Manager, One-Time Donor Marketing

ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation with over 50 years of philanthropic impact in 2023 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 Manager One-Time Donor Marketing.

Position Status: Temporary Full-Time Contract (14 months)

Available:Immediately

Description Of The Position:

The Manager One-Time Donor Marketing will lead the planning development and execution of marketing campaigns targeting the one-time (non-recurring) donor audience and generating over $4 million in annual revenue. This role will be a thought-leader on a fast-paced team joining at an exciting time of growth for this portfolio and for SickKids Foundation.

You Will:

• Lead the development and execution of performance marketing campaigns to SickKids active and lapsed donor base through all stages: Developing data segmentation and creative briefs liaising with internal and external agency partners providing creative feedback and overseeing project timelines and workflow.
• Oversee project management for One-Time Donor marketing ensuring all campaigns deploy on schedule and with the highest quality
• Coach and mentor two Associates on the team guiding their work throughout projects
• Leverage AI tools to support marketing creative development reporting enhancements and process automation
• Manage the High Value One Time Donor marketing journey including targeted marketing materials impact reports and 1:1 touchpoints
• Develop and implement FY27 creative segmentation and test-and-learn strategies including delivering recommendations on how we can optimize and improve on our current approach
• Collaborate with internal teams (across Business Analytics Creative Services Brand Strategy and more) as well as external agencies to develop deploy and measure campaigns
• Lead initiatives to enhance donor journeys working closely with agency partners internal stakeholders and Salesforce;
• Remain current on all aspects of emerging marketing trends including AI integrations and other areas affecting the marketing teams business;
• Be an effective collaborator and team player and adhere to the Foundation values and policies.

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:

• 5 years experience managing complex Marketing campaigns and projects including overseeing complex projects with multiple stakeholders under tight timelines;
• Substantial experience executing via direct marketing channels including email and direct mail tactics;
• Post-secondary education in Marketing Communications Business or related field;
• Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Experience using AI tools (Copilot ChatGPT) in a variety of use cases including process automation/simplification creative development and/or reporting;
• Strong analytical skills in Microsoft Excel with experience in data and analysis;
• Experience in data segmentation database management and trigger-based automation tools;
• Experience with revenue accountability and budget management;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Exceptional organization skills attention to detail and the ability to execute multiple projects within tight timelines and proactively anticipate and respond to team needs;
• Team player mindset with the ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with other Foundation teams;
• High level of passion and enthusiasm and the ability to work independently and proactively.

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: $82064 to $102582; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $117971. 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 Manager One-Time Donor Marketing role.

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 modified benefit package which includes health (drugs paramedical vision coverage) and dental.

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

Date Posted: January 13 2026

Available: Internal and External Candidates

Deadline: January 20 2026 Please apply online 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 BlackNorth 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 2SLGBTQIA community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundations community.

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the People & Culture Department at:

Required Experience:

Manager