Manager, Events & Community Engagement

CGI Njoyn; Ontario; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare foundation is seeking a Manager for Events & Community Engagement. This role involves strategic planning and execution of events, relationship management, and fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in event management and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Responsibilities include overseeing event logistics, collaborating with internal teams, and optimizing event contributions to strategic goals. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills and a background in fundraising.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Healthcare Ontario Pension Plan enrollment

Qualifications

• 6-8 years in an event role with demonstrated success managing people in a fundraising environment.
• Experience working with senior leaders and volunteer committees.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end strategic planning and execution of all Events.
• Drive revenue generation through enhancements and development of new activations.

Skills

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Initiative

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant field

Tools

Teams

Zoom

Webex Meetings

NXT

CVENT

Funraisin

Job description

For more than 140 years, Women’s College Hospital has been developing revolutionary advances in healthcare. At Women’s we advocate for healthcare equity because we know that a healthy society requires a level playing field where everyone has access to timely, high quality, efficient and compassionate care. Today, Women’s is a world leader in revolutionizing healthcare for women and advancing health system solutions for all.

Women’s College Hospital Foundation

Through the generosity of the community, the Foundation fuels the Hospital’s excellence in research and healthcare. Women’s is at the leading edge of fundamental changes in the healthcare system and the Foundation plays a critical role in advancing this agenda by supporting the Hospital and its extended mandate through fundraising. Donors have been, and continue to be, paramount to the success of progressive healthcare.

The Opportunity

The position of Manager, Events & Community Engagement is responsible for executing the strategic and operational plans for the portfolio on a year-to-year basis. The incumbent must have both relationship management and fundraising event experience, be a strategic thinker and a collaborative leader, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with flexibility.

Commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access is a necessity for this role, as this is a guiding principle at WCHF. Women’s College Hospital Foundation values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, racialized people, LGBTQ2+ individuals, people with disabilities, and foreign-born residents to apply.

The Role :

Reporting to the Director, Events & Community Engagement, the Manager, Events & Community Engagement is primarily responsible for leading the operational delivery of the Events portfolio, while contributing to the strategic direction and growth opportunities of the portfolio. The Manager also provides input on improving internal processes, shares best practices and acts as a subject matter expert in the fundraising event field.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the end-to-end strategic planning and execution of all Events within their portfolio (virtual and in person), including Fundraising, Stewardship & Cultivation and Community Third-Party Events.
• Act as the internal point person for the Shoppers Drug Mart Run for Women, working collaboratively with event organizers and title sponsor to support the partnership, prospect and grow new teams and assist with operations as needed.
• Act as point person for the Foundation’s young leader committee, NeWCHapter; providing them with direction and support to achieve their fundraising goals as required.
• Support the Director, Events & Community Engagement with the planning and execution of the Foundation’s Signature Events.
• Monitor event goals and budget : gather and track ROI, engagement analytics, and feedback to consistently assess and implement opportunities for improvement.
• Drive revenue generation through the enhancement of existing, and development of new activations and assets within events.
• Partner with internal cross-functional teams to create event agendas, sponsorship support, and content that meets established targets.
• Working collaboratively with Marketing & Communications Team, act as the content expert for the Events page on the Foundation website ( https : / / womenscollegehospitalfoundation.com / events / ) ensuring information is up to date and new events and supporters are being highlighted on a timely basis.
• Monitor the Events Inbox and delegate questions and tasks accordingly.
• Provide coaching, education, and development to team members as to event best practices when applicable.

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Proactively provide recommendations to optimize the portfolio’s contribution to the Foundation’s strategic goals.
• Source and manage relationships with external partners and vendors for multiple event needs, including negotiation and contract review.
• Act as primary liaison for select event committees.
• Identify and cultivate prospects for community outreach, event participants and attendees.
• Ensure all internal events are implemented in accordance with Hospital policy and procedures in collaboration with the hospital Strategic Communications team.

Specific to the delivery of Foundation events :

• May be responsible for setup and strike of furniture and equipment for meeting and events, which may require lifting of heavy objects at times.
• Some evening and weekend work is required.
• Access to a vehicle is preferable.

Qualifications :

• 6-8 years in an event role with demonstrated success managing people in a fundraising environment.
• Experience working with senior leaders and volunteer committees.
• Proven creativity & superior organizational skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of budgeting and accounting principles.
• Demonstrated initiative and collaboration skills with an emphasis on leading cross-functionally.
• Solid working knowledge of Teams, Zoom, Webex Meetings and other industry technology, including virtual event delivery methods and web-based tools such as NXT, CVENT and Funraisin.
• Ability to work well under pressure and efficiently on multiple initiatives at various stages of development simultaneously.
• Experience working under tight deadlines and with competing priorities.
• Post-secondary education in a relevant field, PMP designation would be considered an asset.

Salary Range : $82,500 - $87,500. Eligibility for merit pay and comprehensive benefits including Healthcare Ontario Pension Plan enrollment.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit resume and cover letter by Feb 19, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; we will contact only those applicants selected for further considerations.

Please note that submissions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and therefore early submission is encouraged.

Women's College Hospital Foundation is committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Foundation and Hospital community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants are asked to make their requirements known in advance.