Senior Philanthropy Officer (Major Gifts)

Senior Philanthropy Officer, (Major Gifts)

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE IN NORTH SIMCOE

At the Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation, we work together to empower our hospital to deliver excellent healthcare. Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers, and community partners, we are making transformative investments in local healthcare and advancing one of our organization’s most ambitious fundraising initiatives through the We See You: Inside and Out Campaign.

As we continue to build momentum and strengthen relationships with our donors and community leaders, we are seeking a dynamic, experienced and highly collaborative fundraising professional to join our team as Senior Philanthropy Officer (Major Gifts).

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate relationship-builder and accomplished fundraiser who believes that meaningful philanthropy is built through trust, teamwork and a shared commitment to making an impact.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Philanthropy Officer serves as a senior member of the Foundation team and leads strategies focused on major gifts, planned giving, donor engagement, and stewardship.

In this role, you will manage an active portfolio of approximately 50 major gift donors and prospects with the capacity to make leadership gifts of $50,000 and above. Working in close partnership with Foundation colleagues, volunteers, physicians, hospital leaders, and community champions, you will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts that strengthen healthcare for residents across North Simcoe.

As a senior member of the Foundation team, you will contribute to a collaborative fundraising environment where colleagues work together to advance donor relationships, align strategies, and support shared organizational goals. The successful candidate will be a relationship-builder who combines initiative and accountability with a team-first approach, recognizing that exceptional donor experiences are created through partnership and shared effort.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Build Meaningful Donor Relationships

• Develop and manage strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors.
• Identify and engage new philanthropic partners capable of making significant investments in healthcare.
• Inspire donors through thoughtful conversations that connect their passions to meaningful impact.
• Work collaboratively with the Foundation team, volunteers, physicians, hospital leadership, and community leaders to advance donor relationships in a coordinated and thoughtful way.
• Ensure donor strategies are aligned with organizational goals, campaign priorities, and the Foundation’s commitment to excellent relationship-based fundraising.

Drive Major Gift Success

• Secure leadership-level gifts of $50,000 or more.
• Contribute to annual fundraising goals exceeding $3 million in major gift revenue.
• Lead donor engagement efforts related to leadership giving and recognition programs, while working closely with colleagues to ensure donors feel valued, informed, and connected.
• Support sponsorship and partnership opportunities that strengthen Foundation initiatives.

Advance Legacy Giving

• Identify and cultivate planned giving opportunities within the donor portfolio.
• Build relationships with donors interested in creating a lasting charitable legacy.
• Collaborate with professional advisors and philanthropic partners to support estate and legacy gift conversations.

Lead and Inspire

• Foster a collaborative, donor-centred culture focused on relationship building, service excellence, and shared accountability
• Contribute to Foundation planning, strategy development, and organizational growth.
• Bring a team-first mindset to daily work, supporting colleagues, sharing information, and helping create a positive and high-performing Foundation environment.
• Help ensure donor decisions, communications, and strategies reflect the best interests of the donor, the Foundation, and the hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, with demonstrated success securing major gifts.
• Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts at the $50,000+ level.
• Experience building trusted relationships with donors, volunteers, executives, physicians, and community leaders.
• Strong understanding of moves management, major gift fundraising, and donor stewardship best practices.
• Experience working with donor databases and CRM systems, preferably Raiser's Edge.
• Knowledge of charitable giving regulations and fundraising ethics.
• A demonstrated commitment to ethical, donor-centred fundraising and to working in a way that strengthens the whole organization.

Leadership Competencies

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong emotional intelligence and professional judgement.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and proposal-writing abilities.
• Strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Passion for healthcare and community impact.
• A high degree of professionalism, discretion, humility, and integrity.

Preferred Assets

• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation.
• Membership in AFP, AHP, and/or CAGP.
• Healthcare philanthropy experience.
• Experience working with private foundations, family foundations, and donor-advised funds.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

WHY JOIN US?

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in one of Ontario's most vibrant and engaged communities.

At the GBGH Foundation, you'll work alongside dedicated colleagues, volunteers, visionary donors, and passionate healthcare leaders who are committed to making a lasting difference. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, lead significant philanthropic conversations, and contribute directly to projects that improve care for thousands of people across our region.

Hours of work are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility to attend donor meetings, community events, and occasional evening or weekend functions.

BENEFITS & PERKS

When you choose to be a part of the GBGH Foundation, you're choosing a workplace that prioritizes your growth and well-being. We invest in your professional development, fostering an environment that values continuous learning and growth, ensuring your career thrives.

• Salary range of $75,000 to $100,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus a generous vacation entitlement.
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans
• Health and Dental benefits, including life insurance, STD, LTD
• Career Development and Education Sessions
• Access to Employee & Family Assistance Program

HOW TO APPLY

If you're ready to embark on a remarkable career journey with the GBGH Foundation, apply now. Please submit your application through GBGH Career Opportunities page to this opportunity.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience, and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.

GBGH is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’).  If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources Department. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply including visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2s+ persons, and anyone else who will contribute to a diverse workplace.

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