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Senior Manager, Corporate Partnerships – Toronto, ON

You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada

At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters . As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward.

• Purpose : Champion equity. Empower ability.

• Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. 

• Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. 

Who we are

We are driven to support and empower people living with disabilities, and all the stakeholders we engage and serve.

At March of Dimes Canada, we are accountable to our community – placing all our valued stakeholders at the centre of everything we do and every decision we make.

We strive to understand and respond to their needs, we joyfully celebrate their achievements, and we stand with them to create a more just and inclusive world for all.

We live, lead and breathe with the human connection in mind.

We value authenticity and authentic human connection because we believe this has the power to transform the lives of our employees, volunteers and all those we serve.

We know that to be the best we can be, we must recognize and welcome differences, respect individuality and celebrate all abilities.

We believe that being brave is a part of our collective strength. We encourage input and feedback from all voices and create an environment where everyone can share ideas free of barriers and fear.

We endeavour to create remarkable change.

We challenge conventions and embrace curiosity and creativity, seeking always to deliver the greatest impact for people living with disabilities and the community at large.

We empower individuals and teams, and nurture learning and growth. We believe that when we work together as one connected team, we are a powerful force for good.

• 2,400 Dedicated employees

• 550 Essential volunteers

• 15,666 People accessed our Skills, Development and Employment Services

• 3,000 People received training and support to build their digital technology skills

• 600 People in Ontario found meaningful work via our employment services

• 57 Families participated in our inaugural Move Learn Grow program

Our Value

Client Focus

People living with disabilities and their families are at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make. Their voices and lived experiences inform and guide our work.

Collaboration

We believe that when we work together as one connected team, we are a powerful force for good. Our team includes dedicated donors, supporters, partners, and allies who work with us to make change happen.

Accountability

We are accountable to ourselves, to each other, and to our community – operating with the highest integrity and following through on the commitments we make.

Innovation

We challenge conventions and embrace curiosity and creativity, always seeking to deliver the greatest impact for people living with disabilities and the community at large.

2021 – 2025 Strategic Focus Areas

The best start for children, youth and families

Our goal : To ensure that children and youth with disabilities can achieve their full potential, thriving at every stage of their development.

Independence at home and in the community

Our goal: To ensure people with disabilities can live safely and independently where and how they live, participating fully in their communities on their own terms.

Active, healthy, connected lives

Our goal: To ensure that people with disabilities can have the best possible physical and mental health, and enjoy strong, supportive relationships and a sense of community belonging.

Financial security

Our goal: To ensure people with disabilities have the financial means to avoid or escape poverty so they can live the lives they deserve.

Our Programs

March of Dimes Canada provides Information and Advocacy Services on behalf of all Canadians with disabilities.

Move Learn Grow

Move Learn Grow is a new, play-based approach to early learning for children with disabilities, emphasizing social integration, emotional well-being, and building long-term life skills.

SkillingUp

SkillingUp is a free program, providing personalized training and support for people with disabilities to feel confident in their digital skills. Everyone should have access to the knowledge, technology, and opportunities to thrive in today’s digital-first world.

Employment Services

MODC Employment Services exists to enable people with disabilities to reach their employment goals. We provide the highest quality service delivery in our sector because of the depth of our understanding, our extensive scope and reach and our advanced infrastructure and resources. As a large organization for people with disabilities, we work closely with disability stakeholders and are a choice employment service provider for employers seeking to access this unique labour pool.

Passport Program

The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) Passport Program is a program that helps adults with a developmental disability be involved in their communities and live as independently as possible by providing funding for community participation supports, activities of daily living and person-directed planning. The program also provides funding for caregiver respite services and supports for primary caregivers of an adult with a developmental disability.

To explore our full range of programs, please visit: marchofdimes.ca/programs (https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

March of Dimes Canada (https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca)

Campaigns

Programs and Services (https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/)

Political Advocacy Toolkit

MODC Newsroom (https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/aboutus/newsroom/)

Financial Statements 2023 - 2024

Annual Report 2023 - 2024 (https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/aboutus/reports/ar2024/)

Strategic Plan 2021 - 2025

Public Policies (https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/aboutus/ppolicies/)

The opportunity

March of Dimes Canada (MODC) seeking a strategic fundraiser with a passion for building high-impact corporate partnerships to support our vision of an inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities.

To achieve that vision, MODC is taking bold steps to reimagine our organization and the impact we can make catalyzed by the revitalization of our brand, and the launch of a bold new multi-year fundraising campaign that will engage our community like never before.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, the Senior Manager, Corporate Partnerships will play a key role in designing, building, and managing strategic corporate initiatives that drive revenue growth and advance MODC’s mission. This role focuses on creating transformational partnerships with a wide range of companies—leveraging opportunities such as employee giving programs, cause-related marketing, shared value initiatives, sponsorships, in-kind contributions, and philanthropic donations—to drive meaningful influence.

As an inclusive and supportive leader, the Senior Manager will provide mentorship and day-to-day supervision to one direct report, while actively collaborating with colleagues across the Philanthropy team to foster a cohesive and high-performing environment.

The ideal candidate brings an entrepreneurial mindset, a high level of creativity, and a passion for creating meaningful, values-driven partnerships that deliver lasting social impact.

MODC offers a flexible hybrid work model, combining remote work with a minimum of three in-office days per week. Located at Don Mills and Sheppard in Toronto, this arrangement supports thoughtful planning, stronger collaboration, and improved outcomes.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and the Executive Director, Skills Development and Employment, support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the $70M campaign strategy.

• Maintain a personal portfolio of high-value individual prospects and donors to achieve fundraising targets.

• Meeting face-to-face with current and potential donors to discuss giving interests and opportunities.

• Monitor and evaluate campaign activities to ensure that financial goals are achieved.

• Closely collaborate internally with the Philanthropy team to ensure appropriate identification, segmentation, cultivation and stewardship of donors.

• Energize, motivate, and inspire internal and external stakeholders to actively contribute to and achieve the campaign goal.

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to create materials and messaging tailored for specific audiences and revenue channels that will be involved in the campaign.

• In collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and the Executive Director, Skills Development and Employment, support the campaign’s annual and multi-year budgets, track progress against financial goals, identify potential risks, and recommend strategies for mitigation.

• Oversee the preparation of campaign communications, including proposals, gift agreements, partnership agreements and stewardship materials.

• Actively support and participate in relevant campaign committees.

• In collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and with support from other members of the Philanthropy team, develop and implement donor and partner recognition strategies for the campaign.

• Liaise and work closely with volunteer leaders on campaign plans, meeting preparation, progress reports, benchmark reviews and other tasks as needed.

• Lead the project management of a mid-campaign review to assess alignment with campaign objectives, and oversee a comprehensive end-of-campaign evaluation to capture key insights and provide strategic recommendations for future campaigns and fundraising initiatives.

• Provide leadership and mentorship to one (1) direct report supervising daily activities, setting clear performance expectations, and ensuring alignment with team and organizational objectives.

• Provide leadership, training, and support to colleagues and volunteers who serve as partners in campaign activities.

• Ensure accurate and transparent recording of gifts and activities in the donor management system and oversee appropriate recognition and appreciation activities.

• Serve as a brand ambassador and advocate for the organization, representing its mission, values, and impact to donors and funder.

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum of seven years of progressive fundraising experience, ideally within the non-profit or charitable sector.

• Proven track record leading or supporting comprehensive, multi-year fundraising campaigns.

• Demonstrated experience to close major gifts at the $25K+ level. Experience in designing and implementing successful, individualized strategic cultivation and solicitation strategies to targeted donors.

• Experience managing a personal portfolio and moving prospects through the full donor cycle (identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship).

• Comprehensive knowledge of the donor relationship cycle, moves management principles, and major gift development strategies such as cultivation and stewardship.

• Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.

• A personable, positive, and proactive attitude.

• Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret donor data and inform strategy.

• Proven experience cultivating and managing relationships with volunteers in a fundraising and/or campaign setting.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences, including donors, volunteers, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.

• Superb written and verbal communication skills, including proposal and case development.

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

• Experience managing budgets and preparing financial reports.

• Strong ability to clearly articulate key performance indicators (KPIs) and outcomes tailored to funders’ requirements.

• Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and administrative skills.

• Sound and independent judgement; ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion where required.

• Demonstrated sound judgment and flexibility in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, with minimal administrative support.

• Technological fluency, including data systems and CRMs, such as Salesforce, with experience using reporting applications and dashboards.

• Competent in using data-driven insights to measure performance and optimize fundraising tactics.

• Ability to work in a results-driven environment to meet fundraising metrics and goals.

• Demonstrated familiarity with, and a strong commitment to, understanding and supporting the unique needs, rights, and experiences of people living with disabilities (PLWD).

• Bilingual in French and English is considered an asset.

• Work outside regular office hours on occasion as needed.

Important Details

• Hybrid work arrangement (our office is located at 99 Duncan Mills Rd, Toronto, ON)

• KCI Search + Talent has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of March of Dimes Canada (MODC). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Meredith Roberts, Senior Search Consultant by email at MODC_Corp@kcitalent.com .

• To view full position brief, please visit www.kcitalent.com . All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence

• Please note that the salary range for this position is $85,000- $100,000

Deadline Please submit your application by July 9, 2025.

Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re:

• Contributing to our important mission: creating real change for people with disabilities

• Joining a leading national charity with a history of impact and a future full of possibility

• Enjoying industry-leading employment incentives and benefits

• Supported in your professional growth, development, and success

• Included in our empathetic and supportive work culture

Learn more about why we’re a great employer at marchofdimes.ca/careers.

For general inquiries, you can reach us at recruitment@marchofdimes.ca

We value the health & safety of our employees

MODC is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe work environment. We encourage all current and prospective employees to receive Covid-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Public Health. This reflects our dedication to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our workforce.

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MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free.

Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.