Stewardship Specialist

Baycrest Foundation has an opportunity for a   STEWARDSHIP SPECIALIST     Position Type: Permanent Full-time Shift Type: Day (some weekends) Bi-Weekly Hours: 70 Hours Posting Number: 9189 Union: Non-Union Date Posted: August 21, 2025       Job Summary:The Baycrest Foundation provides crucial funding to the Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care. The Foundation solicits funds from donors either through direct solicitation or through events. The Stewardship Specialist, as a member of the Major Gifts/Principal Giving team, contributes to the successful operation of a comprehensive stewardship program, ensuring that the Foundation exceeds donor expectations in the ways that we acknowledge, recognize, engage and are accountable to our donors.   Responsibilities include but are not limited to: •    Multi-Channel Reporting & Innovation: Develop and deliver stewardship and impact reporting through interactive PDFs, video storytelling, infographics, and digital dashboards. Experiment with new tools and formats to enhance transparency and donor engagement.•    Enhanced Writing & Content Development: Draft, edit, and refine donor communications including impact reports, case summaries, stewardship stories, and personalized correspondence. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure all materials highlight philanthropic impact and align with organizational priorities.•    Digital & Experiential Stewardship: Lead digital, written, and experiential recognition initiatives to create personalized, scalable donor touchpoints, moving beyond traditional physical recognition.•    Expanded Storytelling: Capture and share donor and program stories across digital platforms, social media, newsletters, and microsites to showcase real-world outcomes of giving.•    Data, Metrics & Analytics: Track and analyze engagement with stewardship materials (e.g., open rates, video views). Prepare leadership dashboards, stewardship metrics, and donor impact summaries to inform strategy and Board reporting.•    Strategic Stewardship Planning: Maintain and monitor a stewardship calendar to enhance the cadence and quality of donor reporting. Develop templates, style guides, and content libraries to ensure consistency and efficiency.•    Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Identify, pilot, and implement new stewardship tools and approaches (e.g., interactive reports, video thank-you campaigns) to create a modern, impactful donor experience.     Qualifications include but are not limited to: University degree or recognized or equivalent in a related field of study Minimum three (3) years direct donor experience in the not-for-profit sector. Excellent writing skills, particularly for fundraising Excellent project management skills Knowledge of principles and techniques relevant to major gift fundraising. Experience working with volunteers is an asset Experience with InDesign and/or Photoshop an asset Member of ADRP and/or AFP an asset Proficient computer skills and the ability to work with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point Exceptional attention to detail, both in terms of data accuracy and creative aesthetics Ability to work independently and accurately as well as solve problems effectively Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to handle competing priorities effectively in a busy and fluid work environment. Additional Benefits: Competitive salary and vacation Opportunity to enroll in the Dental and Extended Healthcare Benefit Plan Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program   INTERNAL APPLICANTS:  Current Baycrest employees must apply online through the Baycrest intranet. Applications submitted through the external careers website will only be considered after the internal application process. If you are a current employee and are unable to access the intranet, please contact Human Resources for assistance. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.   Remarkable people of Baycrest Health Sciencesare changing the future of brain health and aging. Thank you for your interest in joining Baycrest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Baycrest 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 notify Human Resources at recruitment@baycrest.org or 416-785-2500, ext. 2961.All successful candidates will be required to complete a police reference check/vulnerable sector screen. Required SkillsRequired Experience