
Coordinator, Annual Giving
Southlake Health Foundation is in search of a highly motivated, data savvy, and results-driven annual giving professional to join our team as the Coordinator, Annual Giving.
Reporting to the Manager, Annual Giving (and as a member of the Marketing Communications and Annual Giving Portfolio) the Coordinator will leverage their non profit/fundraising experience, and knowledge of digital and direct marketing programs (including direct mail, lottery, monthly giving, grateful patient, memorial, and tribute programs) to support the growth of revenue, acquire new donors, and help to drive donor retention. Your attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, relationship building skills (both in-person and online), and knowledge of annual giving best practices, will make you an incredible asset to our team. If you are looking for a purpose-filled opportunity and joyful, entrepreneurial, forward-thinking, inclusive, and professional culture, Southlake Health Foundation might be the right fit for you!
Our Shared Purpose: Build healthier communities. Shape the future of healthcare.
About Southlake Health
For 100 years and counting, Southlake Health has built healthy communities through leading edge care with an unwavering pride for people, place, and performance. Over the years, Southlake Health has evolved into one of Canada’s top healthcare organizations. It is more than a single centre. Southlake Health is a network of expertise, compassion, and excellence that delivers health and wellness, close to home.
With 6,000 staff, medical staff, volunteers and learners, as well as an operating budget in excess of $600 million, Southlake Health operates several sites to deliver care to patients across northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. It also provides specialized cardiac and cancer care to patients as far north as Muskoka and as far south as North York through its regional programs.
With support from its communities, Southlake Health will continue to save lives, push boundaries, and bring care closer to home for people today and for generations to come. Help us do more by donating at southlake.ca/foundation.
About Southlake Health Foundation
Since the inception of Southlake Foundation in 1980, more than $260 million has been raised in support of Southlake Health. Working with members of our communities, volunteers, our Southlake Family and our dedicated donors, Southlake Health Foundation will continue to support the most urgent needs of our hospital, including things like life-saving medical equipment and technology, infrastructure upgrades and expansions, patient programs, and staff education, all for the goal of providing leading edge care for patients and families, close to home.
The Position
Working closely with the Manager, Annual Giving, the Coordinator is responsible for exceptional organizational support and management of Southlake Health Foundation’s Annual Giving program, including supporting growth and retention strategies within the portfolio.
This key member of the Annual Giving team will execute and coordinate approved fundraising strategies aimed at new and existing donors through a multi-channel approach for Direct Response programs, including: Direct Mail, Memorial/Tribute Giving, Monthly Donor Program, Lottery Initiatives, Grateful Patient Programs, Hospital Family Giving, and Digital/Online Giving Campaigns. This role will work closely with Marketing Communications, Donor Operations, Donor Experience, and Major Gifts team members to execute fundraising campaigns/initiatives, track and evaluate progress, and ensure seamless donor experiences between portfolios.
This role is an incredible opportunity for someone looking to leverage 2-3 years of skills and experience within an annual giving/fundraising environment within a high-performing, continuous learning organization. Your growth mindset and commitment to participating in our joyful culture will make you a natural fit within our incredible team.
What We Offer You
- A hybrid working model
- Comprehensive benefits, including group benefits plan and defined benefit pension (HOOPP)
- Competitive vacation and generous time-off including ‘summer hours’ program
- Professional development opportunities
- Ongoing culture and mission initiatives through the year (to inspire and engage our SHF team)
- A starting salary range between $51K-$63.5K
Qualifications and Experience
- 2-3 years of experience in annual giving and/or direct marketing programs
- A degree or diploma in fundraising, marketing, business, or a combination of comparable skills and experience.
- Experience working in a not-for-profit or charitable organization (or related consulting agency) in fundraising coordination and administration is an asset
- Experience using Raiser’s Edge, Luminate, or other donor database management system(s)
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong relationship-building abilities (in-person, phone, via presentation, or virtually)
- Ability to work with senior leaders, physicians, community leaders, and other key foundation stakeholders professionally, effectively, and collaboratively
- Incredible attention to detail with project management experience, creating work back schedules, project plans, etc.
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands.
- Ability to work independently leveraging an above average level of initiative (entrepreneurial mindset)
- Proven ability to exercise diplomacy and good judgment
- Ability to work as part of a larger fundraising team with professional development related to the sector an asset
- Proficient in the use of all corporate productivity tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe software.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- CFRE or related designation an asset
- Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the mission and values of Southlake Health Foundation which include:
- Always with compassion – We treat everyone like friends and family.
- Power of many – We cultivate partnerships within and beyond our walls for positive change.
- Serve with purpose – We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
- Every voice matters – We value all perspectives, listen respectfully, and take action.
- Courage to think differently – We embrace creativity, diversity, and innovation in everything we do.
As the successful candidate you must have a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
If you have the qualifications, commitment, and passion to join us and raise the bar for healthcare philanthropy in our communities, we would like to hear from you. It is an exciting time to be at Southlake Health.
If interested, please apply with cover letter and resume at southlake.ca/careers.
