Development Officer (CMN – CCHF)

Job Summary

  • Employer : CHEO Foundation, Ottawa, Ontario
  • Type of position: full-time, permanent
  • Salary range: $60,000 to $68,000
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled

About the CHEO Foundation

CHEO Foundation is the philanthropic arm of CHEO, CHEO Research Institute and Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice. For 50 years, the CHEO Foundation has been the link between these respected institutions and the generous community that financially sustains them. CHEO Foundation staff are inspired by donors, and the community, who support pediatric healthcare, cutting-edge research and essential services to ensure children and youth can live their best lives. We are proud to put the interests of kids at the forefront of our decisions and we are intentional in everything we do. We improve by learning from experiences and by being accountable for our outcomes. We take care of ourselves and each other, embrace equity, diversity, inclusivity and indigeneity, and celebrate success as a team.

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What We Offer

• Extended Healthcare Benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension (HOOPP)
• Making a Difference in the Lives of Children/Youth
• Competitive Wages
• Flexible Schedules
• Onsite Fitness Centre
• Learning Opportunities
• Inclusive Culture
• Wellness Programs

CHEO's Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The CHEO Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to practices that support Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigeneity.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Development, the Development Officer, CMN/CCHF is responsible for advancing the mission of the CHEO Foundation by fostering strong relationships with donors and partners associated to Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) and Canada’s Children’s Hospital Foundations (CCHF). The Development Officer works with multiple partners to develop and advance their campaigns and relationships all to maximize the revenue potential for CMN, CCHF and the Foundation.

About You

You’re a relationship builder, motivated by purpose and energized by partnerships that create real impact. You bring creativity, strategy, and care to every campaign, and you know how to turn a corporate partner into a long-term champion.

You thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and can manage multiple priorities without losing sight of the details that matter. You take initiative, work independently, and manage your time effectively to deliver on day-to-day tasks and long-term goals. You’re proactive and dependable, with the ability to motivate others and provide leadership to volunteers, partners, and colleagues alike. You’re always looking for new ways to engage partners and grow support for a cause you believe in.

You’re proud to contribute to something bigger than yourself and inspired by the generosity of a community that rallies behind children and youth. You want to be part of a team that takes care of each other, lives its values, and celebrates impact together.

Primary Responsibilities

Relationship Management & Fundraising:

  • Work with CMN/CCHF partners throughout the donor cycle – building relationships and sharing ideas and best practices to develop campaigns resulting in revenue growth
  • Develop proposals and work plans for enhancing the relationship with CMN/CCHF sponsors and programs

Campaign Development & Strategy:

  • Collaborate with National CMN/CCHF staff, and provide input to Manager for decision-making
  • Ensure alignment and identify collaboration opportunities of CMN/CCHF activities with priorities for the Foundation

Reporting and Donor Stewardship:

  • Customize annual reports and presentations for each account
  • Provide mid-year and end-of-year overviews for each account
  • Identify issues relating to market dynamics and escalate, as necessary
  • Ensure appropriate donor recognition in accordance with Foundation guidelines

Security Operations & Compliance:

  • Work closely with other Foundation departments, particularly communications, in order to elevate the viability of the program
  • Work with corporate volunteer committees and event volunteers

Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years related experience in fundraising, sponsorship, account management or corporate partnerships (an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered)
  • Proven experience implementing successful fundraising programs
  • Strong planning and organization skills with ability to translate plans into action
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to make strong and compelling presentations
  • Admirable interpersonal skills – open, approachable, tactful and politically sensitive
  • Experience with donor and event management
  • Willing to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends, and travel, as required
  • A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is required
  • Experience with Raisers Edge and Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word is an asset
  • Bilingualism (English/French) would be an asset

Application Process

While there is no set closing date, we recommend applying at your earliest convenience to be considered in the early stages of the selection process. Our focus is on finding the best candidate, and we will keep the position open until we identify the ideal match.

Please send your resume with a cover letter to apply@cheofoundation.com with the position title in the subject line. Although we appreciate the interest of all candidates, only candidates invited for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please.

The CHEO Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Should you require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.