In collaboration with the President & CEO, the Senior Coordinator, Events & Development is responsible for growing the events and development program revenue to support the current and long-term financial needs of the Campus.  This includes research, identification, cultivation and solicitation of sponsorships, major gifts, planned gifts as well as the management of fundraising events and campaigns. Salary Range:  $62,000 – $75,000

Posted On:  November 14, 2023

Closing On:  December 6, 2023

Location:  Brantford, Ontario

Employment Type:  Full Time

Level:  Intermediate

Salary Range:  $62,000 – $75,000

Website:  https://www.sjlc.ca

St. Joseph’s Lifecare Foundation (SJLF) is the official fundraising organization in support of St. Joseph’s Lifecare Centre Campus of Care.  The Campus includes:

• Joseph’s Lifecare Centre which is the largest long-term care home in Brantford and Brant County, with 205 beds. It is one of two non-profit homes in the county
• Stedman Community Hospice which is a 10 bed in-patient Hospice and also offers a Community Outreach program

SJLF is dedicated to funding the delivery of quality, compassionate care, with dignity and respect in the St. Joseph’s tradition. Each year thousands of people in our community rely upon the programs and services the Hospice and Long-Term Care Home provide.

Responsibilities:

Special Events

• Plan and execute Foundation-led events (Hike and Handbags for Hospice)
• Recruitment and recognition of event participants
• Develop and monitor critical timelines for events
• Recruitment, training, management, and recognition of volunteers for event committees and day of events
• Coordination of meetings and correspondence related to event committees
• Identify, secure, and recognize event sponsors and in-kind donors
• Liaise and provide support to third party community event organizers

Development

• Research, identify, cultivate, solicit, and recognize major gift donors as well as planned giving donors
• Research and write grant proposals as well as report back to granting organizations

Additional Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of business plans to support fundraising initiatives
• Provide back-up support for social media
• Maintain donors’ records in database
• Other duties as assigned to support SJLF

Education and Experience

• Completion of diploma or degree from a recognized community college or university in fundraising or event management
• A minimum of 3-5 years fundraising experience in the non-profit sector
• Proven fundraising success
• Experience with event coordination
• Volunteer management experience
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms
• Experience working with donor database software and/or CRM software

Skills and Abilities

• High level of initiative and strong goal orientation
• Ability to motivate others and work as part of a team
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
• A high degree of comfort working independently
• Exceptional project management and prioritization skills
• Superior interpersonal skills and a commitment to working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders internally and externally
• An understanding of healthcare industry
• Strong communications skills
• Extensive knowledge of Brantford and surrounding area
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is between $62,000 to $75,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.  We also offer HOOPP, a defined contribution pension plan, employee assistance program and benefits.

To Apply

Please send resume and cover letter to jpowell@sjlc.ca

Closing date:  Friday, December 8, 2023

Thank you for your interest in St. Joseph’s Lifecare Foundation and for taking the time to apply.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

St. Joseph’s Lifecare Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all we in all we do.  We are committed to creating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation, if requested, will be provided throughout the recruitment process.  Should any candidate require accommodation in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact Kevin Hird (khird@sjlc.ca) for assistance.