Senior Philanthropy Officer - Mackenzie Health Foundation

Mackenzie Health Foundation invites you to be part of an extraordinary journey. We've achieved the incredible milestone of raising $250 million – the largest campaign ever for a community hospital in Canada. Yet, Mackenzie Health’s mission to relentlessly improve care and create healthier communities is far ongoing. As we grow, so does the demand for quality healthcare. Join us in ensuring continued investment to attract top talent, enhance program excellence, and secure cutting-edge equipment and technology to advance world-leading health care in York Region. Enjoy a rewarding work environment with flexible schedules, growth opportunities, and a culture of inclusivity and belonging.

Role Overview: The Senior Philanthropy Officer will play a pivotal role within our major gifts team, responsible for cultivating and managing a portfolio of donors focusing on securing gifts of $100K and above.  This position involves donor engagement, relationship building and supporting fundraising initiative in collaboration with our healthcare partners.

Contribute to the Foundation by:

• Manage and expand a portfolio of major gift donors, focusing on securing gifts of $100K and above.
• Strategize and execute fundraising plans in collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and major gifts team. Engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors with personalized strategies.
• Maintain detailed records of donor interactions, proposals and communications.
• Develop and implement strategic moves management plans for assigned relationships.
• Prepare compelling fundraising materials, including, briefing notes, proposals, letters, reports, acknowledgements, and impact updates.
• Build productive and meaningful relationships with the hospital teams, including physicians, medical professionals and leadership.
• Participate in special events and community engagement activities to promote the Foundation’s mission and fundraising goals.
• Provide accurate progress reports and ensure the effective management of multiple projects and deadlines.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What must you have?

• A university degree or college diploma in Business Administration, Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in philanthropy or fundraising, with a proven track record of securing major gifts, preferably in the healthcare or not-for-profit sectors.

What else do you bring?

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, professionalism, and diplomacy at all times.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and donor relationships in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and donor management software (experience with Raiser’s Edge/NXT a plus).
• Knowledge of the healthcare sector and philanthropic trends is beneficial.
• Ability to analyze results and make appropriate adjustments and recommendations
• Commitment to the highest standards of ethical practice and occupational health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-orientated environment.
• Alignment with the values of Mackenzie Health Foundation’s purpose and values.

Preferably your profile also includes:

• Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license

This position is permanent full-time, with a flexible, hybrid schedule. Some regional travel may be required to meet with staff, donors, partners and volunteer leaders. Competitive compensation plus benefits and pension plan.

The position supports the Foundation’s mission of enhancing healthcare in York Region and offers a fulfilling work environment with growth opportunities and a culture of inclusivity and belonging.

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.