Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships & Donations - LOFT Community Services

CharityVillage; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Development Officer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful corporate partnerships and funding streams, supporting vital services for vulnerable populations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing their fundraising expertise to cultivate relationships and drive revenue generation. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization fosters a collaborative atmosphere where innovative ideas flourish. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making a difference in the community!

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Defined Benefits Pension Plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

E-learning program

Starting vacation time above minimum standard

Paid personal and sick days

Professional development budget

Corporate Gym membership rate

Access to corporate discount program

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in fundraising or corporate partnerships.
• Strong commitment to serving people with complex health challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify new corporate donors and partners.
• Craft compelling donation and partnership proposals.
• Collaborate on corporate events and employee engagement programs.

Skills

Fundraising

Corporate Partnerships

Business Development

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Event Planning

Problem Solving

Cultural Competency

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary education in development, marketing, or communications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

CRM Databases (Raiser’s Edge)

Job description

DATE:April 30, 2025
LOCATION:Toronto, ON – Development & Communications
COMPENSATION:$64,933 - $76,560 Annually Prorated

LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 19,878 annually and providing 1,882 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NEOC) recipient.

To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring a Full-time Permanent Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships & Donations.

Job Summary
This is a unique opportunity to help build a new and exciting funding stream for LOFT Community Services. The Development Officer, Corporate & Donations Partnerships will work closely with a dynamic team, contribute to impactful partnerships, and contribute to a creative and forward-thinking environment. If you're a fundraising professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is passionate about building corporate relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Strategic Partnerships & Grants, the Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships & Donations at LOFT Community Services focus on corporate revenue generation, supporting the development and execution of business development, donor cultivation, and stewardship strategies, creating proposals for corporate donors and partners, and conducting research, identifying and prospecting potential corporate partners.
The ideal candidate will be a creative problem-solver who is passionate about building new funding streams and strengthening corporate partnerships through events and employee engagement opportunities.

LOFT's Development team is responsible for securing the financial resources and capital to support the organization’s Vision and Mission. Through fundraising campaigns, grant writing, donor relations, major gift cultivation, marketing communications, and event planning, the team builds and nurtures relationships with donors, foundations, and businesses to generate funds that enable the organization to operate and provide initiatives that support the needs of our most vulnerable citizens. The department works closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Fundraising Committee to communicate the organization's goals and impact and encourage growth and success.

What You Will Do

• Research & Prospect Development:
  • Conduct research to identify new corporate donors and partners that align with LOFT’s mission, values, and funding priorities.
  • Develop and maintain a robust database of corporate prospects, tracking key information to support targeted outreach efforts.

• Business Development and Revenue Generation:
  • Work closely with the Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Grants to craft compelling donation and partnership proposals tailored to corporate prospects.
  • Manage a pipeline of corporate partnership prospects, supporting the cultivation of relationships from initial contact to securing partnerships.
  • Assist in developing customized partnership opportunities that align with the needs and interests of corporate partners.
  • Manage a portfolio of existing and new corporate donors to renew support and generate new revenue. Focusing on donation and partnerships generating a minimum of $10,000 each.

• Donor Stewardship:
  • Support developing and implementing stewardship strategies to ensure long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with corporate partners.
  • Track and manage deliverables for corporate donors and partners, ensuring commitments are met, and relationships are nurtured.
  • Work with internal teams to ensure proper recognition and fulfillment of donation and partnership benefits and recognition.

• Event Planning & Employee Engagement:
  • Collaborate with internal teams to design and execute corporate events, including donor recognition events, community engagement activities, and networking opportunities.
  • Develop and manage employee engagement programs that enhance corporate partner involvement, such as volunteer opportunities, matching gift programs, and team-building initiatives.
  • Provide support for recruitment and training of volunteers.

• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Collaborate with the communications team to develop engaging content that promotes the value of corporate partnerships to potential and existing partners.
  • Support the Grants and Strategic Partnerships Lead in reporting to stakeholders on partnership outcomes, financial impact, and engagement metrics.

What You Bring
Must Haves

• Post-secondary education in development, marketing, communications, or equivalent professional and lived experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, or business development
• Commitment to LOFT’s mission of serving people with complex health challenges, addictions, and poverty.
• Highly motivated, passionate about nonprofit fundraising and committed to supporting mission-driven work.
• Understanding of cultural competency and anti-oppression framework
• Proven experience with anti-racist and DEI practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a focus on achieving results.
• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility in work.
• Natural curiosity and drive to investigate and resolve issues.
• Flexible and adaptable in an evolving organization.
• Strong commitment to skills development and learning.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy.
• Be a team player who is proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing partnerships program.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach, verbal and written, and the ability to write for different audiences.
• Creative and strategic thinking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities from diverse sources enhanced by problem-solving capabilities to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Strong research and prospecting skills, with the ability to synthesize information and prioritize opportunities.
• Experience using relevant technology such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and CRM Databases (such as Raiser’s Edge)

Nice-to-Haves

• Working towards a Certificate in Fundraising or other relevant training from a recognized institution.
• Event planning experience, particularly in corporate engagement or donor cultivation

Work Environment:

• This role operates within a hybrid model.
• The position involves walking and sitting for extended periods, using office equipment and computers, and occasionally lifting and moving up to 25 pounds. The ability to work at a desk, conference table, or in various meeting configurations is also required.

What We Offer

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Defined Benefits Pensions Plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• E-learning program available all year round
• Starting vacation time above minimum standard,
• Additional paid personal and paid sick days
• Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
• Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
• Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program
• Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Maternity-leave top up program

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.

Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.

CLOSING DATE:May 14, 2025