Senior Coordinator, Signature Lotteries

At The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation (PMCF), our mission is to create a world free from the fear of cancer. Cancer remains the number one cause of death for Canadians and our top priority is to accelerate cancer research and care. 

Our role is to garner support for Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, one of the world's leading cancer research and treatment centres, through philanthropy, fundraising events, and our world-renowned lottery program. The work we accomplish drives groundbreaking research, relentless innovation, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients and their loved ones. 

Now, we have an opportunity to blaze an even brighter future for everyone affected by cancer.  

We will Carry The Fire for cancer patients everywhere, lighting the way forward through discovery, reigniting our commitment to transform cancer outcomes and ease the profound suffering cancer causes patients and their loved ones.   

At the PMCF, every one of us carries the fire for someone else. Join us as we inspire a movement and help us achieve our vision to change the way we understand, diagnose, and treat cancer.  

Union: Non-Union

Department: Lottery

Hours: 35 hours

Salary range: $60,000 - $69,000 (with additional benefits such as bonuses, pension, etc.)

Status: Permanent, Full Time

Vacancy: New

Posted Date: February 6, 2026

Closing Date: February 20, 2026

Please note: Our Technical Assessment opens February 20th via TestGorilla

We are seeking a Senior Coordinator, Signature Lotteries to play a critical hands-on role in the execution of our most high-profile lottery programs. We are looking for someone who can take ownership, problem-solve in real time, and move things forward with minimal oversight.

Signature Lotteries are among our most visible and impactful fundraising initiatives. This role plays a key part in ensuring our programs are executed with excellence — delivering seamless experiences for supporters while supporting significant revenue for our cause.

This role is ideal for an experienced coordinator (2–5+ years) with a background in events, marketing, or complex program delivery who is ready to operate with greater autonomy and accountability.

You will work closely with the Senior Director, Signature Lotteries, and will be relied upon as a trusted execution partner - particularly during periods where timelines are tight and decisions need to be made quickly.

Key Responsibilities

Lottery Events & Supporter Experience

• Lead the coordination and delivery of Signature Lottery events, including:
  • Deadline days
  • Launch event
  • Membership and Winner days
  • Live media remotes
• Ensure a polished, elevated supporter experience by overseeing:
  • Invitations and guest coordination
  • Catering and vendor management
  • Speakers, presenters, and on-site logistics
• Act as a point person on event days, managing issues as they arise and making real-time decisions to keep events running smoothly
• Some travel across Ontario to support in-person events and lottery activities

Media & Communications Support

• Develop clear, well-structured media briefs and spokesperson briefing packages to support lottery announcements and events
• Coordinate with internal communications and marketing partners to ensure alignment and readiness
• Prepare and work with internal teams to distribute media releases for media partners for launch, deadlines, milestones and winner announcements

Program, Licensing & Operations

• Support the development and upkeep of lottery program templates, timelines, and execution tools
• Prepare and submit AGCO licensing applications, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Coordinate prize procurement (excluding real estate), including vendor coordination, tracking, and documentation
• Provide day-to-day coordination across multiple lottery initiatives, anticipating needs and flagging risks early

Who You Are

• You are a take-charge executor -  when something needs to get done, you figure it out
• You are comfortable making decisions, especially when plans change or timelines compress
• You bring structure to complexity and stay calm under pressure
• You take pride in details, but you also understand the bigger picture
• You communicate clearly and confidently with internal teams, vendors, and partners
• You are energized by being on the ground — events, logistics, timelines, and problem-solving are where you do your best work

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in event coordination, marketing, fundraising, or program operations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities at once
• Strong written communication skills, particularly for briefing materials and operational documentation
• Experience working with external vendors and internal stakeholders
• A valid driver's licence and access to a car (Ontario travel required)

Working Conditions

• This role requires periodic work outside of standard business hours, particularly around lottery launches, deadline days, and events
• Some travel within Ontario is required, including occasional early mornings, late evenings, and weekends

We believe that the way we work together is just as important as what we accomplish. By making choices and taking actions that align with our values, we achieve greater success, and our work lives become happier and more meaningful.

At PMCF, we strive to foster a culture built on Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (CARE). Central to these values is our commitment to IDEAA: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism.

• Experience a sense of purpose that you won't get anywhere else, in any other job. You will be making a difference for millions of people impacted by cancer
• We have an open and approachable culture that enables you to bring your best ideas forward
• We offer a hybrid work environment with Tuesday, Thursday and one other day per week in office, or as required subject to business needs

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.