Director, Corporate Partnerships – Western Region

Who we are

At Heart & Stroke our mission is to promote health, save lives and enhance recovery. We are committed to a culture that exemplifies our core values: champion health, practice humility, embrace change, drive impact, learn and grow and be heartfelt as we work together to beat heart disease and stroke.

We believe in equity, diversity and inclusion ― it's embedded in our values and core mission work to support all people in Canada to lead healthier lives. We are committed to applying this principle to cultivate a welcoming environment that embraces diversity among our employees. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, women, and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about our mission, values, commitment to EDI, and the difference Heart & Stroke makes in the lives of people in Canada at every age, please visit our website

The opportunity

(Please note this is a 12-18 months contract and hybrid working role. Candidates must be based out of Vancouver/Western Canada.)

The Director, Corporate Partnerships – Western Region will provide strategic leadership and management of the corporate fundraising plan for Heart & Stroke across SK, MB, AB, BC, Yukon, NWT. They will collaborate with a team of skilled professionals across Canada to achieve the highest priority needs of the Foundation while leading the business strategy to grow the organization's corporate partnerships portfolio. A highly respected and proven fundraiser or sales professional, the Director will contribute to and provide input to H&S corporate sales strategy and lead its implementation in the West to secure new corporate partnerships for key organization priorities. The Director will also contribute to the development of a national prospect strategy working in collaboration with peers across the country. They will effectively and successfully deliver on or exceed annual and longer-term corporate revenue goals for the Western Region.

How you will make an impact every day

Strategic Planning

• Implement the annual plan for corporate partnership goals and objectives for Western Region. This plan will include both a focus on national partners and West specific opportunities.
• Collaborate on the development of a national corporate prospect strategy to secure partners for key organization priorities, working in collaboration with peers from across the country in identifying prospects and planning the approach.
• Collaborate with peers across the country in the planning process to develop a coordinated approach when working with National partners .
• Manage annual budget for corporate fundraising in the West, reviewing financial results and projections on a regular basis using reports, tools, and process.
• Provide leadership and fundraising expertise, mentoring direct reports, peers and senior level volunteers.

Business Development

• In alignment with the Development team's strategic plan, deliver on annual targets and achieve revenue goals that are currently more than $1M with high growth potential.
• Lead the execution of the regional strategy to secure new high value corporate partners that support key organization priorities.
• Deepen relationships with current corporate partners to secure all lines of potential revenue.
• Manage a portfolio of 75 corporate relationships and develop and generate 40 new qualified prospects annually
• Collaborate with all fund development teams to coordinate approaches to corporate prospects, enhance the existing pipeline and grow existing corporate relationships
• Collaborate closely with Central Development Services, Community Engagement, Marketing and Mission teams to identify high quality, highly customized opportunities for partners.
• Cultivate relationships across all levels of partner organizations and Heart & Stroke, working in partnership with Heart & Stroke executive team, and four Provincial Advisory Boards.
• Liaise with Central Development Services team to ensure smooth account transitions with tailored and meaningful plans for all corporate partners.

Volunteer Management

• Engage with senior level volunteers to create enthusiasm for exercising their influence in their own constituencies and opening their networks.
• Provide regular briefings, coaching and advice to four Provincial Advisory Boards, as required, on the progress of the Corporate Partnership team goals.

Who we need

Education

• Post-secondary degree in a related field and/or combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in fundraising in a large, multi-level and/or complex health related organization.
• Has a track record of working closely with a President, Vice-President and/or senior level executive leaders and volunteers.
• Demonstrated corporate fundraising sales and/or campaign experience and driving the acquisition of contributions at the $100,000+ range.
• Experience in successfully recruiting training and mentoring fundraising professionals.
• Experience participating in an integrated central fundraising program and prospect clearance process.
• Marketing & Communications, Agency, or Public Relations background an asset.

Skills

• Exceptional networking ability, demonstrated tact, diplomacy and creative problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with corporate partners.
• Ability to work at the detailed level with a high degree of accuracy and quality.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills – volunteer briefings, proposal and partner outreach
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work within a CRM database.
• Appreciation and understanding of AFP Code of Ethics, Policies and Procedures.

What we offer

Salary range: $120k-$135K

In addition to a competitive salary, Heart & Stroke believes that time off is integral to the personal health and wellness of our employees. We offer paid wellness days and personal days. In addition, we provide health, medical, dental and vision benefits. Furthermore, our staff enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements and support with reimbursement for mobile phones and home office set up.

Apply now

If you want to join the fight to beat heart disease and stroke while building an engaged and giving community, apply by November 28, 2025. Applicants must be currently residing in Canada and legally entitled to work in Canada.

To learn more about our mission, our values and the difference Heart & Stroke makes in the lives of people in Canada at every age, please visit our website.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. If you have been contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise and we will work with you. At this time, interviews are currently being conducted via phone or video call, so we look forward to 'virtually' meeting you

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