Grant Writer & Donor Development Coordinator for Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency

Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency is Hiring a Grant Writer

Application Deadline: May 10, 2026

Position: Grant Writer/Donor Development Coordinator
Project: Blue Cabin
Term: 1 year contract
Hours: Part-time (20hrs/week) predominantly remote work, with occasional in-person
Salary Range: Between $35-$40/hr based on experience
Reporting to: Blue Cabin Cooperative Board

Project Description

The Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency (BCFAR) is a collaboration between Blue Cabin Cooperative Members: Creative Cultural Collaborations (C3), grunt gallery and Other Sights for Artists’ Projects. The Blue Cabin Cooperative (BCC) oversees the ongoing management of the Blue Cabin. The cabin has been operating residencies since 2019 and has hosted close to 25 residents to date. For 7 years BCFAR has supported artist workshops, in-conversation gatherings, small festivals, radio programs, print launches, public art, sustainability initiatives, art walks, educational projects and more. The Blue Cabin Cooperative was formed in the spring of 2024, providing the cabin with the opportunity to seek its own funding as an independent arts cooperative. The Cooperative is undergoing a strategic growth and development phase and is looking for an experienced individual with strengths in grant writing, program visioning, partner/donor development and organizational strategy. You will work closely with the Blue Cabin Steering Committee to secure funding that can support Blue Cabin programming.

Job Description

The Blue Cabin Cooperative Grant Writer/Donor Development Coordinator (GW/DDC) works closely with Blue Cabin members to grow/strengthen the organization’s programming and operating capacity. Their work upholds the BCC’s mandate and public image and their actions contribute to delivering funding that supports the BCC’s mission and vision. The GW/DDC works closely with Blue Cabin Cooperative’s (BCC) Board to grow the operating budget and revenue streams, and to develop future programming initiatives (20272029). They will undertake grant-writing, and donor relations/management. They will connect with partners, funders, patrons, and other key partners. They will also work with the BCC’s facilities team for fundraising in relation to the cabin’s equipment and infrastructure needs. If fundraising efforts are successful there is potential for this role to extend longer than a year.

Required Competencies

Resourcefulness, Communication, Grant Writing, Networking, Collaboration, Reliability, Flexibility, Programming, Commitment, Community, Negotiation, Donor Relations

Responsibilities

Grant Development (strategize and seek appropriate grants to secure operational funding, project support funding and program development funding)
Grant reporting, ongoing funder communication
Donor management (donor communication and developing new opportunities)
Attend regular bi-monthly grant strategy meetings with BCC’s Board
Provide effective leadership and support for BCC to advance its goal of sustainable operations and programming
Be available to attend Donor relation events, or promotional activities
Other duties as required

Required Skills and Education

Post-secondary education in arts related field, or education/experience combination
5+ years’ Experience in grant-writing (proven ability)
Development experience and/or donor management experience
Excellent understanding of arts non-profit organizations
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and take initiative
Resourceful, hands-on and pro-active
Confident problem-solving abilities
Ability to work collaboratively with BCC’s Board
An intercultural skill-set for effectively working with diverse artists/communities
A history of engagement with Indigenous, Racialized and LGBTQ2S communities
Strong commitment to bridge-building within diverse community frameworks

How to Apply

Please send email with cover letter and resume to Sunshine Frère by email: info@thebluecabin.ca.

Deadline: May 10, 2026

Complete job posting can be found on the website.

Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency is a mobile artist residency located on Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh territories in Vancouver, BC, on Canada’s Pacific Coast. Currently located on a floating platform at Heritage Harbour in a collaboration with the Vancouver Maritime Museum, the residency gives the artist a unique perspective on the city from the water. The deckhouse is an off the grid home with modern appliances and comforts and a 360-degree view of the harbour, while the historic cabin acts as a studio for the artist’s activities. Located on the foreshore in close proximity to Sen ̓ áḵw (Vanier Park), the Blue Cabin provides a home base in this waterfront community within the City of Vancouver. Our residencies allow artists time for solo production and reflection as well as opportunities for engagement within the community.

Blue Cabin Floating Artist Residency
www.thebluecabin.ca
info@thebluecabin.ca
604-362-2484

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Accessibility:
The Blue Cabin is currently not wheelchair accessible. We are working to address this as we adjust to our present site and existing infrastructures. There is a gangway to the dock, which can be steep depending on tides. To reach the Blue Cabin barge from the docks, a large step or small jump is required from the dock to the platform. There are handrails around the perimeter of the barge. The cabin studio space is accessed via seven 7″ high stairs with a handrail, one 6″ step and a 29″ doorway. The Blue Cabin is currently not wheelchair accessible. We are working to better address accessibility as we adjust to our present site and existing infrastructures.