COORDINATOR, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS (PHILANTHROPY & MARKETING WRITER)
About The Position
Scarborough Health Network Foundation is seeking a Coordinator, Marketing & Communications (Philanthropy and Marketing Writer) to join our Marketing & Communications (MarCom) team. This is an exciting opportunity for an eager, proactive, and talented writer who is passionate about storytelling and ready to learn. You will work closely with our Senior Philanthropy Writer and the MarCom team to support writing needs across the Foundation—from donor proposals and stewardship reports to compelling content for campaigns, digital platforms, and events. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to contribute to the award-winning Love, Scarborough campaign, which has transformed healthcare fundraising and raised awareness of healthcare inequities in one of Canada’s most diverse communities.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 1–2 years of writing experience (internships or volunteer work welcome), preferably in non-profit or healthcare.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to write for multiple formats (web, print, social media, email, donor communications)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Canva, digital platforms and social media is an asset.
- Passion for storytelling and making a difference through philanthropy.
Responsibilities
- Proposal & Report Writing Assist in drafting persuasive, tailored donor proposals, cases for support, and stewardship reports under the guidance of the Senior Philanthropy Writer. Ensure messaging is inspiring, accurate, culturally sensitive and donor-focused, translating complex medical information into clear, accessible content.
- Content Creation & Storytelling Develop engaging stories and content for newsletters, donor communications, social media, website, and marketing campaigns. Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate creative, impactful ideas.
- Public Relations & Outreach Support Assist with pitching stories, coordinating media interviews and supporting Foundation visibility.
- Research & Collaboration Interview hospital stakeholders, patients and donors to inform compelling narratives.
- Speaking remarks Draft speaking remarks to support various Foundation events, maintaining consistent key messages to support the brand
- Collaboration Work closely with Philanthropy, Stewardship, Community Development, and MarCom teams to meet diverse writing needs and maintain brand consistency.
- Resource Management Help maintain templates, messaging documents, and project libraries.
- Proactive Support Take initiative to identify opportunities to contribute and assist with overflow writing needs across the Foundation.
Benefits
- Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
- Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
- New Graduate Initiative
- Enroute Program
- Critical Care Sponsorship Program
- Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
- Recognition events
- Leadership Development and Learning Programs
- Tuition Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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