Coordinator, Events and Community Partnerships

Company Bio Southlake is building healthy communities through outstanding care, innovative partnerships, and amazing people. We deliver a wide range of healthcare services to the communities of northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. Our advanced regional programs include Cancer Care and Cardiac Care and serve a broader population across the northern GTA and into Simcoe-Muskoka. Our team of nearly 6,000 staff, physicians, volunteers, students and Patient and Family Advisors are committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen. As a recognition of our commitment to quality and patient safety, we have received the highest distinction of Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada. Job Summary At Southlake Foundation, we fundraise with one goal in mind — supporting our world-class hospital in delivering leading-edge care to the communities we serve. It is an exciting time for Southlake Regional Health Centre, as we look to become a two site system over the next decade, and create the comprehensive healthcare network our communities deserve. Our donors are our partners, helping us transform lives in York Region, South Simcoe and the northern GTA, one gift at a time. **Our Shared Purpose**: Build healthier communities. Shape the future of healthcare. Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation About the Events and Community Partnerships Team The Events and Community Partnerships Team leads the planning and execution of Special Events, supports Community Event partners including VIP Community Events ( revenue >$50K), and delivers the Foundation’s community fundraising activities. The overall revenue for this team exceeds $5 million during Gala years. Skills & Abilities - University Degree, Diploma or a combination of comparable relevant skills and experience; education in a fundraising or events management program is an asset. - 2 years relevant experience in fundraising or event management preferably in a non-profit environment. - Service orientation with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. - Resourceful, independent and comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment with a demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities. - Advanced organization and planning skills, with an acute attention to detail. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated judgment, diligence and professionalism. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. - Experience with donor databases (such as Raiser’s Edge/NXT) an asset. - Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. - Develop and be able to communicate a strong understanding of Southlake’s and the Foundation’s strategic priorities and exemplify Southlake’s shared values: - Serving with purpose - Always with compassion - Power of many - Every voice matters - Courage to think differently. **Qualifications**: If you have the qualifications, commitment, and passion to join us and raise the bar for healthcare philanthropy in our communities, we would like to hear from you. It is an exciting time to be at Southlake. Southlake Foundation offers a competitive compensation package, including a benefits package that with a defined-benefit pension program. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Closing Statement At Southlake, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve, including those with disabilities. Southlake is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. It is the responsibility of all Southlake employees to work in a safe manner and promote health and safety in the workplace. Primary Responsibilities The Coordinator, Events and Community Partnerships is the primary support for the planning, administration and execution of Special Events (Run for Southlake, Golf and Gala) and provides support to community event organizers. With a strong service orientation, as the support hub for all community fundraising and events, the position performs a wide variety of administrative services from complex to routine, ensuring the efficient and professional operation of community fundraising to meet Foundation revenue goals. The role is the support hub for all community fundraising activities.