Coordinator, Special Events

7 months ago


Toronto, Canada Diabetes Canada Full time

A world free of the effects of diabetes is our vision. That’s why we’re working together to improve the quality of life of people living with diabetes. We’re sharing knowledge and creating connections for individuals and the health-care professionals who care for them; advocating through public policy; and funding research to improve treatments and find a cure to end diabetes.

Join our dedicated, talented Diabetes Canada team and together, #LetsEndDiabetes

Role Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Signature and Special Events and working to support the Special Events Officer the Coordinator will be responsible with coordination, execution and delivery of the Special Event programs, supporting the team in achieving revenue and participation goals.

The Coordinator position also acts as a frontline contact for DC with all vendors, sponsors, volunteers and event participants. The Coordinator provides administrative support to the portfolio and works with other Coordinators across DC to ensure business practices are followed in the management and organization of fundraising events.

**Location**:
1300 - 522 University Ave. Toronto, Ontario. A flexible work agreement policy in place allowing employees to work on a hybrid schedule, working remotely, and with the expectation of attending in person events when needed.

**This role includes, but not limited to**:
Revenue Generation Support
- Support the team in meeting or exceeding annual fundraising goals by assisting the execution of various fundraising events and programs in alignment with regional and national plans.
- Work with team members to Identify and maximize event revenue generation opportunities e.g., ticket sales, silent auctions, raffles, table sales, teams, golf foursomes, etc.
- Work with team members on the solicitation and follow up with sponsors and other event participants.

Event Support
- Work with team members to identify, steward, and develop implementation plans to carry out at Special Events at the local level.
- Provide support for the marketing strategy and implementation for Special Events and partnerships.
- Identify possible sponsors for Signature Events and Peer to Peer Fundraising as well as move management opportunities.
- Responsible for event administration, database management and financial reconciliation in partnership with other Coordinators across the Fund Development team.
- Complete impact reports and event summaries for all events.
- Post-secondary education in a relevant program or equivalent experience
- 1 -2 years work experience in fundraising, sales, event coordination, marketing and/or not-for-profit
- Demonstrated experience working on special events and working with volunteers
- Strong communication skills
- Experience with digital technology
- Achievement-oriented; a goal-setter
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Flexible and responsive
- Collaborative relationship-builder
- Computer proficiency including experience with social media

Why Join Diabetes Canada
- A meaningful role, making a difference every day for people living with or at risk of diabetes.
- An entrepreneurial environment, working for a national organization where you feel valued, recognized, and rewarded.
- A high-performing, collaborative team environment and a commitment to building a healthy and engaged work culture.
- Flexible work agreement policy in place allows employees to work regularly remote and/or hybrid schedule.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package. Paid time-off benefits and a comprehensive group benefits plan, including health/dental, life insurance, disability, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and company-match Pension/RRSP.
- Additional paid holidays beyond the recognized provincial statutory holidays.
- End of year holiday office closure

About the Application Process

We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise us during the recruitment process.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



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