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Job Summary
What You Will Do
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Research \& Prospect Development:
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Conduct research to identify new corporate donors and partners that align with LOFT's mission, values, and funding priorities
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Develop and maintain a robust database of corporate prospects, tracking key information to support targeted outreach efforts
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Business Development and Revenue Generation:
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Work closely with the Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships \& Grants to craft compelling donation and partnership proposals tailored to corporate prospects
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Manage a pipeline of corporate partnership prospects, supporting the cultivation of relationships from initial contact to securing partnerships
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Assist in developing customized partnership opportunities that align with the needs and interests of corporate partners
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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
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Donor Stewardship:
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Support developing and implementing stewardship strategies to ensure long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with corporate partners
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Track and manage deliverables for corporate donors and partners, ensuring commitments are met, and relationships are nurtured
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Work with internal teams to ensure proper recognition and fulfillment of donation and partnership benefits and recognition
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Event Planning \& Employee Engagement:
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Collaborate with internal teams to design and execute corporate events, including donor recognition events, community engagement activities, and networking opportunities
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Develop and manage employee engagement programs that enhance corporate partner involvement, such as volunteer opportunities, matching gift programs, and team-building initiatives
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Provide support for recruitment and training of volunteers
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Collaboration \& Communication:
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Collaborate with the communications team to develop engaging content that promotes the value of corporate partnerships to potential and existing partners
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Support the Grants and Strategic Partnerships Lead in reporting to stakeholders on partnership outcomes, financial impact, and engagement metrics
What You Bring
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Post-secondary education in development, marketing, communications, or equivalent professional and lived experience.
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2-3 years of experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, or business development
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Commitment to LOFT's mission of serving people with complex health challenges, addictions, and poverty.
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Highly motivated, passionate about nonprofit fundraising and committed to supporting mission-driven work
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Understanding of cultural competency and anti-oppression framework
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Proven experience with anti-racist and DEI practices.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a focus on achieving results
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Demonstrate ownership and responsibility in work.
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Natural curiosity and drive to investigate and resolve issues.
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Flexible and adaptable in an evolving organization.
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Strong commitment to skills development and learning
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Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy
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Be a team player who is proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing partnerships program
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach, verbal and written, and the ability to write for different audiences.
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Creative and strategic thinking abilities
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Ability to manage multiple priorities from diverse sources enhanced by problem-solving capabilities to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
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Strong research and prospecting skills, with the ability to synthesize information and prioritize opportunities
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Experience using relevant technology such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and CRM Databases (such as Raiser's Edge)
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Working towards a Certificate in Fundraising or other relevant training from a recognized institution
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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
Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
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