National Coordinator, Partnerships and Corporate Philanthropy (12-Month Contract)

National Coordinator, Partnerships and Corporate Philanthropy

(12-Month Contract)

We’re excited to share that JDRF Canada is now Breakthrough T1D.

We’re the same organization, with the same mission and determination to realize a world free from type 1 diabetes (T1D) – just with a new name and look that reflects what the T1D community needs now and next.

It’s an exciting time to join Breakthrough T1D as we continue to break barriers to help people better manage the disease and enjoy full, healthy lives. Curing T1D is and always will be our north star and we will not stop until breakthroughs get us to a world free from T1D.

We’re currently seeking for a new team member to fill the role of National Coordinator, Partnerships and Corporate Philanthropy, providing administrative and coordination support to the Partnerships and Corporate Philanthropy team through soliciting partnerships and sponsorships, including supporting the recruitment, activation and fulfillment for new partnerships. This highly collaborative role works closely with colleagues across the organization to achieve Breakthrough T1D’s mission accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications.   

Here’s what your primary responsibilities would be:

• Record and track all solicitations, gift and partnership deliverables, submission and reporting deadlines, and moves management activities in CRM for partners;
• Work in partnership with team members to draft/coordinate sponsorship, foundations and corporate proposals, letters, agreements and fulfillment reports
• Assist in prospect research, utilizing digital resources and tools and prepare research summaries/briefs and work with Prospect Research Officer on the completion of partnership opportunity assessments for applicable account manager; Manage general inquiries for follow-up based on Prospect Clearance procedure
• Maintain accurate, professional and current records on corporate prospects, sponsors and supporters through our CRM system and other shared drives and support regular CRM reporting, including monthly prospect reports and other ad-hoc reports
• Monitor and track fulfillment/stewardship activity ensuring follow up actions are recorded and completed
• Maintain information associated with sponsor deliverables and recognition
• Coordinate partner lists for mailings, special announcements, event invitations etc.
• Track all payments and coordinate with Leadership Giving Operations and Finance to ensure timely data entry, coding and allocations
• Provide general administrative support to the Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships team

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• 1-3 years relevant experience (fundraising, sales, administration, etc.) and post-secondary education in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and aptitude to learn standard organizational software and other applications/tools
• Experience working with a CRM system including logging actions and tasks, and pulling reports
• Project Coordination experience with a demonstrated ability to prepare and manage timelines, goals and expectations
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset

Working Style

• Ability to work independently and also collaboratively within a remote team environment to ensure fundraising goals are met
• Service-oriented with the ability to positively interact internally as a team member, as well as externally with sponsors and corporate partners
• Excellent interpersonal/relationship management skills and able to quickly build rapport
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and service-oriented
• Critical thinking and planning skills and able to think creatively.
• Strong attention to detail while working with multiple and/or competing priorities, projects and deadlines
• Solutions-focused, flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with excellent problem-solving capabilities
• High degree of professionalism and discretion with confidential information

Other position requirements to note:

• Flexibility to work some irregular hours, including occasional evenings and weekends as required (5-10%)

The salary range for this role is anticipated to be $53,000-$58,000, commensurate with skills and experience level of the selected candidate.

Location Preference: Flexible within Canada; this is a remote/work-from-home position.

Application Deadline: Please submit your resume through our careers website by November 19, 2024.

About Breakthrough T1D

Breakthrough T1D is the leading type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy non-profit organization in Canada. As we drive toward curing type 1 diabetes, we help to make every day better for the people who live with it. 

Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) began in Canada as a grassroots organization in 1974, when a group of dedicated parents came together with a singular goal of finding a cure

for T1D. Since the discovery of insulin, Breakthrough T1D has remained at the forefront of T1D research. Breakthrough T1D is committed to investing in the most promising research, advocating for progress by working with governments to address issues that impact the T1D community, and supporting individuals living with this disease.

Breakthrough T1D has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration; Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability – if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

Here’s a few details about what Breakthrough T1D employees receive:

• Remote-first: Our employees love the convenience and flexibility of working remotely, so all positions are work from home (within Canada).
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Benefits to support your physical and mental health – this includes Manulife group benefits, Maple virtual health care, Not Myself Today to support mentally healthy workplaces and generous paid sick time.
• Professional Development: We want employees to grow within their roles and have a career at Breakthrough T1D, so we practice Career Development Planning and have a budget for paid development opportunities for each employee.
• Other benefits include: Group RRSP Matching Program, winter holiday office closures, flex weeks in the summer and more!

Benefits listed above for regular full-time employees. Not all benefits may be available to part-time or temporary employees.

Recruitment Process: We may review applications as they are received and this position will remain posted until it is filled. Our recruitment process typically includes an initial introductory phone call with an HR team member, and up to two video interviews over MS Teams with the hiring manager and other members of the team. Some positions may require a skills-based evaluation to be completed as a part of the recruitment process. We thank all those applicants that apply, but please note only those selected for an introductory phone call will be contacted after their application is submitted.

Breakthrough T1D strives to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Breakthrough T1D is also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. Please advise if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.