POSITION SUMMARYThe Associate Director, Community Partnerships, will lead a dynamic, diversified and talented team of community fundraising experts. This role's primary responsibility will be to strategically plan, implement, and actively grow the Community portfolio, including third-party fundraising, P2P fundraising, DIY Challenges, lotteries, and St. Michael's Young Leaders (SMYL). This position collaborates with stakeholders, including senior-level volunteers, hospital staff and board members, to roll out effective and sustainable fundraising programs to achieve financial targets vital to St. Michael's Hospital and Providence Healthcare.
RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIESFundraising Activities- In partnership with AVP, Events, Sponsorship, and Community Giving, lead the development and execution of the community portfolio with a currentannual goal of over $2M.
- Critically analyze the current Community portfolio and develop growth strategies, analyze data, measurable goals, and objectives to maximize revenue to the Foundation.
- Act as the principal point of contact for all community event organizers.
- Oversee a portfolio of existing and new P2P fundraising events (Paddle Royale and The Providence Way Walk and Roll), third-party and DIY fundraising events, and partnerships from concept to completion, ensuring they operate smoothly and efficiently and generate maximum revenue and exposure.
- Generate, test, and evaluate concepts for innovative and profitable new fundraising initiatives (i.e. lotteries, raffles, and signature P2P initiatives) to maximize revenue generation, focusing on long-term and sustainable unrestricted funds.
- Monitor and analyze comprehensive reports, including budgets, metrics, and financial statements for all fundraising activities associated with the Community portfolio.
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop solicitation materials, including marketing materials, communications, and impact reports.
- Oversee the St. Michael's Young Leaders (SMYL) program, including responsibility for recruitment, committee management, and providing support for fundraising initiatives (The Care Cup, The Dodger and The Broker)
- Act as relationship manager for 100 + partners in varying stages of identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship using a focused and accountable strategy development and implementation approach.
- Oversee execution of all pre- and post-event donor recognition agreements.
Volunteer Management- Work with board members and P2P event volunteer committees to identify and solicit potential community partners
- Ensure positive volunteer experience and committee management are in place, providing support and administration to St. Michael's Young Leaders (SMYL) and senior-level volunteers.
- Engage in all committee work, ensuring the Foundation provides the best possible volunteer experience with the Community team.
Leadership- Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to the team in the planning, implementing, and evaluating event fundraising activities.
- Create an environment that ensures effective information sharing and collaboration with other Foundation teams.
- Manage a team of event fundraising professionals and provide leadership to the team so they feel properly supported. This role currently has one direct report.
OtherActivities:
- Promote a positive and professional work environment and conduct oneself with integrity and respect.
- Act as an ambassador throughout the community to represent the hospital and the Foundation positively.
- Abide by the policies and procedures of Unity Health Toronto and SMPF.
- Abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and work safely, reporting incidents immediately to the direct supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet the overall goals and objectives of the Foundation.
- Operate within the culture and core values of the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE- Post-secondary education or relevant work experience.
- 7-10 years of progressive experience in community fundraising, preferably in a large, dynamic, not-for-profit environment, including 4+ years of team management experience.
- Experience building and growing a community portfolio, including launching new initiatives.
- Experience managing, coaching, and mentoring junior team members.
- Demonstrated ability to research, develop, lead, and evaluate implementation of philanthropic strategies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operational and financial management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to set and exceed goals with a track record for success in leading and motivating a team.
- Strong understanding of the community fundraising world, and an excellent track record of building a community portfolio.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and very strong person-to-person relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work with senior leaders, physicians, and other foundations effectively and collaboratively.
- Experience working with volunteers and volunteer committees/boards in a fundraising capacity.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and prioritizing skills; problem-solving and crisis management skills are imperative.
- Ability to attain financial and program goals within prescribed timelines.
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands.
- Proven ability to exercise diplomacy and good judgment.
- Exemplary attention to detail with excellent planning, organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently using an above-average level of initiative.
- Ability to work as a collaborative member of a fundraising team.
- Proficient in using all corporate productivity tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, search engines, Raiser's Edge, and other donor database management systems.
- Proficient in using fundraising platforms, including Funraisin.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the mission and values of St. Michael's Hospital, Providence Healthcare, and Unity Health Toronto.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
Salary Range: $108,068.79 - $139,829.45 annual
