Director, Community Giving - Mackenzie Health Foundation

• Work collaboratively with senior leadership team to establish strategies and plans that are aligned across fundraising streams, and with overall goals, ensuring a positive donor experience and maximized revenue portfolios.
• Establish and lead a high-performing team, providing leadership and guidance for direct reports.
• Plan for and support the recruitment and engagement of volunteer leaders for community-based fundraising.
• Promote the creation of third-party events in the community through networking and engagement initiatives.
• Act as an Ambassador for Mackenzie Health Foundation in the community, including attending community events and activities, and speaking on behalf of the Foundation.
• Demonstrate commitment to the value of the diverse cultures of the York Region, encourage inclusive behaviour, and ensure that Mackenzie Health is represented with integrity and care.
• Develop internal relationships with Hospital and Foundation staff, promoting a culture of philanthropy.
• Model and foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
• Work collaboratively across departments on shared objectives, fostering innovation and teamwork.

• Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive business and marketing strategies for the Community Giving Portfolio.
• Lead the development of the annual plan, budget, and key performance indicators to meet annual revenue targets for Community Giving.
• Evaluate fundraising activities and develop strategies to improve revenue performance and efficiencies and make recommendations to increase revenue and community support.
• Grow and expand Community Giving through promotion and exploration of new opportunities.
• Work in partnership with Marketing and Communications to develop communications plans for the Community Giving portfolio in alignment with the Foundation’s overall communications plan.
• Collaborate internally on communications materials and assets, including website content, annual reports, newsletters, brochures and pamphlets and social media to enhance marketing.
• Work collaboratively with the Stewardship team to develop and implement a stewardship framework for volunteers, sponsors, donors, third-party groups, and/or event participants, ensuring that communication is timely, targeted, and effective.
• Effective oversight and management of Signature and Community events including logistics, partnerships with suppliers, sponsorships, participants, and volunteers.
• Effectively engage and cultivate partners of third-party events and ensure tools are in place to support revenue.
• Develop and manage processes and logistics for In Memory, and In Honor giving programs.
• Work closely with Major Gift and Stewardship teams to facilitate the growth and maintenance of the prospect pipeline.
• Plan and implement hospital physician and staff engagement and giving programs.
• Work with the finance team to prepare financial reports and analysis of donor trends.
• Effectively leverage Raiser’s Edge donor database to track, evaluate and report on fundraising activities.
• Monitor program revenues and expenses to ensure they remain within budget.

• Proven history of developing fundraising plans and strategies and meeting targets.
• Fundraising experience across multiple revenue streams including events, corporate sponsorships, and mid-level giving strategies.
• Experience leading the development and execution of community-based fundraising activities and partnerships.
• Demonstrated experience building, mentoring, coaching and fostering innovation within high-performing teams.
• Excellence in collaboration with the ability to generate innovative initiatives and solutions.
• Strong writing skills and experience tailoring messages to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and a history of building trusting relationships with donors.
• Experience working with data analytics to evaluate and guide planning for increased revenue generation activities.
• Public speaking skills and enthusiasm for representing Mackenzie Health Foundation in the community.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the various cultures represented in the York region along with a commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equality, and accessibility.
• Team player with a demonstrated commitment to driving excellence.
• Organized, attentive to detail and effective time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment requiring flexibility and adaptability to meet deadlines and targets.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge is considered an asset.
• Passion for healthcare philanthropy and community-based fundraising.
• Experience working in a healthcare-related environment is considered an asset.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
• Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license and a reliable insured vehicle.

• University degree or college diploma in fundraising or related field or equivalent combination of skills and experience.

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