Position Title:DO, Philanthropy
Reports To:Director, Philanthropy
Status:Full Time
Rate: Hiring salary rage is $66,820 - $77,957
Work Location: Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office at 2085 Hurontario Street with occasional work at hospital sites – Mississauga, Credit Valley Hospital and Queensway Health Centre sites.
ABOUT US
At Trillium Health Partners Foundation (THPF), we envision a future where health care transcends expectations and every member of the community has access to the care they need, when they need it the most.
Our vision is bold: build a new kind of health care for a healthier community.
We are the driving force behind Trillium Health Partners. Our team is raising money for the hospital so that millions of patients in the West GTA and surrounding communities have access to the care they need. Trillium Health Partners is comprised of Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Health Centre and is one of the largest community-based, academically affiliated acute care facilities in Canada serving one of the fastest growing populations in the country. Trillium Health Partners is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and home to the Institute for Better Health, the hospital’s research, and innovation engine. It is also the regional specialist for over 14 programs such as cardiac, cancer, stroke, neurology, mental health and so much more. Our doctors and nurses partner with your local hospital to offer highly complex care.
Our 50+ member team is comprised of exceptional talent, with diverse backgrounds and expertise dedicated to raising the crucial funds needed to address the highest priority needs of our hospital.
We operate with respect, collaboration and a drive for excellence and have already made a massive impact! Our fundraising milestones include securing the largest donation ever made to a hospital in Canada by Peter Gilgan and the Peter Gilgan Foundation of $105 million to help build the future home of The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital. We also secured the largest corporate match by Orlando Corporation of $75 million to support development of the new hospital, mental health and research and innovation.
While we love setting records, we are hungry for more and need your help getting there.
Join us to help revolutionize the future of health care in the West GTA.
THE POSITION – OVERVIEW
With a high level of energy and enthusiasm to contribute to what we want to build, the Development Officer, will be self-motivated and driven to succeed. Passionately excited by our mission to inspire investment in a new kind of health care for a healthier community, the successful candidate will possess a deep commitment to build donor-centric relationships with professionalism.
The Development Officer will be responsible for overseeing corporate partnerships from a Foundation-wide lens (major gifts, signature event sponsorships and employee third-party fundraising). This includes identifying, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with corporate partners and business leaders, developing strategic partnership and sponsorship opportunities, and supporting corporate employee third-party fundraising from across the Foundation.
They will work directly with Managers and Directors, Philanthropy, to implement fundraising strategies across priority portfolios, engage corporate stakeholders, and advance major gift prospects.
The ideal candidate will bring experience in fundraising and/or corporate partnerships, strong relationship‑building skills, and comfort working in a fast‑paced hospital foundation environment.
As part of a high‑performing philanthropy team, the Development Officer will work collaboratively with colleagues and hospital partners to inspire investment in a healthier community. Supportive and respectful, the successful candidate will be a solutions‑oriented team player committed to shared goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising:
Manage a portfolio of major gift, sponsorship and employee third-party fundraising prospects including discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Actively seek out new corporate prospects interested in advancing the mission and success of THP.
Advance corporate partnership opportunities with an organization-wide approach, aligned with Foundation and hospital priorities.
Build customized proposals and partnership packages for corporate prospects.
Prepare briefing notes, call reports, individualized proposals, presentations, and other communications.
Maintain accurate donor and prospect records in Raiser’s Edge in accordance with Foundation policies.
Leadership:
Act as a champion and role model of the Foundation’s mission.
Reinforce a professional, customer‑service‑oriented culture that supports community engagement and staff excellence.
Serve as a practice leader in major gifts and corporate partnerships by monitoring best practices, trends, and innovations in the sector.
Work collaboratively across Foundation teams, fostering a supportive and integrated team environment.
Participate as a volunteer supporting Foundation events and activities as appropriate.
Lead by example to build excitement, accountability, and a collaborative approach among colleagues.
Stewardship:
Ensure major gift pledges, corporate contributions, sponsorship agreements, and related transactions are processed efficiently and accurately.
Maintain donor engagement through diligent stewardship for major donors, corporate partners and internal stakeholders.
Strategically involve members of the Foundation Executive Team, Chiefs, physicians, and the Board of Directors in major gift relationship development and stewardship activities.
QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES
Relevant fundraising or partnership development experience at the $5K-$100K level.
Experience in corporate philanthropy, corporate partnerships or sponsorship development strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to set and achieve ambitious fundraising or revenue‑driven goals.
Previous experience in healthcare philanthropy is considered an asset.
High level of maturity and aptitude for working in a fast-paced environment; demonstrates ability to work autonomously, competently handles multiple tasks, sets priorities and meets deadlines.
Acts as a strategic connector, identifying and cultivating opportunities to align corporate partners with the hospital’s mission through both existing and innovative fundraising channels.
Brings a proactive, “roll up your sleeves” approach, while valuing teamwork and building strong cross-functional relationships to achieve shared fundraising success.
Interest in health care and a commitment to advancing Trillium Health Partners’ priorities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with individuals across all levels, roles and sectors.
Personal presentation and approach, representing the Foundation with the highest integrity.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Donor/Client database experience preferred – Raiser’s Edge experience considered a strong asset
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office – PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
SharePoint and Teams
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum of 1–3 years of practical, related experience, preferably in fundraising, corporate partnerships, or a similar environment
Completion of a three-year post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Willingness to work flexible hours. Some after-hours work will be required.
In person meetings with current and prospective corporate partners as required.
Work will take place across the multiple sites of Trillium Health Partners and Trillium Health Partners Foundation.
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required or ability to access public transit and travel locally as needed.
Every application is reviewed by a human recruiter and all hiring decisions are made by people. All positions posted on the Trillium Health Partners Foundation Careers Site represent current vacancies, unless otherwise posted in the job description.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners Foundation will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
