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<h2>🩺&nbsp;Lead the Brand That Will Change the Future of Local Health Care</h2>The Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation (WRHNF) is seeking an inspiring, strategic, and innovative Director of Marketing &amp; Campaigns to lead the brand and marketing engine powering one of the most transformative health care projects in Canada: the creation of our region’s new hospital at the University of Waterloo site.This is a unique and career-defining opportunity for a marketing leader who thrives at the intersection of brand building, digital strategy, public engagement, storytelling, and large-scale campaign execution.You will help shape the public face of a generational capital campaign, elevate our community brand, and lead a team of six exceptional marketing, communications, digital, and design professionals.Your work will help drive generosity, build belief, and inspire a community to rally behind a once-in-a-lifetime vision for modern health care.<h2>🌟 Key Responsibilities</h2><h2>Marketing Leadership &amp; Brand Strategy</h2><ul><li>Lead the evolution, refinement, and protection of WRHNF and campaign brand identity, ensuring consistent, high-impact messaging across all touchpoints.</li><li>Develop and oversee a comprehensive brand strategy for the new hospital campaign, similar to top-tier Canadian foundations (e.g., SickKids VS, UHN's Together campaigns). </li><li>Champion a culture of compelling storytelling that celebrates innovation, patient impact, donor generosity, and the future of health care in Waterloo Region.</li><li>Build and maintain a strong reputation for the Foundation through exceptional creative, clear messaging, and compelling public communications.</li></ul><h2>Campaign Marketing &amp; Public Engagement</h2><ul><li>Lead the marketing strategy for the Foundation’s major capital campaign — including campaign naming, brand launch, public narrative, digital ecosystem, donor communications, and momentum-building initiatives.</li><li>Oversee multi-channel campaign planning, including paid, earned, owned, and shared media, ensuring integration across digital, community, corporate, and hospital audiences. </li><li>Create a powerful engagement engine to activate community belief, including storytelling assets, impact videos, social media amplification, community partnerships, and volunteer toolkits. </li><li>Work closely with campaign leadership and prospect development to develop marketing materials for leadership volunteers, donors, community partners, and physicians.&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Team Leadership &amp; Department Oversight</h2><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a talented team of six across marketing, communications, design, events marketing, and digital. </li><li>Foster a collaborative, high-accountability, innovative culture where creativity thrives and results matter. </li><li>Oversee project management processes, workflow systems, and team structure to support growing organizational needs.&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Digital &amp; Content Strategy</h2><ul><li>Build and implement a best-in-class digital-first strategy including website, social media, email, automation, and analytics. </li><li>Drive adoption of tools and platforms that strengthen donor engagement and audience reach. </li><li>Ensure all content aligns with brand voice and campaign strategy, including storytelling, donor features, patient narratives, thought leadership, and campaign milestones.&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Organizational Collaboration &amp; Cross-Functional Partnership</h2><ul><li>Work closely with philanthropy, Campaign Cabinet, community leaders, WRHN communications, and hospital partners. </li><li>Collaborate on integrated marketing plans for major events, 50/50s, annual appeals, community campaigns, and donor stewardship. </li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to Foundation leadership, providing strategic counsel on brand, public messaging, and campaign positioning.</li></ul><h2>🙌 What We’re Looking For</h2><h3>Experience &amp; Expertise</h3><ul><li>7–10+ years in marketing, brand strategy, communications, or campaign leadership (preferably in philanthropy, hospitals, higher education, or purpose-driven organizations).</li><li>Proven experience leading large-scale fundraising or public-facing campaigns (capital campaign experience strongly preferred).</li><li>Demonstrated track record elevating and managing complex brands during periods of growth or transformation. </li><li>Experience leading and developing a high-performing team; confident coach, mentor, and strategic partner.</li><li>Expert communicator with strong storytelling instincts and a deep understanding of the donor journey. </li><li>Skilled in digital marketing, analytics, and multi-channel audience engagement. </li><li>Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable roadmaps. </li><li>Passion for health care, community impact, and mission-driven work.</li></ul><h3>Attributes</h3><ul><li>Visionary and creative — but highly organized and execution-driven. </li><li>Collaborative, humble, and energized by building something transformational.</li><li>Curious, innovative, strategic, and deeply committed to excellence.</li><li>Equally comfortable leading big-picture strategy and getting hands-on when needed.</li></ul><h2>💡 Bonus Points For</h2><ul><li>Experience at another major Canadian hospital foundation (SickKids, UHN, Sunnybrook, CHEO, BCCHF).</li><li>Experience with campaign naming and brand development processes.</li><li>Experience leading agency relationships (creative, digital, PR, video).</li><li>Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, project management tools, and digital automation platforms.</li></ul><h3>💙 What We Offer</h3><ul><li>Salary Range: The target hiring range for this role is $110,000 to $130,000, with ability to progress to a maximum of $150,000.</li><li>Vacation: 4 weeks vacation plus 4 summer wellness days and additional float days </li><li>Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, HOOPP defined-benefit pension, computer and mobile device provided. </li><li>Work Culture:&nbsp;We offer a hybrid and flexible work environment, with regular in-person team strategy sessions and a minimum of one day per week in the office to support collaboration and connection. </li><li>A mission-driven team where your voice matters and your professional growth is supported.</li></ul><h3>⚡ The Process</h3>We’re looking for someone who brings heart, hustle, and humility. If that sounds like you - apply in the way that best showcases your passion and strengths. Whether that’s a traditional resume and cover letter or something more creative (video, portfolio, or personal story), we’re excited to meet you.&nbsp;We are committed to barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and encourage applicants to inform us of any accommodations they may require.

Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation

St Mary's General Hospital Foundation

Director, Marketing & Campaigns

<h2>Advancement Researcher&nbsp;</h2>Reports To: Fundraising Operations Manager Position Type: Full-Time | Permanent<h2>🩺 Make a Meaningful Difference in Local Health Care</h2>Are you a curious, analytical thinker who loves turning information into insight — and insight into impact? The Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation (WRHNF) is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Advancement Researcher to drive prospect intelligence, pipeline growth, and data strategy in support of our transformational capital campaign and philanthropic priorities.This is a pivotal role that strengthens our ability to inspire generosity and secure the resources needed to shape the future of health care for our community. &nbsp;<h2>🌟 Key Responsibilities</h2><h2>Prospect Research &amp; Insights</h2><ul><li>Conduct in-depth biographical, financial, philanthropic, and relational research to identify, qualify, and prioritize prospects for major gifts, leadership gifts, corporate partnerships, and planned giving. </li><li>Analyze wealth indicators, giving capacity, and affinity to build accurate capacity ratings and engagement recommendations.</li><li>Prepare high-quality donor briefs, research profiles, briefing notes, and strategy memos for senior leadership, fundraisers, physicians, and campaign volunteers.</li><li>Monitor news, corporate activity, real estate, business holdings, and community involvement to identify timely cultivation opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Pipeline Development &amp; Campaign Strategy</h2><ul><li>Partner closely with fundraisers to build a robust donor pipeline for the new hospital campaign.</li><li>Support portfolio optimization through moves-management recommendations, proactive prospecting, and identifying prospects aligned with cancer, cardiac, mental health, kids’ care, and regional priorities.</li><li>Map networks and family connections of high-value prospects and donors to support peer-to-peer cultivation and volunteer engagement.</li><li>Conduct research to support campaign planning, including benchmarking, environmental scanning, and community philanthropic trends.&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Data, Analytics &amp; Reporting</h2><ul><li>Maintain accurate data within Raiser’s Edge, ensuring timely updates to ratings, strategies, prospect stage, and donor intelligence.</li><li>Produce dashboards and reports that inform leadership decisions, campaign readiness, and portfolio performance.</li><li>Track giving patterns, likelihood models, and capacity bands to guide fundraising strategies.</li><li>Implement best practices in data governance, privacy, and ethical research standards (APRA, AFP, Imagine Canada compliance).</li></ul><h2>Collaboration &amp; Culture</h2><ul><li>Work cross-functionally with fundraisers, events, communications, and senior leadership to ensure research supports organizational priorities.</li><li>Participate in campaign meetings and strategy sessions, offering evidence-based insights.</li><li>Contribute to a culture of philanthropy, curiosity, creativity, accountability, and continuous learning.</li></ul><h2>🙌 What We’re Looking For</h2>(Adapted with required research competencies)<ul><li>Post-secondary education in library science, information studies, business, nonprofit management, analytics, or related field.</li><li>Minimum&nbsp;3–5 years experience in prospect research, advancement services, campaign support, or fundraising analytics (hospital or higher-ed preferred).</li><li>Strong analytical thinker with demonstrated experience in wealth screens, research methodologies, synthesizing complex data, and connecting patterns and disparate relationships.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication — able to translate dense information into clear, actionable insights.</li><li>High attention to detail, discretion, and sound judgement with confidential information.</li><li>Comfortable with digital tools, CRMs—experience with Raiser’s Edge strongly preferred.</li><li>Adaptable, curious, resourceful, and self-directed.</li></ul><h2>💡 Bonus Points For</h2><ul><li>Experience supporting a major capital campaign.</li><li>Familiarity with iWave, DonorSearch, CharityCAN, Windfall, or comparable tools.</li><li>Knowledge of Ontario philanthropy, hospital fundraising, and major gift cycles.</li><li>APRA membership or CFRE-related learning.</li></ul><h3>💙 What We Offer</h3><ul><li>Salary Range: $62,000 – $72,500, commensurate with experience and success.</li><li>Vacation: 4 weeks vacation plus 4 summer wellness days and additional float days</li><li>Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, HOOPP defined-benefit pension, computer and mobile device provided.</li><li>Work Culture:&nbsp;We offer a hybrid and flexible work environment, with regular in-person team strategy sessions and a minimum of one day per week in the office to support collaboration and connection.</li><li>A mission-driven team where your voice matters and your professional growth is supported.</li></ul><h3>⚡ The Process</h3>We’re looking for someone who brings heart, hustle, and humility. If that sounds like you - apply in the way that best showcases your passion and strengths. Whether that’s a traditional resume and cover letter or something more creative (video, portfolio, or personal story), we’re excited to meet you.&nbsp;We are committed to barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and encourage applicants to inform us of any accommodations they may require.

Advancement Researcher

The Kidney Foundation of Canada is a national volunteer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease through funding and stimulating innovative research, providing education and support, promoting access to quality healthcare, and increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation. The Kidney Foundation partners with local Bingo &amp; Gaming Centers to raise funds for our programs. We are looking for individuals to volunteer and represent The Kidney Foundation of Canada, perform specific duties and share information about our organization with the guests at Bingo events. Why this is an excellent opportunity for you: Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those with kidney disease; personal growth and professional development; networking with volunteers, employees, and other professionals across Ontario. Volunteer Duties: • To provide excellent customer service and be a customer ambassador. Welcome customers at the main entrance, thank them for supporting your charity, and assist with doors. • Provide information on games, programs, and promotions, answer questions, etc. Circulate in the Cabinet Game area ‐ chat with customers when appropriate. • If requested by the operator ‐ assist with promotions –‐ e.g., handing out ballots, prizes. • Support approved charity awareness initiatives from your charity ‐ e.g., displays, brochures, giveaways, or gifts. • May also assist with the delivery of food and non‐alcoholic beverages, return food trays to the kitchen area, assist with clean‐up (used bingo paper, etc.), and assist with call-backs of bingo winners (you will be shown how if this is required). Requirements: Works collaboratively with Chapter staff. Commitment: As per the event. Dress Code: Golf shirt will be provided; Black (or dark) pants; Wear comfortable footwear (open-toe&nbsp;shoes, high heels and flip flops are not acceptable); NO Denim of any colour, tank tops, sweat or exercise/yoga pants, brightly colored or patterned clothing, shorts or skirts, or clothing with excessive wear and holes. Hats are not permitted.

The Kidney Foundation

BINGO Helper

At the&nbsp;University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support &amp; opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day.&nbsp;<a href="https://uwaterloo.ca/careers/hiring-process-waterloo-what-expect" target="_blank">Learn more about our recruitment process.</a>Job Requisition ID:2025-00437Time Type:Full timeEmployment Type:PermanentDepartment:Faculty of Environment - Dean of Environment OfficeJob Description:Primary PurposeReporting directly to the Dean of the Faculty of Environment, the Director of Advancement is responsible for development and oversight of fundraising, donor relations, and alumni relations activities within the Faculty of Environment (Environment). The Director works within the framework of the Office of Advancement, and the Office of the Vice-President Advancement, to ensure that Waterloo has a coordinated overall strategic advancement plan. The Director is also responsible for overseeing Faculty contributions to and compliance with Waterloo initiatives.Using professional expertise in fundraising, alumni relations, marketing and communications, proactive leadership skills and outstanding communications and interpersonal skills, the Director of Advancement is directly accountable for the annual fundraising plan, overseeing major gifts fundraising activity, managing a personal portfolio of major and principal gift prospects and donors, and for Environments’ overall donor, alumni relations and campaign strategy.Other responsibilities include oversight and leadership of a team that supports the fundraising function within the Faculty of Environment and the Office of Advancement, and developing and maintaining relationships with external and internal stakeholders including alumni, industry, foundation, faculty, staff, retirees, and students relative to Advancement’s objectives. The Director will manage a personal portfolio of major and principal gift prospects and donors. Political acumen is critical as the Director must be sensitive to the needs and interests of all academic units in the Faculty and elsewhere on campus and have the ability to successfully manage competing development objectives.Key AccountabilitiesOversees, creates and implements an effective, ongoing Advancement program for the Faculty of Environment, aligned with the strategic goals of the Faculty.Strategic Planning<ul><li>Establishes and implements coordinated short- and long-range goals and objectives including the development of strategic plans, annual Environment Advancement business plans, management and implementation of special projects, campaign planning and priorities.</li><li>Meets challenges in the development and execution of multi-Faculty donor strategies, requiring a high degree of coordination and consultation.</li><li>Establishes internal policies and operating procedures necessary to achieve objectives, while ensuring Faculty Development programs are in-line with overall university goals, policies and objectives.</li><li>Monitors and evaluates the development program effectiveness against priorities and performance targets; effects changes required for improvement.</li><li>Provides input to capital and other university-wide fundraising campaigns and project themes.</li><li>Oversees and directs the strategic development of cultivation and solicitation plans and gift proposals for specific projects and campaign priorities, including written proposals, oral presentations, and volunteer management.</li><li>Develops and implements fundraising strategies for Faculty funding priorities in consultation with Faculty leadership and the Office of Advancement, for example increasing the average gift, for renewing and upgrading donors and for building the major gifts pipeline.</li><li>Provides strategic advice and oversight for the Faculty’s Annual Fund and the Leadership giving activities in the Faculty.</li><li>Provides strategic advice and oversight for the Donor Relations program which includes development of customized stewardship plans for the Faculty’s top donors.</li><li>Directs Faculty’s prospect management and the volunteer recruitment and management process.</li><li>Initiates and directs research on prospects identified as having significant donor potential.</li><li>Accountable for oversight of the Environment Advancement operating budget which includes development, alumni relations, and donor relations.</li></ul>Team Leadership and Management<ul><li>Provides leadership, priority setting and management direction to a high-performing group of professional staff.</li><li>Directs proactive training, mentorship, and management of staff, empowering them to strive and achieve agreed-upon goals while ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and tools for success.</li><li>Assesses and develops a workplan that maximizes the team’s potential through assignment of responsibilities and formal training opportunities.</li><li>Directs priorities and sets individual and team objectives for program staff. Collates these priorities and goals into an annual plan and objectives for the Faculty, providing this annual plan to the Dean and Office of Advancement and regular reports on progress to goal</li></ul>Fundraising and Donor Relations<ul><li>The Director, Advancement has responsibility for identifying cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major donors at the highest possible level ($250,000 to $1M+).</li><li>Serves as a front-line fundraiser with individual metrics and manages, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates fundraising strategies for a significant pool of assigned major and principal gift prospects, consisting of individuals, alumni, corporations, foundations.</li><li>The Director plans, creates, organizes and executes the Faculty’s Major Gift Program; oversees the prospect review program that evaluates the giving potential of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects across Canada and internationally.</li><li>Works collaboratively with the Office of Advancement to transition donors along the pipeline through to leadership, major gift, and principal giving levels.</li><li>Builds/reinforces base and pipeline for major and principal gifts prospects and donors – collaboratively with the Office of Advancement in multi-track and principal gifts prospects (clearance, strategy, stewardship).</li><li>Initiates relationships with prospects to develop and cultivate commitment and work towards its translation into financial and volunteer support.</li><li>Works collaboratively with the Office of Advancement and other university units to match donors’ interest with university priorities.</li><li>Consults with and obtains support and endorsement of senior University officials in the definition of program plans, projects, and goals.</li><li>Provides strategic service support and assistance as required to members of the Faculty of Environment involved in program implementation.</li><li>Promotes the needs of the Faculty at fundraising and other special events through public speaking engagements and personal contact.</li><li>Collaborates to plan and host campus visits for major donors and potential major donors.</li><li>Establishes and monitors donor recognition and acknowledgement programs.</li><li>Develops Terms of Reference for endowment and trust donations.</li><li>Works with the Dean, academic unit heads, and other team members assigned to solicit, support, and manage volunteer involvement with Advancement activities.</li><li>Makes face-to-face calls both with and without key volunteers and University faculty and staff.</li><li>Prepares notes for prospect tracking and clearance system.</li></ul>Alumni Relations<ul><li>Provides strategic advice and oversight of the alumni plan and integrates alumni events and strategies into the overall Advancement plan.</li><li>Participates in strategy development and promotion of campus-wide alumni outreach.</li><li>Working closely with the Student Engagement Officer and the Student Success Office, maximizes opportunities for relationship building and student engagement.</li></ul>Relationship Management<ul><li>Develops the infrastructure and linkage to departments, schools, teaching units, and Research Institutes and Centres for fundraising strategies across the faculty.</li><li>Works with academic unit heads and their faculty members in advancing individual, corporate, and foundation donors in support of their funding priorities.</li><li>Advises Chairs/Directors of established Advancement plans and policies with an aim toward providing consultation for developing appropriate effective programs at the departmental level.</li><li>Plans and develops strategies and advises on pilot projects for Chairs/Directors and unit heads to test the effectiveness of new strategies and techniques, recommends new programs.</li><li>Working in a decentralized environment, the Director, Advancement will serve as a liaison with other Faculties and the Office of Advancement to share and coordinate prospect strategies where applicable.</li><li>Develops effective relationships with senior academic administrators, faculty and volunteers and representatives of the philanthropic community. Through cultivation and solicitation efforts, establishes and maintains relationships with appropriate senior officers, board members, and donations officers in corporate, foundation, association, and individual sectors.</li><li>Develops and maintains contact with influential prospects and volunteers to develop and cultivate financial commitments, prospects, and volunteers; will include senior members of the corporate sectors, faculty, alumni, community members, students, staff, retirees and faculty.</li><li>Maintains frequent contact with the Dean, Associate Deans, unit heads, Executive Officer, Vice-President, Advancement, Advancement Associate Vice-Presidents and advancement staff in the other Faculties, University Vice-Presidents, President, and other senior faculty members.</li><li>Communicates regularly with alumni, development, marketing and communications staff, student engagement staff and with individuals who have made or might make major gifts to the Faculty.</li><li>As appropriate, supports the Dean and Vice-President, Advancement and other members of the senior administration to ensure that strong and meaningful relationships are developed and maintained with all levels of government.</li></ul>Complexity, Judgement and Planning<ul><li>Ensures that all campaigns and development programs are kept on a deadline-driven timetable and that donor recognition and acknowledgement programs are in place to maintain, grow and evolve good relations with the Faculty’s supporters.</li><li>Tracks the progress of proposals and intermediate strategies for moves between submission and decision to ensure timely closure.</li><li>Tracks and reports on gifts to the Faculty and facilitates campaign/team strategic plan updates for Environment Advancement.</li><li>Provides advice to senior university staff and faculty within the Faculty on the feasibility of fundraising goals; utilizing the Faculty’s strategic plan to generate fundraising priorities.</li><li>Assumes responsibility for contact with alumni, volunteers and individual, corporate and foundation donors.</li><li>The Director may be assigned projects that cross multiple Faculties, and will ensure that proposals are developed to meet the interests of the prospect and represent all relevant Faculties across campus, while ensuring that the most appropriate volunteers and faculty/staff are well briefed and involved when appropriate in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of the donors.</li></ul>Required QualificationsEducation<ul><li>Undergraduate university degree required, Master’s degree preferred.</li><li>Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification preferred.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>10+ years of progressively responsible fundraising experience with a proven track record of success, including volunteer management, demonstrated major and principal gift solicitations and campaign experience with a proven track record of achievement and success with raising funds at a level in the top 5% for their sector, with a minimum of $1M annually for the team they have led, or $250K individually.</li><li>Experience producing strategic plans which consist of measurable objectives.</li><li>Experience monitoring and revising strategic plans.</li><li>Management experience demonstrating the ability to deal with diverse Human Resource related issues.</li><li>Experience with complex giving vehicles and planned giving.</li><li>Demonstrated experience using planning/project management tools to manage projects, timelines and communications.</li><li>Experience dealing with budget-setting.</li><li>Working knowledge of the university environment and in particular, the Faculty of Environment, is a definite asset.</li></ul>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities<ul><li>Adept at learning and using a CRM database in support of Advancement activities (ie. Raiser’s Edge).</li><li>Understanding and appreciation of the key role of a university education and in particular Environment, and the crucial importance of attracting and retaining the very best talent available (students, faculty, staff).</li><li>Willingness to travel and work extended hours as required (some weekends and evenings), and the ability to travel internationally.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently and effectively as part of a team with a broad mandate in a fast-paced, highly computerized, and challenging environment.</li><li>Demonstrated relationship building skills, excellent time management, and proven ability to meet competing deadlines in an organized manner.</li><li>Proven skills leading a team of high-performing, self-motivated professionals.</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of not-for-profit climate in North America and internationally.</li><li>Understanding of international alumni programs and fundraising.</li><li>Ability to build relationships with Faculty members, staff members, and students.</li><li>Understanding and appreciation of the key role of a university education.</li><li>History of relationship building with volunteers, prospects, and organizational staff.</li><li>Creative and effective communication skills (including electronic medium).</li><li>Proven ability to share information and to cooperate with numerous stakeholders.</li><li>Sound judgment, tact, diplomacy.</li><li>Ability to take initiative where minimal direction is provided.</li></ul>Equity StatementThe University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion.&nbsp; As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at <a href="mailto:hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca" target="_blank">hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca</a> or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.

University of Waterloo

Director of Advancement

Development &amp; Engagement LeadReports to: Manager of Development &amp; CommunicationsDirect Reports: None&nbsp;Compensation Range: $67,000-$75,000 Permanent Full-Time • 37.5 hours weekly with some evening and weekend work required inclusive.&nbsp;Location: Hybrid In-office (Kitchener) 2-3 days weekly minimum.&nbsp;Local travel with own vehicle required. ____________________________________________________________________________________WHO WE ARE.Nutrition for Learning offers universally accessible, non-stigmatizing student nutrition programs to schools across Waterloo Region. These programs positively impact the physical, cognitive, behavioural, social, and academic needs of children and youth in our community. We are a registered charitable organization first established in 1997, and support nearly 180 student programs in all four school boards.OUR VISION.A Waterloo Region where all students are nourished at school so they can learn, connect, participate and thrive.THE MISSION.In partnership with youth and educators, we continually strive to elevate the experience of universal food access at schools in ways that promote optimal wellbeing, healthy relationships, and food literacy.WE BELIEVE.<ul><li>When students are nourished, their capacity to imagine, explore, and connect elevates. Every student deserves a fair shot by being well nourished during their school day.</li><li>No young person should feel stigmatized for accessing food at school.&nbsp;</li><li>Food is community. We nurture the idea that food can connect people and places. When students eat nutritious food together, mental, physical, and community health improves.</li><li>The unique perspectives of students are needed on our mission to improve universal access to food at schools.</li></ul>THE COMPASS: OUR VALUES.Student-Centred. We create opportunities to prioritize the voices and best interests of those we serve. We ensure that students have a "seat at the table" in creating a healthier future for young people in Waterloo Region.Universal &amp; Inclusive. As a youth-serving organization committed to universally accessible programs, we ensure that diverse voices and views help shape our work.Learning is Thriving. We co-create environments that nurture personal and professional expansion. We celebrate wins and challenges together, and strive to better ourselves through both.Trust Leads to Growth. We foster trust by believing the best in others. We strive to be the kinds of people that others have faith by leading with kindness and authenticity in all interactions.Stewarding the future. With long-term impact as our goal, we honour our donors, partners, and stakeholders by being socially, financially, and environmentally responsible and accountable. ___________________________________________________________________________________JOB DESCRIPTION.This Role Has Impact.The Development &amp; Engagement Lead is a key player within our growing Fundraising department. Above all, you are values-centred. Building authentic, reciprocal relationships is your specialty and passion. Your are results-driven and motivated to help facilitate equitable opportunities for young people. As a key player on a small but impactful and visionary team, this role leads revenue generation, community engagement, and donor stewardship in multiple areas including monthly and annual giving, donor portfolios under $5000, and community third party events. You may also work collaboratively with leadership to support major giving, social enterprise projects, and more. This role offers opportunities to shine in your creativity and continue to develop in your fundraising career with an entrepreneurial team.As a player on a small team, you like collaborating with teammates, using your imagination, owning results, and exploring new strategies. You are outgoing, engaging, and influential. You like seeing projects through from start to finish. Above all, you’re always up for learning and developing.Job Purpose:Student nutrition initiatives are growing and shifting across Ontario in response to increased need. In Waterloo Region, we believe our ultimate vision for student nutrition in schools should be equitably accessible nourishing meals for all. Your role plays a key part in helping us make this vision a reality, by working with the Manager and CEO to build sustainable funding strategies through authentic and dynamic partnerships with individuals, grant funders, small businesses and corporations, and other key stakeholders. Authentic, reciprocal relationship building is at the core of this role.You will:<ul><li>Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Nutrition For Learning’s funding priorities and objectives.</li><li>Manage monthly and annual giving stewardship, school fundraising and donors under $5000.</li><li>Support third party fundraising events including school and community fundraising.&nbsp;</li><li>Implement stewardship and recognition strategies.&nbsp;</li><li>Facilitate networking and development of community alliances/partnerships.&nbsp;</li><li>Utilize the administrative systems to support and track the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of Nutrition for Learning donors.&nbsp;</li><li>Co-develop fundraising strategies with your team.&nbsp;</li><li>Be accountable with targets, clear timelines, and planned deliverables.&nbsp;</li><li>Support fundraising communications and story-telling.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead and coordinate event volunteers.&nbsp;</li><li>Qualify new donors through research, prospecting and proposal writing.&nbsp;</li><li>Track and monitor fundraising expenses and revenues.&nbsp;</li><li>Contribute to the department’s monthly results reporting to the CEO.&nbsp;</li><li>As part of a small team, ensure prudent fundraising administration practices such a donation processing, data management, donor thank yous, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Represent Nutrition for Learning in the community at events, service groups, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in individual and group professional learning and development.&nbsp;</li><li>Performs other duties and projects as assigned.</li></ul>Job Requirements:<ul><li>The ability to work in alignment with Nutrition for Learning’s values and beliefs.&nbsp;</li><li>A commitment to learning about the tremendous importance and positive impacts of universally accessible nutrition programs for all young people in Waterloo Region.&nbsp;</li><li>The ability to work independently and collaboratively.&nbsp;</li><li>A proven track record of flexibility and resiliency in a dynamic, ever-changing environment. Student nutrition is always shape-shifting.&nbsp;</li><li>Effective communications and conflict management skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional organization, project management and administrative skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.&nbsp;</li><li>An enthusiastic self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.</li><li>Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Adobe and standard office technology.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to accept and give feedback.&nbsp;</li><li>Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability and means to travel for meetings; a valid driver’s licence is required.&nbsp;</li><li>Waterloo Region Police Check is required for all employees in order to work from time-to-time within school settings.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Post-Secondary degree in a related field or equivalent experience.&nbsp;</li><li>3-5 years experience in charitable fundraising is mandatory.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in sales, marketing, and communications is an asset.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience organizing and working with volunteers in a non-profit setting.&nbsp;</li><li>Attention to detail and excellent project management and organization skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with client/donor management systems like Salesforce or Raisers Edge.</li><li>Experience facilitating partnerships.&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of cause marketing and sponsorship programs.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in digital fundraising programs and platforms an asset.&nbsp;</li><li>Creative and resourceful team-player with an ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.</li></ul>This role offers in-office (Kitchener) and work from home flexibility, and requires some local travel in your own vehicle. This position is salaried commensurate with experience, and offers benefits and mileage reimbursements, an inclusive and progressive working environment, and opportunities to grow and learn.Application Instructions:&nbsp;Nutrition for Learning hires based on merit and is committed to equity and diversity, as well as providing a welcoming and inclusive work experience.<ul><li>Please send your cover letter and resume in confidence, outlining your qualifications and what interests you in the role to <a href="mailto:ekapogines@nutritionforlearning.ca" target="_blank">ekapogines@nutritionforlearning.ca</a></li><li>Note that resumes without a covering letter will not be reviewed.</li><li>Only qualified respondents will be contacted. Individuals accepted for consideration will be subject to a Vulnerable Sector police check.</li></ul><a href="mailto:ekapogines@nutritionforlearning.ca" target="_blank">mailto:ekapogines@nutritionforlearning.ca</a>

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