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 a superior 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 our policies, practices, and behaviours. 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, Leadership & Legacy Giving.

Position Status: Permanent Full-Time

Available: Immediately

Description of the Position:

The Associate, Leadership & Legacy Giving, will be a key fundraising member of the team, focusing on current revenue for the Leadership Giving segment. They will support mid-value donor segment initiatives by engaging donors through a combination of direct 1:1 fundraising and strategic development of marketing campaigns. Gifts within their segment will range from $10,000.00 to $100,000.00 annually.

You will:

• • Actively manage and grow a portfolio of current and prospective donors, leveraging multiple channels within the marketing and sales mix (direct, digital, social, phone and in-person)
  • Support initiatives to engage lapsed donors and diverse community segments.
  • Work closely with the Leadership & Legacy Giving team to support reporting and data infrastructure, adhering to best practices in database management; develop reporting and forecasts for the program; and provide input into analyses
  • Provide ongoing relationship management to donors and foundations, including identification, solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship; primarily through 1:1 meetings, email and phone channels
  • Document donor discussions and follow-up actions within the donor database
  • Support development of fundraising proposals as required
  • Develop and lead external communications and outreach initiatives, including donor updates, program newsletters, and campaign materials to engage and inform key audiences
  • Provide administrative and operational support for the Leadership Giving Program, including gift administration, tracking progress, managing communications, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders
  • Identify, research, and qualify prospective donors through data analysis, referrals, and strategic outreach to build a robust pipeline of potential supporters
  • Collaborate with other Foundation teams, including: Precision Marketing, Brand, Content and Communications; Major Gifts; Legacy Giving; Gift Administration; and Business Intelligence & IT

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:

• • • Certificate or degree in marketing, fundraising, or a related field
• • 3+ years of relevant experience
• • Ability to work independently in driving new initiatives and enhancing existing opportunities
• • Strong business & financial acumen with analytical and financial experience
• • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• • Ability to build new and long-term relationships with prospects, donors and/or clients
• • Superior storytelling, verbal and written communication skills
• • Experience using CRM databases; Blackbaud will be considered an asset
• • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize and multi-task
• • Creative, resourceful, solution-oriented and intuitively driven

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: $69,362 – $81,602; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $97,923 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, Leadership & Legacy Giving.

To help you lead in the fight for kids’ health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan), tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan and birth parent/parental top up – to name a few!

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

Date Posted: June 4, 2025

Available: Internal and External Candidates

Deadline: June 18, 2025

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, 2SLGBTQIA+ 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: recruitment@sickkidsfoundation.com

Job Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Submit Resume By

6/18/2025

Position Type

Permanent Full Time