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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 Coordinator, Gift & Estate Planning.
Position Status: Permanent Full-Time
Available: Immediately
Description of the Position:
The Coordinator, Gift and Estate Planning (GEP) will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Gift and Estate Planning program. The primary responsibilities include tracking and reporting for all donor activities (cultivation, solicitation and stewardship), provide support for all program activities, as needed, and managing a variety of administrative tasks such as drafting communications, answering inquiries, and data analysis.
The Coordinator reports directly to the Associate Director, Gift & Estate Planning.
You will:
- Coordinate and track revenue generating activities, future gift expectancy pipeline and ensure correct designation and coding of current and future gifts;
- Manage data and material requirements for all lead generation campaigns for appropriate tracking and follow up by team;
- Regularly maintain and update gift planning records, handle prospect migration, pull reports and database clean up;
- Provide professional “first contact” with donors, professional advisors, and others seeking information regarding donations to SickKids Foundation;
- Provide support for various program initiatives and tactics associated with achieving annual goals;
- Assist in organizing, coordinating and supporting donor events related to developing the program, including education sessions, advisor seminars and annual J.P. Bickell Society luncheon;
- Track expenses and ensure that the team is keeping within yearly budget;
- Manage collateral for the GEP program including the coordination of marketing materials, website, external advertising and donor communications;
- Prepare annual report and Donor Wall listings to ensure accuracy for GEP donors;
- Assist with cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of all donors within the GEP portfolio;
- Provide back-up support to the Coordinators, Major Gifts and Corporate & Community Partnerships;
- Additional office duties and projects as required.
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:
- A university degree or community college diploma in a related field;
- 1-3 years experience coordinating and implementing multi-faceted projects;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal);
- Exceptional organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects within tight timelines;
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel) and ability to learn and use new software programs;
- Demonstrated experience working within a CRM database system;
- Team player mindset; ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with other teams;
- High attention to detail;
- Problem solving skills; and
- Able to exercise discretion and tact with sensitive and confidential situations.
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: $48,623.00 – $ 57,202.00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $68,640.90. 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, Gift & Estate Planning.
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: May 27th, 2024
Available: Internal and External Candidates
Deadline: June 10th, 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].