National Manager, Foundation Giving

National Manager, Foundation Giving

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.

Breakthrough T1D is currently seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative and resourceful National Manager, Foundation Giving to join our team. This is a remote, home office-based position open to candidates located anywhere in Canada. Reporting to the National Director, Leadership Giving Operations, the National Manager is an individual contributor manager responsible for leading the planning and execution of a national foundation giving program. This role supports staff across the country by providing vetted foundation leads, strategic guidance, and materials to help secure funding, while also managing their own portfolio of foundation prospects to meet annual revenue targets. Please read on to see if this is the right fit for you.

Here’s what your primary responsibilities would be:

·        Manage a personal portfolio of 300 foundation donors/prospects, ranging from $5,000 to $500,000, across all stages of engagement in order to meet annual revenue targets

·        Collaborate with fundraising staff to identify, cultivate, and steward strategic foundation partnerships

·        Execute acquisition strategies to grow foundation support and meet revenue targets, ensuring high-quality stewardship for active foundation donors

·        Coordinate national proposal development timelines and maintain a centralized application schedule, feeding into the Leadership Giving team’s prospect pipeline

·        Support regional staff with foundation grant applications, providing guidance and resources

·        Maintain and update internal toolkits to assist regional staff in identifying and soliciting foundation and corporate grants

·        Use CRM systems to track and manage donor activity in relation to foundation management

·        Develop and implement annual business plans and strategies for foundation giving aligned with Breakthrough T1D’s mission and goals

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Professional Experience and Core Qualifications

·        Minimum 5 years of experience in fundraising or advancement, with a relevant post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

·        Fundraising certificate, CFRE certification, and/or AFP membership are assets

·        Proven success in strategic proposal development, donor solicitation, gift closure and stewardship; able to grow the foundation giving programs by moving quickly on opportunities

·        Experience in grant writing, including researching, drafting, and editing proposals

·        Experience in foundation giving in higher education, healthcare, or research sectors

·        Bilingualism in French and English is an asset

Essential Skills and Work Style

·        Strong ability to identify leadership giving opportunities and quickly assess donor alignment

·        Ability to translate research concepts and effectively communicate Breakthrough T1D’s mission; knowledge of autoimmune diseases and Canadian health research is an asset

·        Knowledge of relevant fundraising legislation, regulations, and ethical standards

·        Strategic and collaborative approach to working with staff, volunteers, and partners nationwide

·        Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to influence with integrity

·        Highly organized and resourceful, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

·        Comfortable working independently in a time-sensitive, goal-driven environment

The salary range for this role is anticipated to be $78,000 - $88,000, commensurate with skills and experience level of the selected candidate.

Location Preference: Anywhere within Canada (remote position, working from home-office)

Application Deadline: Please submit your resume through our careers website by September 14, 2025.

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.