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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact in 2023, is Canada’s largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each child’s unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.

We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering an unmatched donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading in digital charity.

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here.

We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Associate Director, Community Partnerships.

Position Status: Temporary Full-Time (15-month contract)

Available: June, 2025

Description of the Position:

The Associate Director, Community Partnerships (TFT) will be responsible for leading their team to execute the fundraising strategy for new, existing and lapsed Community Partnerships Events (Third Party Events), focusing specifically on patient family and large scale community events, like runs and marathons, to grow program revenue and ensure existing events reach their maximum revenue potential. The Associate Director will manage, coach, and mentor one Manager and two Associates under their assigned portfolio.  In addition to management of staff and strategy, the Associate Director will manage a portfolio of Community Partners with a $1.5M fundraising goal. This position reports to the Director, Community Partnerships.

You will:

• Initiate, maintain and grow highly complex relationships with existing and new Community Event groups as outlined in specific portfolio
• Manage and grow a portfolio of some of the highest revenue generating Community Partnerships Events
• Foster and develop a team of high performers and build a culture of excellence by:
  • Developing goals and expectations for employees in alignment with the annual business plan and Foundation’s strategic plan
  • Support/mentor/coach employees’ career/professional development
  • Build opportunities within plans/strategies for each employee to collaborate with others across all business channels
• Lead by example to engage all stakeholders with the highest level of integrity, fairness and transparency
• Responsible for the overall management of the Manager and Associates with a focus on orientation, training, goal setting, monitoring performance and leading team development and encouraging professional development
• In collaboration with the Director, Community Partnerships develop and implement strategic and operational plans aligned to financial plans
• With the Director and the other Associate Director, create business plans for new, existing and lapsed business
• Provide tactical expertise in fundraising events to Community Partnership Event Organizers
• Manage and resolve challenging donor interactions on sensitive topics (hospital experiences, bereavement, financial accountability and receipting, Foundation/hospital policy, timelines) which can sometimes elicit strong opinions and viewpoints in a manner that ensures positive relationships, interactions and outcomes with the donor
• Identify and capitalize on new avenues to broaden networks and establish relationships with prospective high-profile donors and partners and to re-engage lapsed donors where appropriate
• Provide event guidance (tools and available resources), constant communication, problem solving solutions and correspondence with event organizers and donors to ensure successful fundraising efforts

Qualifications:

While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure, below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:

• University or College Degree (fundraising diploma an asset) in Fundraising, Non-Profit Management, Project Management or another related field
• 7+ years of experience within advancement; community events will be considered a strong asset
• 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership position
• Proven track record as an exceptional fundraiser with the ability to understand and respond to various levels of expectations from diverse stakeholders
• Experience in Community Partnership Events, generating new business and reaching revenue targets
• Ability to participate and drive strategic thinking and carry plans forward into action
• Blackbaud CRM and/or other fundraising database experience
• Experience with fundraising platforms like, Frontstream, OneCause, Funraisin
• Ability to work with diaspora and/or newcomer communities
• Strong project management skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Strong storytelling and presentation skills
• Proficient with Microsoft 365
• Ability to drive initiatives, be resourceful, creative and flexible
• Drivers license and/or access to a car will be considered an asset

We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Total Compensation Package:

Hiring Salary Range: $98,314.00 – $122,892.00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $141,326.00. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Associate Director, Community Partnerships.

To help you lead in the fight for kids’ health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package and flexible work arrangements – to name a few!

Hours: 35-hour work week, flexible work options available

Date Posted: March 19, 2025

Available: Internal and External Candidates

Deadline: April 6, 2025

Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com

SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.com