Senior Development Officer (Major Gifts)
Imagine a future where the most devastating consequences of mental illness can be prevented. With the need for mental health care greater than ever, the reimagined Ontario Shores Foundation for Mental Health (the Foundation) is transitioning its Board of Directors to a fundraising board.
Ontario Shores Foundation for Mental Health was founded in 2009 to support mental health and recovery at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores). In partnership with its donors, staff, patients and community, the Foundation inspires change through numerous fundraising initiatives that help enable revolutionary programs and research not funded by the government, and support patients struggling with serious mental illness.
Creating a sense of hope is one of the greatest gifts we can give to people and families living with complex mental health challenges. Together we are helping ensure people can access the compassionate, recovery-based care they need to fully participate in an inclusive and stigma-free society.
The Foundation is searching for a Senior Development Officer (Major Gifts).
Why consider this opportunity?
- This is an amazing opportunity to raise funds for one of the most important healthcare issues of our time and see the direct impact of philanthropy on patient outcomes and groundbreaking mental health research.
- You’ll have direct access to clinical experts, senior leaders, and an increasingly engaged fundraising board—key ingredients for major gift success.
- This is a genuine major gifts role where you’ll spend your time cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors, supported by a strong healthcare fundraising platform and a compelling case for support.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Minimum 5 years of fundraising experience with at least 3 years in a major gifts capacity with proven ability to initiate new relationships and successfully solicit and close significant 5-figure gifts
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills with high EQ and demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate a wide variety of audiences
- A solid understanding of fundraising best practices (including CRA guidelines) and experience with major gift giving vehicles
- Strong knowledge and operational experience with Raiser’s Edge or equivalent fundraising CRM database, including ability to maintain data accuracy and integrity in accordance with the Foundation’s policies and procedures
- Attention to detail with exemplary written and verbal communications skills
- Collaborative mindset and flexible learner who strives to work effectively with cross functional teams and understands the benefits
- Desire to thrive as part of a growing, collaborative, high performing team with demonstrated passion for mental health and/or healthcare fundraising
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite; digital, social, email and web platform experience also an asset
- Professional presence with excellent judgement and diplomacy; discretion and tact in handling confidential information
- Degree or diploma in a related field (Business Administration, Non-Profit Management, or other relevant discipline) or the equivalent experience
- Assets: Planned Giving and Corporate Sponsorship experience; Knowledge of/residence in Durham Region; Achievement of/or working towards CFRE designation is a definite asset
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Competitive base compensation of $80,000 – $95,000, commensurate with experience
- Vacation – 4 weeks
- HOOPP benefits begin on first day of employment
- Health, vision and dental
- The Foundation offers a flexible work environment with occasional remote work as well as substantial time in the community and with stakeholders
APPLICATION PROCESS
crawfordconnect has been retained by the Ontario Shores Foundation for this recruitment. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Liz Latimer at liz@crawfordconnect.com / 416.690.5377.
Email your resume and cover letter immediately to liz@crawfordconnect.com
Although the deadline for applications is July 13, 2026, early applications are encouraged.
We thank all applicants for applying; however, only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If someone you know may be interested in this position, feel free to forward this information – we’d be pleased to connect with them.
This is an existing vacancy. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used in the candidate assessment or selection process.