Senior Development Officer, Communications

Milton District Hospital Foundation; Milton; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton District Hospital Foundation is seeking a Senior Development Officer, Communications & Stewardship to lead their communications strategy and donor engagement efforts. This role is crucial for amplifying their mission and growing support for healthcare in the Milton community. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a passion for storytelling. Join a collaborative team dedicated to making a meaningful impact through philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications, fundraising, or nonprofit marketing.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing websites, email marketing, and social media channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy.
• Write and produce compelling fundraising and marketing materials.
• Lead the donor stewardship program and analyze communication effectiveness.

Skills

Communication

Storytelling

Project Management

Digital Content Creation

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in communications, marketing, or related field

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Premiere Pro

Job description

Our team is driven by a shared commitment to improving the health of our community by supporting our hospital. We are collaborative, purpose-driven, and value innovation, feedback, and diverse perspectives. Together, we create meaningful impact through philanthropy.

Guided by our values of accountability, innovation, empowerment and collaboration, we strive to ensure that our hospital has the resources to provide the people of Milton and the surrounding area high quality healthcare close to home.

In order to ensure that Milton District Hospital is able to remain a state-of-the-art healthcare facility, Milton District Hospital Foundation raises funds for essential medical equipment and technology required by health care providers to diagnose, treat and care for patients living in our community. All donations made to MDHF remain in Milton.

Job Description

Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for storytelling and community impact? Do you thrive on connecting people to a greater cause through inspiring content and donor engagement? Join Milton District Hospital Foundation (MDHF) and help bring donor impact to life.

We’re seeking a Senior Development Officer, Communications & Stewardship to lead MDHF’s communications strategy and donor stewardship program. This is a key role that amplifies our mission, deepens relationships, and grows support for health care in our community.

Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Development Officer, you will :

Communications Strategy & Content

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, multi-channel communications strategy aligned with MDHF’s goals.
• Write and produce compelling fundraising and marketing materials including newsletters, impact reports, annual reports, digital campaigns, and donor appeals.
• Craft patient stories, donor testimonials, and community narratives that inspire giving and highlight impact.
• Oversee and grow MDHF’s online presence, including website, email campaigns, and social media.
• Collaborate with fundraising teams to create materials for annual campaigns and legacy giving.
• Support the preparation of grant applications and proposals for private and public foundations.
• Lead the donor stewardship program — thank-you calls, annual newsletter, impact reports, cards of thanks, and creative donor recognition.
• Identify opportunities for sponsorships (e.g., print sponsor, event partners).

Brand & Community Engagement

• Maintain and evolve MDHF’s brand voice and visual identity across all platforms.
• Represent MDHF at community and donor events.
• Analyze and report on communication effectiveness to inform future strategies.
• Support special projects and campaigns as assigned.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who brings both creativity and structure — a strong writer, a strategic thinker, and a team player.

Required :

• Post-secondary education in communications, marketing, fundraising, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in communications, fundraising, or nonprofit marketing.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong eye for storytelling.
• Proficiency in digital content creation tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Premiere Pro).
• Experience managing websites, email marketing, and social media channels.
• Strong project management, time management, and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for events.

Nice to Have :

• Experience in the healthcare or nonprofit sector.
• Familiarity with donor motivations and stewardship best practices.
• Understanding of analytics tools to assess campaign performance.

Why Join MDHF?

At Milton District Hospital Foundation , we’re more than fundraisers — we’re storytellers, connectors, and community builders. You’ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven team that supports health and well-being through philanthropy. We value innovation, inclusion, and shared success — and we can’t wait to welcome someone who’s as passionate as we are.

Additional Information

Date posted : May 14, 2025

Salary Range : $58,637- $82,349

Location : Onsite at the The Milton District Hospital725 Bronte St. S, Milton, ON L9T 9K1, Canada

Date Closed : May 23, 2025 at 11 : 59pm EST.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providingaccommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

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