SENIOR PHILANTHROPY OFFICER

Permanent

Full-time

Philanthropy Department

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:

SENIOR PHILANTHROPY OFFICER

The Senior Philanthropy Officer is a frontline fundraiser responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of major donors contributing $25,000+ annually. This role identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards gifts to achieve annual revenue of $1M+ and build long-term philanthropic partnerships. By executing tailored engagement strategies, proposals, and stewardship plans, the position ensures donors remain connected to TIFF’s mission and programs, advancing both year-round activities and the Festival. This role reports to the Senior Director of Philanthropy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shall include but not be limited to:

• Manage a portfolio of up to 75 individual and family foundation donors giving $25,000+, with an annual portfolio revenue target of $1M+.
• Develop and execute donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies tailored to each prospect.
• Partner with the Senior Director, Philanthropy, CBMO, Philanthropy & Partnerships Committee and other internal stakeholders to support major gift fundraising and joint solicitations.
• Create individualized donor engagement plans, proposals, impact reports, and impact updates.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, data integrity, prospect tracking, and Moves Management in Raiser’s Edge.
• Lead campaign initiatives and donor-facing events (Tribute Awards, Beyond the Red Carpet, etc.).
• Contribute to departmental impact reporting and annual reporting to portfolio donors.
• Serve as a liaison with Programming and Events teams to integrate donor engagement with TIFF experiences.
• Maintain strong stewardship practices, ensuring donor benefits are fulfilled and recognition is timely.
• Support pipeline growth by identifying new prospects and upgrading existing relationships

JOB GRADE & SALARY:

• 4 (Senior Manager)
• $75,000 – $90,000 Annually

TARGET CONTRACT DATE:

• January, 2026

WORK LOCATION:

• Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
• Weekly in-office requirements:
  • Minimum 2 days (1st November – 30th April)
  • Minimum 3 days (1st May – 31st October)
• Festival Office Requirements: Full Time during Festival

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of progressive fundraising, sales, or relationship management experience with demonstrated success securing gifts of $25,000+.
• Proven track record managing a portfolio of 75 -100 donors with $1M+ annual value.
• Familiarity with the Canadian arts and culture landscape.
• Knowledge of major gift strategies, metrics, and Moves Management.
• Strong CRM/database skills (Raiser’s Edge preferred, experience using Opportunities for moves management).
• Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail.
• Interest in film and the mission of TIFF.
• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends

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).

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; however, TIFF considers and welcomes individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position. For consideration to those on time-limited Visa status, your Visa must allow you to complete the full contract.

 

Please send any questions via e-mail 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.