Philanthropy Officer

Philanthropy Officer

Reports to: Director, Philanthropy

Department: Philanthropy

Location: Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation

Position Type: Full-Time with benefits, working from the Foundation office in downtown Collingwood with frequent meetings and events outside of office. Occasional work from home flexibility.

Position Summary

The Philanthropy Officer is an exciting new role driving major gifts in support of the Foundation’s top priorities, beginning with the transformational Tomorrow’s Hospital campaign. With outstanding relationship‑building skills, the Officer will cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts of $10,000+ while inspiring donors to invest in our community’s future. As a key member of a dynamic, mission‑driven team, this role collaborates with colleagues and volunteers to advance campaign initiatives, strengthen community partnerships, and deliver exceptional donor experiences. Reporting to the Director, Philanthropy, the Officer helps achieve ambitious revenue goals and elevate the Foundation’s impact. The projected start date is in March, 2026.

Who We Are

The Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation is undertaking an exciting $100+ million campaign to help build Tomorrow’s Hospital: a new, state-of-the-art facility designed to meet the growing healthcare needs of South Georgian Bay.

With community support at the heart of our mission, we inspire individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to realize this once in a lifetime vision.

This is the opportunity to join our growing team as we continue to make strides in our transformative capital campaign, in a beautiful location with talented and enthusiastic teammates. More information can be found at:

https://cgmhf.com/

https://cgmhf.com/tomorrowshospital/

Key Responsibilities

Major Gift Fundraising

• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, primarily at the $10,000+ level.
• Develop and implement individualized cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings, presentations, and donor engagement activities.
• Support an assigned portfolio of Campaign Ambassadors to advance donor engagement efforts.

Donor Stewardship & Administration

• Ensure timely and meaningful stewardship of major donors based on established activity matrix.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the donor database (Raiser’s Edge).

Community Engagement

• Represent the Foundation at community events, hospital tours, and donor functions.
• Build strong relationships with local businesses and service clubs, engaging them as donors.
• Lead grant writing for campaign opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Post-secondary education in fundraising, business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in major gift fundraising, sales or donor relations.
• Proven success in securing philanthropic gifts or new customers, and managing ongoing relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in donor/customer management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Bonus Points For

• Experience in non-profit, hospital or healthcare fundraising.
• Knowledge of planned giving.
• Familiarity with South Georgian Bay communities.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge database.
• CFRE designation or progress toward CFRE certification.
• Success soliciting and securing foundation or corporate grants.

Core Competencies

• Relationship Builder: Skilled at cultivating and maintaining strong donor connections.
• Results-Oriented: Focused on achieving ambitious fundraising targets.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop tailored solicitation strategies.
• Professionalism: Maintains discretion and integrity in all donor interactions.

What We Offer

• Hiring range is $75,000-80,000
• Three weeks annual vacation to start
• Summer hours
• Defined benefit HOOPP pension plan
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Professional development opportunities

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online by January 25, 2026
by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.

https://cgmh.startdate.ca/philanthropyofficer

Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that as part of the mandatory screening process CGMHF requires reference checks, verification of degrees or certifications (if applicable), plus a current Police Check.

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise People Services of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.