). If based in Austin, Texas, this position will be 100% remote for at least the first year.

Physical Demands:

This position requires frequent operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. This position requires the ability to perform basic math and speak, hear, write, and read English and some occasional lifting is required (up to 20 lbs).

Compensation & Benefits:

CCA is a growth organization that looks for team members to grow with it. CCA offers a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, and an inclusive culture.

This position offers a competitive benefits package and a salary range starting at $65,000. Final offer amounts and levels are determined by multiple factors, including your experience, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

Generous benefits include:

·       Heavily subsidized medical, vision, dental, and alternative care benefits

·       Generous PTO package, paid wellness days, and ten (plus two floating) paid holidays

·       Voluntary short- and long-term disability

·       Flexible spending plan

·       401(k) with 3.5 percent CCA match

·       Paid four-week sabbatical to pursue creative talents after eight years of service

·       Professional development annual benefit

·       Subsidized on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Exempt position. Some flexibility in hours is allowed; days and hours of work are generally Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, and Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, with the option to be remote Mondays and Fridays.

General Information:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or

responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The above statements are intended to

describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for the position. Job duties may change at any time, with or without notice.

Application Guidelines:

Complete the application through our application portal and answer the following two questions in your cover letter:

1.       Tell us how your previous work history has prepared you for this role,

2.       Tell us if the compensation and benefits information listed above meet your needs,

To learn more about JoyRx, the mission delivery of Children’s Cancer Association: joyrx.org

Watch Founder and Chief Joy Officer, Regina Ellis’ TEDx Talk on the Joy Effect

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Development Associate

Portland, OR

Non-Exempt

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Who We Are:

Children’s Cancer Association was founded in 1995 by the Ellis family after their five-year-old daughter, Alexandra, died of cancer. Their goal was to create something extraordinary: an organization with a new vision for what pediatric cancer support services look like. Today, the JoyRx Mentorship, Nature, and Music programs reach thousands of hospitalized children of all ages and diagnoses. Our programs reach children where they are — and make their tough days a little brighter.

Simply put — joy helps sick kids feel better.

Who You Are/Position Summary:

As the Development Associate, you provide essential administrative and operational support to the Development team, helping ensure smooth execution of fundraising campaigns, events, and donor engagement activities.

In this role, you will be the point person for key functions such as event registration, and logistical support for CCA events and partner initiatives. You will manage core administrative responsibilities including accurate gift processing, in-kind receipting, donor acknowledgments, and mail, while partnering closely with Finance to support accurate and timely daily development deposits.

You will maintain donor records, support reporting, and assist with campaign and event coordination to keep projects on track. While this role does not manage a donor portfolio, you play a critical role in delivering a positive and organized donor experience through accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

You will work closely with the Development team to support fundraising goals, strengthen internal processes, and contribute to the overall success of CCA’s mission. This position reports to the VP of Marketing and Development. ‍

Essential Functions

DEVELOPMENT EVENTS

·       Provide support for CCA development events, including as point person for the guest registration processes, sharing auction support when needed, and onsite event support for PNW regional events

·       Support communication and coordination with external event contractors and third-party partners

·       Assist with event logistics and systems (e.g., registration, auction entry, volunteer coordination) to ensure smooth execution

·       Identify opportunities to improve event processes

·       Assists with volunteer coordination for fundraising events

DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION

·       Process donor gifts and ensure timely and accurate acknowledgments, including in-kind receipting and donor communications

·       Manage incoming and outgoing donor-related mail and support general administrative needs of the Development team

·       Partner with Finance to support accurate and timely daily development deposits

·       Support execution of development campaigns and initiatives (e.g., raffles, appeals, events)

·       Run reports and maintain accurate donor data in RE NXT

·       Assist with process improvements and support cross-functional coordination with Finance, Brand, and Data teams

·       Support additional development projects as assigned

DONOR SUPPORT

·       Support donor engagement efforts through timely acknowledgments, accurate record-keeping, and responsive follow-up

·       Assist with matching gift processes, including tracking, submissions, and documentation

·       Collaborate with Development and Marketing teams to support donor communications and stewardship efforts

·       Assist with special projects, donor proposals, and research initiatives

Skills

·       Demonstrated ability to consistently handle confidential information

·       Approach responsibilities with a general understanding of business administration, finance, risk management and program operations

·       Demonstrated ability to establish professional relationships and alliance with the leadership team

·       Able to ensure a high level of trust with sensitive and confidential information

·       Strong skills and affinity for using a variety of technology and tools to effectively get work done to meet deadlines with a professional working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

·       Excellent organizational, writing, presentation and active communication skills

·       Focused, problem solver, reliable and able to meet deadlines

·       Experience with Raisers Edge, or similar development software for gift processing is required

·       Experience with Asana, or similar project collaboration software is a plus

Education & Experience

·       Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience

·       Experience supporting major donor events

·       Ability to cultivate and strengthen relationships

·       Experience interacting with C suite

·       Non-profit experience a plus

Alignment with CCA’s Values: These values guide everything we do—from how we care for families to how we shape and share our programs:

Compassion: We lead with heart, authenticity, and kindness.

Community: We know joy is a ripple effect. Collaboration and connection are at the core of everything we do.

Creativity: We believe in the importance of play, imagination, and the healing power of music. We make space for inspiration and creativity in our ways of working and engaging.

Care: We care for our mission, our resources, and each other with integrity and respect. We are stewards of the generosity and the trust that is placed in us.

Curiosity: Inspired by the wonders of childhood, we stay open to new ideas, fresh perspectives, and magical moments that spark joy in unexpected ways. We honor innovation as central to our legacy.

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Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

CCA is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion and we believe that a diverse staff of highly skilled and creative individuals is necessary to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. We strive to create a work environment that reflects the communities we serve where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work, fully as they identify. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce across a range of dimensions

Work Environment:

At CCA we are committed to a work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and they are recognized, appreciated, and valued. This position is based in Portland, Oregon.

Physical Demands:

This position requires frequent operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. This position requires the ability to perform basic math and speak, hear, write, and read English. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some occasional lifting is required (up to 20 lbs).

Travel: (if needed)

This position requires occasional travel in the Portland Metro area and there may be limited travel to other key regions.

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Compensation & Benefits:

CCA is a growth organization that looks for team members to grow with it. CCA offers a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, and an inclusive culture.

This position offers a competitive benefits package and an hourly pay range starting at $24/hr.  Final offer amounts and levels are determined by multiple factors, including your experience, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

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Generous benefits include:

·       Heavily subsidized medical, vision, dental, and alternative care benefits

·       Generous PTO package, paid wellness days, and ten (plus two floating) paid holidays

·       Voluntary short- and long-term disability

·       Flexible spending plan

·       401(k) with 3.5 percent CCA match

·       Paid four-week sabbatical to pursue creative talents after eight years of service

·       Professional development annual benefit

·       Subsidized on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) non-exempt position. Some flexibility in hours is allowed; days and hours of work are generally Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, and Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. Due to the nature of daily gift processing and mail needs, this position is an in-office role, Monday – Friday, in the Portland, Oregon office. Typically, CCA employees have the option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays, but that is not an option with this role. This position requires occasional evening hours and weekend work for events.

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General Information:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or ‍responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The above statements are intended to‍ describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for the position. Job duties may change at any time, with or without notice.

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Application Guidelines:

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Complete the application through our application portal and answer the following two questions in your cover letter:

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1.       Tell us how your previous work history has prepared you for this role.

2.       Tell us if the compensation and benefits listed above meet your needs.

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To learn more about Children’s Cancer Association, visit JoyRx.org.

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Watch Founder and Chief Joy Officer Regina Ellis’ TEDx Talk on the Joy Effect

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