Associate, Corporate Partnerships

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, Corporate Partnerships . 

Position Status : 12-month contract 

Available : Immediately

DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

The Associate, Corporate Partnerships will work with the Corporate Partnerships team and other partners (the Hospital, Foundation and third parties), to manage corporate relationships with new, active and lapsed corporate supporters, across all sectors who give under $20,000 annually.

The Associate, Corporate Partnerships will project manage and execute the workplace giving/employee engagement programs across the Corporate Partnerships team to drive campaigns and loyalty to SickKids with employee groups. The Associate will work in collaboration and report directly to the Director, Corporate Partnerships.

You will

• Work collaboratively with the Corporate Partnership team to manage a portfolio of 100 + corporate supporters who give under $20,000 annually;
• Identify and cross sell opportunities within other SickKids Foundation offerings for employee fundraising groups to take part in;
• Assist with cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of donors across all industry sectors and identify those ready to upgrade experience;
• Manage Corporate partnerships inbox, respond to inquiries and qualify prospects;
• Ensure outcome of donor meetings and follow-up actions are recorded in the donor database (known as ‘KYDS’);
• Support corporate donors in the building and management of online donation pages.
• Working with the Director, Corporate Partnerships and collaboratively with other Foundation teams, continually enhance and improve turn-key workplace giving program, and project management the execution of the recognition program Work closely with the appropriate Foundation teams to deliver annual digital stewardship program for corporate partners and employee donors;
• Cultivate effective relationships within the hospital to support volunteer opportunities, donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship;
• Keep on top of trends as it relates to employee engagement and giving;
• Participate on cross-functional projects as requested and support Relationship Managers as needed;
• Represent and speak on behalf of SickKids at corporate events;
• Ad-hod tasks as assigned.

Tracking Code 850-074 Job Description

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, Corporate Partnerships . 

Position Status : 12-month contract 

Available : Immediately

DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

The Associate, Corporate Partnerships will work with the Corporate Partnerships team and other partners (the Hospital, Foundation and third parties), to manage corporate relationships with new, active and lapsed corporate supporters, across all sectors who give under $20,000 annually.

The Associate, Corporate Partnerships will project manage and execute the workplace giving/employee engagement programs across the Corporate Partnerships team to drive campaigns and loyalty to SickKids with employee groups. The Associate will work in collaboration and report directly to the Director, Corporate Partnerships.

You will

• Work collaboratively with the Corporate Partnership team to manage a portfolio of 100 + corporate supporters who give under $20,000 annually;
• Identify and cross sell opportunities within other SickKids Foundation offerings for employee fundraising groups to take part in;
• Assist with cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of donors across all industry sectors and identify those ready to upgrade experience;
• Manage Corporate partnerships inbox, respond to inquiries and qualify prospects;
• Ensure outcome of donor meetings and follow-up actions are recorded in the donor database (known as ‘KYDS’);
• Support corporate donors in the building and management of online donation pages.
• Working with the Director, Corporate Partnerships and collaboratively with other Foundation teams, continually enhance and improve turn-key workplace giving program, and project management the execution of the recognition program Work closely with the appropriate Foundation teams to deliver annual digital stewardship program for corporate partners and employee donors;
• Cultivate effective relationships within the hospital to support volunteer opportunities, donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship;
• Keep on top of trends as it relates to employee engagement and giving;
• Participate on cross-functional projects as requested and support Relationship Managers as needed;
• Represent and speak on behalf of SickKids at corporate events;
• Ad-hod tasks as assigned.

Required Skills

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 degree or community college diploma with a focus in marketing, fundraising, sales or related field;
• 3-5 years’ experience in fundraising or equivalent experience;
• Superior communication skills in addition to well-developed presentation abilities;
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft 365;
• Ability to think strategically, be creative and work independently in driving new initiatives or enhancing existing programs;
• Excellent project management skills;
• Ability to constantly re-prioritize work in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment;
• Organized, detail orientated and with exceptional follow-through;
• Exceptional team player and relationship builder;
• Experience in Corporate solicitation, selling sponsorships and engaging groups in Peer to Peer fundraising will be considered an asset;
• Understanding of how to best engage with companies through digital communication channels will be considered an asset;
• Experience with a donor database Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge will be an asset;
• Experience in working with employee giving platforms (eg. Benevity, OneCause, Cybergrants).

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 : $68,337.00– $ 80,396.00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $96,476.00. 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, Corporate Partnership.

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

Date Posted : June 24, 2024

Available : Internal and External Candidates

Deadline : July 9th, 2024

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: [email protected].

Job Location Toronto, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr