Associate Director, Leadership & Legacy Giving

ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation with over 50 years of philanthropic impact is Canadas largest charitable funder of child health research learning and care raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH) the future of tailoring medicine to each childs unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster treat smarter and predict better.

We are driven by our core values of integrity collaboration excellence innovation and inclusion with goals of delivering a superior donor experience investing in our people and culture driving innovative and sustainable fundraising and disrupting the market through data and technology.

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity diversity and inclusion in our policies practices and behaviours. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe positive work environment. For details on our Equity Diversity & Inclusion commitment please click here.

Were committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. Thats why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Associate Director Leadership & Legacy Giving.

Position Status: Permanent Full-Time

Available: Immediately

Description of the Position:

The Associate Director Leadership & Legacy Giving is a key part of the team at SickKids Foundation. This role is focused on the Leadership Giving efforts of the team. The leader will develop and execute a comprehensive plan to engage and grow the mid-level (leadership) donor segment and secure support for SickKids. They will have accountability for direct donor relationship management and work collaboratively to develop integrated campaigns and communications plans to drive revenue addition to managing a portfolio of new and existing donors they will collaborate with colleagues across the Foundation to advance opportunities to drive revenue and generate a pipeline for the organization. This portfolio continues to grow evolve and plays a critical role in supporting the long-term strategic objectives of SickKids Foundation.

The Associate Director will oversee and provide leadership to a team responsible for delivering $6M in annual revenue. They will coach and mentor the team to support their individual growth and progression; while building a culture that is reflective of SickKids Foundation.

You will:

In partnership with the Director and cross-functional colleagues develop the annual plan and implementation roadmap for the Leadership & Legacy Giving segment

• Directly manage a portfolio of 100-150 donors with annual gift revenue in the range of $10000 - $99999
• Lead the business planning process for the Leadership & Legacy Giving segment as part of the broader planning process including development of revenue and expense forecasts
• In collaborating with the marketing team lead the strategic development of the marketing and communications plan for Leadership & Legacy Giving donors driving solicitation retention and migration and integrate with legacy giving plans to ensure a holistic donor experience
• Build an acquisition program for Leadership & Legacy Giving donors to continue to drive pipeline development across the organization
• Complete donor calls and visits to cultivate steward and provide ongoing relationship management to donors
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in Marketing Business Intelligence Philanthropy Corporate Partnerships Stewardship and Donor Relations to integrate learning opportunities marketing campaigns and donor strategies
• Lead the team of fundraisers supporting their needs and the strategic needs of the portfolio

Qualifications:

While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:

• 6 8 years relevant experience in 1:1 fundraising or leadership giving/mid-level giving donor programs
• Strong business data and financial acumen
• Experience with results tracking analysis and budget control reporting
• Proven track record as a skilled leader who motivates high-performing teams which may consist of peers and external stakeholders as well as direct reports
• Knowledge or experience within the Not-for-Profit environment will be considered an asset
• Experience working in the mid-level segment will be considered an asset
• Ability to build new and long-term relationships with prospects and donors
• Ability to articulate the importance of pediatric healthcare in its three facets: clinical education and research
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment prioritize and multi-task while displaying tact and diplomacy
• Go-getter attitude a team player mentality and the ability to build relationships
• Creative resourceful and problem solving mindset
• Superior verbal written and storytelling skills
• Strong organization attention to detail and follow through

Were looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Total Compensation Package:

Hiring Salary Range: $99297 $124121; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $142739. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience skills and qualifications relevant to the Associate Director Leadership & Legacy Giving.

To help you lead in the fight for kids health and to support your health wellness and career growth in addition to competitive compensation we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan) tuition reimbursement flexible work arrangements pension plan and birth parent/parental top up to name a few!

Hours: 35-hour work week with a hybrid schedule (3 days remote 2 days on-site) Flexible work options are available.

Date Posted: October 27 2025

Available: Internal and External Candidates

Deadline: November 6 2025

Please apply on-line by visiting our website:

SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents capabilities and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all by valuing and respecting every individual and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the Black North Initiatives CEO pledge we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black Indigenous communities of colour people with disabilities 2SLBTQIA community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundations community.

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Required Experience:

Director