The incumbent 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 major gifts, sponsorships, planned gifts as well as the management of fundraising events and campaigns.
Posted On: 2021-08-18
Closing On: 2021-09-06
Location: Brantford, ON
Website: http://www.sjlc.ca
Employment Type: Full-Time
Level: Intermediate
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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:
- St. 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 one of only 25 hospices in Ontario
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.
Purpose of the Position:
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 major gifts, sponsorships, planned gifts as well as the management of fundraising events and campaigns.
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
- Provide support to the 50/50 lottery
- Support the development of our annual mail appeals
- Lead the development and implementation of a “grateful patient/family” program
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
To Apply
Please send resume and cover letter to jpowell@sjlc.ca
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.