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Toronto International Film Festival

Philanthropy Officer


Posted On: April 30, 2024
Closing On: May 14, 2024

Location: Toronto
Effective: June 1, 2024
Employment Type: fulltime
Level: beginner
Salary Range: $60,000 - $78,000


PHILANTHROPY OFFICER, CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY & FOUNDATIONS 

Permanent

Full-time

Development 

 

TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home – TIFF Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film. 


TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.  

 

We encourage you to reflect on the land that you are on, who the traditional keepers of the land are, what the treaty relationship is, or if it’s unceded territory. TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land.


We are currently hiring for the position of:

 

PHILANTHROPY OFFICER, CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY & FOUNDATIONS 


The Philanthropy Officer at TIFF plays a vital role, collaborating closely with the Director of Philanthropy to oversee a major gifts portfolio. This involves managing donations of $25,000 and above from corporate philanthropy and foundation sources, essential for sustaining TIFF’s year-round and Festival programming and operations. They develop and execute tailored solicitation, upgrade, and retention strategies to generate annual revenue from philanthropic sources, working collaboratively with internal teams to identify and cultivate prospects, manage donor relationships, and fulfill benefits. Additionally, the officer provides essential support for Tribute Awards sales and events, oversees the Share Her Journey Giving Circle Programme, and manages the Moves Management process.

Beyond revenue, the Philanthropy Officer is entrusted with nurturing robust donor relationships and stewardship. They ensure sustained engagement with TIFF’s initiatives and produce impactful reports showcasing the organization’s achievements. Establishing and nurturing interpersonal ties with donors and stakeholders is central, fostering a vibrant philanthropic community aligned with TIFF’s mission.

Operationally, the Philanthropy Officer takes the lead in developing and implementing Funds and Campaigns, collaborates on new initiatives to engage supporters, and serves as a liaison for multiple internal teams, managing requests and activities intersecting with the Philanthropy Team’s objectives. They aid in goal setting, pipeline development, and ticket management, leveraging their 2-3 years of fundraising expertise and adept communication and project management skills. Their role entails navigating the dynamic philanthropic landscape to drive revenue, foster donor relations, and propel TIFF’s mission in the arts and culture sector forward.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shall include but not be limited to: 

 

Revenue Generation

  • Responsible for the management of a major gifts portfolio (50-70+ prospects), securing contributions of $25,000+ and raising 6-figures per annum
  • Support the Director, Philanthropy, the Senior Management Team, and Sr. Volunteers, on a high-volume, comprehensive sales outreach process, including sales calls, meetings, proposal and contract development (incl. outreach for Tribute)
  • Researches and pursues new corporate philanthropy and foundation funding at the major gifts level, developing, and sustaining long term support of TIFF
  • Maintains a thorough and accurate understanding of the organization’s strategic objectives, programs, benefits and funding priorities to effectively connect supporters to funding 
  • Collaborates with other departments to develop creative funding opportunities and strategies
  • Provides key support in the development, implementation, and roll-out of new Campaigns (major and dedicated, e.g. Every Story) 
  • Works closely with the Director, Philanthropy, to devise specific strategies, goals, and timetables for successful solicitations.
  • Creates compelling, personalized proposals and special solicitation correspondence for presentation to donors and prospects from corporate philanthropic / foundation sources
  • Assists with the Philanthropy and execution of fundraising events, including the annual TIFF Tribute Awards fundraiser
  • Continuously monitors status of current donors and identifies prospects for new gifts

 

Donor Relations

  • Oversees the stewardship of existing and new corporate philanthropy / foundation funder relationships by ensuring their awareness of, attendance, and participation in TIFF programs and events throughout the year—as well as the year-round impact of their investment.
  • Creates tailored impact reports based on impact-driven metrics and narratives.
  • Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with TIFF supporters, senior volunteers and other stakeholders.

Administration

  • Assists in setting, tracking and achieving fundraising goals for the Philanthropy Team
  • Working with the PhilanthropyTeam and Director of Philanthropy, supports the development of the Major Gifts and Tribute pipelines via the identification and assignment of prospects
  • Managing ticket allocation for the team
  • Oversee Festival & Year-Round Content Capture

 

JOB GRADE & SALARY OR RATE OF PAY:

  • Job Grade 3
  • Job Grade Salary Range/Annually  ($60,000 – $78,000)

 

 TARGET CONTRACT DATES OR START DATE:

  • June 1, 2024 or earlier

 

WORK LOCATION:

  • Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
  • Weekly in office requirements: 
    • Minimum 2 days (November to May)
    • Minimum 3 days (June to October) 
  • Festival Office Requirements: Full Time during Festival

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduate or undergraduate degree in arts administration, fundraising, or other related field is preferred
  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in fundraising, including working with donors and prospects, as well as grant/proposal writing experience
  • Ability to think of big, creative ideas for campaign approaches and strategies
  • Executes on ideas with excellent organizational & project management abilities, attention to detail and follow-through
  • Exceptional written communication skills – specifically persuasive and creative copywriting 
  • Ability to learn quickly, take initiative and to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance projects and strategies 
  • Proven skills in multitasking, problem-solving and decision making within a fast paced environment
  • Responds to change with flexibility, nimbleness, and a positive attitude 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with fundraising software (Raiser’s Edge, is an asset); marketing/email automation platforms (Mail Chimp is an asset) and project management tools (Trello is an asset) 
  • Commitment to professional development, AFP Code of Conduct and Donor Bill of Rights.
  • Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends
  • This position requires being in office on a regular basis.

 

HOW TO SUBMIT & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

  • All applications must be submitted online through TIFF’s Career Centre.
  • Please upload your cover letter and resumé as PDF(s), before the deadline of MONDAY, MAY 14, 2024. 

 

CLOSING:

We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. 

Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time. TIFF regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas.


Please send any questions via email only to careers@tiff.net.

 

TIFF is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities.

If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance at careers@tiff.net. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.