Impact Starts at UNICEF Canada
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A WEB & DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT DEVELOPER
Are you a skilled web developer with a passion for building high-performing, user-centric digital experiences that drive engagement, enhance brand visibility, and power impactful fundraising and digital services?
Join UNICEF Canada and be part of a high-impact, mission-driven team working across Canada and globally to create a better world for children. We are seeking to recruit a talented and high-performing individual in the role of Web & Digital Engagement Developer.
Position Details
Web & Digital Engagement Developer
Permanent, Full-Time (New Role)
Manager, Digital Journeys
$65,000 - $75,000 with benefits and 3 weeks paid vacation
UNICEF Canada currently operates under a Fixed-Hybrid model that requires team members to attend the office at least 2 days/week (Tuesday and Wednesday).
Why UNICEF & UNICEF Canada?
UNICEF is the world’s farthest-reaching humanitarian organization for children. Across 190 countries and territories, and in the world’s toughest places, we provide and advocate for education, health and nutrition services. Protect children from violence and abuse. Bring clean water and sanitation to those in need. Keep them safe from climate change and disease. Serve as the world’s largest provider of vaccines. Before, during and after emergencies, we’re on the ground with life-saving help and hope. The needs of children around the world continue to increase and the role of UNICEF is more important than ever.
UNICEF Canada is one of 32 National Committees (NatComms) located in high-income countries around the world. Our team exists to fundraise for UNICEF’s highest priorities, and to work neutrally with governments and the private sector in Canada and internationally to advance the rights and well-being of children and youth.
As UNICEF Canada launches a bold new Strategic Plan in 2026, a key priority remains raising funds to support children around the globe. Be part of this exciting phase of impact!
About the Role
The Web & Digital Developer is responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and maintaining UNICEF Canada’s websites, digital fundraising experiences, and online engagement platforms to deliver accessible, high-performing, and user-centric digital experiences. This role plays a key part in advancing organizational priorities including brand visibility, supporter engagement, fundraising growth, campaign performance, and digital service delivery.
As UNICEF Canada enters a new phase of strategic growth focused on digital engagement, innovation, and supporter experience, this role will help strengthen the digital ecosystem that connects supporters to UNICEF’s mission, enabling meaningful action and generating critical support for children and youth around the world.
The role works closely with marketing, communications, fundraising, DPM, and technology teams to build and optimize web experiences, donation journeys, email campaigns, and supporter-facing digital products across multiple platforms and channels.
Key Responsibilities
Website Development, UX & Optimization
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Develop, enhance, andmaintainresponsive, accessible, and user-friendly websites and webexperiences, and donation forms
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Build and implement front-end features, templates, and components aligned with brand, accessibility, SEO, and performance standards
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Translate UX/UI concepts into high-quality digital experiences across devices and browsers
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Troubleshoot technical issues,monitorsite health, and implement fixes and enhancementsin a timely manner
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Collaborate with communications, fundraising, marketing,and DPMto design intuitive supporter journeys, campaign pages, and landing pages
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Build,maintain,optimize, and continuously improve online donation forms and fundraising experiences to support conversion and donor engagement goals
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Use analytics, testing, user feedback, and performance data toidentifyopportunities to improve usability, conversion, SEO, accessibility, and overall digital effectiveness
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Monitor website performance, campaign engagement, and userbehaviourusing analytics and reporting tools, and provide recommendations for optimization'
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Apply a strong quality assurance (QA) mindset across all development activities, including testing, validation, troubleshooting, and deployment readiness
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Develop and follow QA processes to ensure code stability, cross-browser/device compatibility, accessibility compliance, and reliable performance prior to production deployment
Digital Fundraising & Email Deployment
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Build, deploy, test, andmaintainfundraising and engagement emails using Engaging Networks native tools and custom HTML/CSS templates
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Support digital fundraising campaigns by developing andoptimizingemail journeys, campaign landing pages, donation forms, and supporter engagement experiences
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Ensure emails and digital experiences are responsive, accessible, and optimized across devices, browsers, and email clients
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Collaborate with fundraising and campaign teams to execute digital campaigns accurately and efficiently within established timelines
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Troubleshoot rendering, deliverability, and deployment issues related to email campaigns and supporter journeys
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Perform end-to-end QA testing for websites, donation forms, email campaigns, tracking implementations, and supporter journeys prior to deployment to ensure accuracy, functionality, and a seamless user experience
Content & CMS Management
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Manage content, templates, and components within CMS platforms such as WordPress or Drupal
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Partner with internal teams to publish, update, and quality-check content efficiently and accurately
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Maintain consistency in brand, content presentation, and digital best practices across web properties
Integration & Functionality
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Implement and support integrations with third-party platforms such as CRM systems, donation tools, forms, and analytics solutions
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Build andmaintainweb functionality that supports fundraising campaigns, supporter journeys, and digital engagement initiatives
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Coordinate testing and deployment of new features to ensure reliable performance and a seamless user experience
Security, Compliance & Governance
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Maintain website security, updates, backups, documentation, and technical standards to support secure and stable operations
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Help ensure compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG), privacy regulations, SEO best practices, and organizational governance requirements
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Support ongoing improvements to digital reliability, performance, and operational sustainability
Analytics, Tracking & Optimization
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Implement, manage, and troubleshoot tracking frameworks across websites, donation forms, and digital campaigns using tools such as Google Tag Manager (GTM), Google Analytics (GA4), Meta Pixel, and other marketing and conversion tracking platforms
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Supportaccuratecampaign attribution, conversion tracking, audience segmentation, and performance measurement across digital channels
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Work with data, marketing, and fundraising teams tovalidatetracking integrity and ensure reliable reporting and analytics data
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Assistin managing andoptimizingdata flows and integrations with platforms such asBigQuery, CRM systems, analytics platforms, and digital engagement tools
- Monitor campaign, donation form, and user journey performance toidentifyopportunities for optimization and improved supporter conversion
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Support A/B testing, tagging governance, and digital analytics best practices across web and fundraising properties
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Helpmaintaindata quality, documentation, and consistency across digital tracking implementations
Required Qualifications
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Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field
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3–5+ years of experiencein web development
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Proficiencyin HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Vue)
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Experience with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal)
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Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git)
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Experience with APIs and integrations is an asset
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Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and SEO best practices
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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Attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
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Collaborative mindset withstrong communicationskills
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Commitment to continuous learning, including emerging technologies (e.g., AI tools)
An Employer of Choice: What We Offer
UNICEF Canada is where diverse talent & passion come together to create extraordinary impact for every child. We are committed to being an employer of choice and building a culture that is inclusive, ambitious, compassionate, and high impact. Members of the UNICEF Canada team have access to the following employee benefits:
A ROBUST COMPENSATION PACKAGE
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Extended Health/Dental benefits, Healthcare Spending Account, and Wellness Account
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Life, AD&D, & Long-Term disability insurance coverage
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Access to parental leave top-up
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Fixed-hybrid work environment to balance connection and collaboration with the work-life integration needs of our team
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Minimum3weeks of annual vacation (increases with time served) & 1additionalday per year of service (max 30)
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10 paid sick days & 2 personal days
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9 to 11 employee wellness daysannually– anadditionalseries of pre-set days off, given annually to further extend long weekends
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Discounted rate for a GoodLife gym membership
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Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program
A CULTURE OF LEARNING & GROWTH
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Access to a comprehensive global learning platform
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Internal leadership development, training, & mentorship programs that integrate Anti-Racism and diversity,equityand inclusion principles
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Opportunities to access both local & global stretch assignments
AN INCLUSIVE & PURPOSE-DRIVEN WORKPLACE
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Centrallylocatedhead office in mid-town Toronto withasatellite office in Montreal
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Easily accessed by public transit and a short walk from several parking locations
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Inclusive & accessible co-working and meeting spaces designed to foster purpose at every turn and accommodate the diverse needs of employees
A CHANCE TO DO MEANINGFUL & LIFE-CHANGING WORK
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Under the leadership of a dynamic, accomplished, and experienced executive leadership team,you’llbe part of a diverse & talented Canada team committed to creating meaningful impact while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
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You’lljoin a global UNICEF family with a shared commitment toimpactthe lives of children
Our Commitment to Inclusive Workplaces & Recruitment
UNICEF Canada is an inclusive workplace and is committed to championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.
At UNICEF Canada, we believe strongly in personal connections, and our hiring process is entirely human-driven. We do not use AI to review applications or conduct interviews. Each candidate is evaluated by our experienced team to ensure a fair and thoughtful hiring experience.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document to
[email protected] by
11:59 PM EST by June 10, 2026. Please reference
Web & Digital Developer in the subject heading. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage applicants to apply early.
UNICEF Canada thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Consistent with our Child Safeguarding Policy, all successful candidates must receive clearance by a police background check (including a vulnerable sector screen).
