Special Events Officer

5 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, the Special Events Officer plays an important role in the achievement of elevating Diabetes Canada events and partnerships by developing strategies for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of new corporate supporters, volunteers and volunteer committees, and supporting fundraising special events.

The Officer will also work closely with other members of the Community Fundraising and Events team and the National Corporate Partnerships team to build strong internal and external relationships and ensure high-quality, consistent stewardship of our event donors and corporate partners.

**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**:

- Identify, develop and cultivate corporate relationships to help sustain and grow the special events portfolio, including solicitation for employee engagement initiatives, events and related campaigns.
- Recruit volunteers and support special event organizing committees.
- Works in partnership with the Manager of Signature and Special Events and National Corporate Partnerships team to identify and maximize corporate sponsorships and engagement.
- Works in tandem with the Coordinator, Special Events to ensure all sponsorship deliverables are met.
- Develops compelling proposals and presentations for corporate prospects that align with the Diabetes Canada business plan and market trends.
- Manage a pipeline of qualified prospects and coordinate pipelines with other fundraising activities.
- Works cross functionally with the Officer, Peer to Peer and Third Party Events to identify sponsors for Peer to Peer programs.
- Conduct prospect research to identify new contacts, companies, and growth opportunities.
- Facilitate a moves management approach to corporate constituents tracking data within the organization’s CRM system.
- Other duties as assigned.
- University or College degree in Fundraising, Marketing, Communications, or equivalent experience
- 3 - 5 years of proven fundraising experience in a high relationship-based environment
- Experience recruiting and supporting volunteer committees
- Non-profit experience in a health charity an asset
- Confident, friendly, professional, and comfortable with cold calling
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office
- Experience with a fundraising related CRM an asset
- Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines with advanced organization skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced dynamic environment
- Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
- Position demands the ability to positively interact internally as a team member, as well as externally with donors, volunteers and event participants
- Some flexibility to travel and to attend evening and weekend events

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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