Title: Senior Philanthropy Officer
Department: Philanthropy
Existing Vacancy: No
Number of Vacancies: 2
Reports to: Senior Director, Philanthropy
Location: 2075 Bayview Ave, North York, ON M4N 3M5
Who We Are
Sunnybrook Foundation inspires lasting support for Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, one of Canada’s largest and most dynamic health science centres impacting the lives of the more than 1.1 million patients it sees each year. Sunnybrook is ranked #3 in Canada and #30 worldwide in Newsweek Magazine’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026 list. This is the eighth consecutive year Sunnybrook has received this recognition.
Together with our donor community, Sunnybrook Foundation raises critical funds for Sunnybrook’s world class academic health sciences centre to achieve our shared vision to invent the future of health care. With ambitious goals ahead, the Foundation is committed to continuing to grow our results and impact as we help Sunnybrook to raise sights, uncover new possibilities, develop talent, and deliver exceptional care.
We are one team in pursuit of a common purpose – to inspire lasting support for Sunnybrook – and we are guided by our values: Build Connectedness, Act with Integrity, Meaningful Collaboration and Strive for Excellence.
Why Join Us
At Sunnybrook Foundation, purpose and passion drive us. We lead with our values and know that our diversity makes us stronger. Here, your work will help raise funds to shape the future of one of the world’s best hospitals, contributing to innovation and a profound impact on the communities we serve. You will collaborate, learn, and grow with a team united in our ambition.
Position Overview
Sunnybrook Foundation is seeking a proactive and competent major gift fundraising professional and relationship manager to serve as Senior Philanthropy Officer. The Senior Philanthropy Officer will manage and grow a diverse portfolio of 100-125 prospects, donors, and volunteers developing engagement strategies and solicitation plans in support of the Hospital’s strategic priorities.
With a passion for healthcare philanthropy, experience building credibility and trusting relationships, and an appreciation for the complexity of the hospital environment, the ideal candidate will develop mutually beneficial partnerships with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and other subject matter experts within specific areas of care and research, and be skilled at coaching and engaging them in all aspects of philanthropy.
Motivated by the opportunity to inspire lasting support, the Senior Philanthropy Officer will be an effective communicator that is skilled at articulating opportunities for philanthropic impact that compel donors to take action, securing significant donor support towards hospital priorities, and advancing Sunnybrook’s overall vision and ambition.
As an individual who leads with integrity, fosters a collaborative culture, and demonstrates a growth mindset, the Senior Philanthropy Officer will be a contributing member of the Philanthropy Team and subscribe to Sunnybrook Foundation’s ‘one team, one goal’ philosophy. They will be driven to achieve their personal and program team goals while being accountable to the entire Sunnybrook Foundation team.
Sunnybrook Foundation is focused on the strategic shifts required to unlock the potential of the organization by extending and deepening our values driven culture, maximizing our fundraising performance, transforming the donor experience, and boldly showcasing Sunnybrook’s local to global leadership. We are growing our team of fundraisers and making strategic investments in preparation for the launch of our bold public-facing comprehensive campaign.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Build and manage a portfolio of 100-125 assigned high-capacity major giving prospects, donors, and volunteers, including individuals, foundations, and corporations.
- Meet or exceed annual targets of $2M-$5M, working with the Philanthropy Director to achieve strategic objectives, performance metrics and financial targets.
- Develop and implement strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit a range of major gift donors.
- Activate and support fundraising volunteers in securing major gifts from their personal and professional networks.
- Prepare and maintain accuracy of all active donor files including related donor record administration, briefing notes, and contact reports.
- With support and direction from the Philanthropy Director, understand the care program content, vision, and strategic priorities and act as an internal resource on program and major gift activity for other Foundation staff and volunteers.
- As Foundation lead on related approved fundraising priorities, develop cases for support, manage fundraising strategies, and secure philanthropic support in order to realize fundraising goals that are aligned with the hospital’s strategic priorities.
- With the Philanthropy Director, develop mutually beneficial partnerships with hospital stakeholders including physicians, nurses, allied health professionals and other subject matter experts that will advance strategies for grateful patient referrals, prospective donor pipeline and fundraising priority development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional business partners and teams to assist with the development and execution of cultivation, stewardship and/or marketing initiatives to maximize donor engagement.
- Collaborate with Stewardship partners to create effective stewardship and recognition plans for major giving donors to ensure deep and expanded commitment to Sunnybrook.
- Collaborate with other revenue programs to transition and expand donor relationships with Sunnybrook Foundation (i.e. mid-level giving, planned giving, community events).
Qualifications and Competencies
- Proven track record of professional success in securing major philanthropic contributions, at the 6-figure level and above.
- More than 5 years of experience in major gift fundraising, developing and executing gift strategies including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- A passion for healthcare philanthropy with experience in an academic hospital foundation or similarly complex environment.
- Possess a high level of intellectual curiosity toward the work being done at the hospital.
- Proven ability in building strong relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of constituents including volunteers, donors, program physicians and staff, and internal team members.
- Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- High regard for accuracy and attention to detail with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and changing competing priorities.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence, and professionalism.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrates a strong understanding and commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and applies them in all aspects of work.
- A person of integrity; committed to upholding professional ethics and encouraging philanthropic best practices.
- Knowledge of Raiser's Edge an asset.
Total Rewards Package
This role has been evaluated with an annual salary range of $90,000 - 122,500. The hiring range for this position is $90,000 - 102,000. The salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s years of experience, qualifications and competencies that are relevant to this position. This position is also eligible for performance-based compensation.
In addition to salary, our competitive compensation package also includes, comprehensive health and dental benefits, HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan), hybrid work environment with a minimum of two (2) days in office, two (2) float days each fiscal year and additional Sunny Days (long weekend closures in advance of summer long weekends and Christmas Eve).
We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Sunnybrook Foundation does not use AI to screen job applications.
We know that everyone’s career journey looks a bit different and experience comes in many forms. If you’re unsure whether your experience matches all of the requirements but still think this would be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.
Sunnybrook Foundation values equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace and is committed to fostering a work environment where employees can bring their whole selves to work, are valued for their diversity, and feel a sense of belonging.
Sunnybrook Foundation is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know when you are contacted.
