Philanthropy Communications Officer - Mackenzie Health Foundation

Mackenzie Health

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Philanthropy Communications Officer contributes to the Foundation’s fundraising, stewardship, executive and governance communications efforts through the development of compelling, inspiring, accurate and brand-aligned content and collateral. Working closely with fundraising, stewardship and executive leadership colleagues, the Officer develops and co-ordinates donor- and stakeholder-facing communications, fundraising materials, executive communications and governance resources that support organizational priorities, donor engagement and fundraising success. Drawing on strong storytelling, communications and relationship-building skills, the Officer translates organizational priorities, patient impact and funding needs into compelling narratives that inspire support, strengthen donor relationships and engage key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum 2 – 3 years of experience in communications, marketing, fundraising or related roles.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt writing styles for different audiences and platforms.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and adapt communications for diverse audiences, including donors, volunteers, executives, Board members and community stakeholders.
• Strong communications judgment, including the ability to manage sensitive information and recognize when senior review or approval is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Canva or similar design tools to create presentations, social media assets, event materials and marketing collateral.
• Experience coordinating creative projects with freelance designers, photographers, videographers or other external vendors.
• Experience with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM platforms.
• Experience in a nonprofit or healthcare environment.
• Familiarity with donor stewardship and fundraising communications.
• Experience supporting fundraising campaigns, donor events and/or executive communications.
• Experience developing donor-centred content, impact stories and stewardship materials that support relationship building and fundraising outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, co-ordinate and produce donor proposals, presentations, briefing materials, one-pagers, donor correspondence, stewardship communications, impact updates and other fundraising collateral.
• Draft fundraising emails, event communications, presentations, scripts and related materials that support donor engagement and revenue-generating activities.
• Gather stories, testimonials and supporting information from donors, patients, volunteers and hospital staff to support fundraising and stewardship communications.
• Translate complex healthcare, fundraising and organizational priorities into clear, donor-centred communications that demonstrate the impact of philanthropy and connect donor interests with Foundation priorities.
• Manage assigned communications projects from concept through final delivery, including drafting, reviews, approvals and production.
• Develop executive communications materials, including correspondence, presentations, briefing notes, speaking remarks and social media content, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, key messages and leadership objectives.
• Coordinate the preparation and production of Board and governance materials, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timely delivery.
• Develop reports, presentations and other communications materials for executive leadership and governance audiences, adapting messaging, tone and format to suit the intended audience and purpose.
• Coordinate special communications projects involving the CEO, Board and senior leadership, ensuring appropriate review and approval processes are followed.
• Exercise sound communications judgment when developing materials for sensitive, high-profile or confidential audiences, escalating issues and seeking senior input when appropriate.
• Develop and coordinate communications for Foundation events, including invitations, presentations and speaking remarks.
• Coordinate communications requirements for donor events, including timelines, approvals, production and stakeholder input, while providing event-day support as needed.
• Create and adapt basic graphic assets for fundraising campaigns, events and donor communications using Canva and Foundation-approved templates.
• Coordinate with freelance designers, printers and other vendors as required to support communications projects.
• Coordinate project timelines, drafts, approvals and deliverables across multiple fundraising and communications initiatives, independently managing competing priorities and stakeholder relationships while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Proofread and fact-check materials to ensure accuracy, consistency and adherence to Foundation brand and style standards.
• Coordinate the production of communications materials, liaising with printers, freelance designers and other vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time and in accordance with Foundation brand standards.
• Maintain appropriately coded records of donor communications in Raiser's Edge and shared files, while ensuring consistency with Foundation brand and recordkeeping standards.
• Stay informed on best practices in nonprofit communications and philanthropy and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

Benefits

• Placement on the Foundation’s salary grid, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, retirement plan, and HOOPP pension participation.
• Vacation entitlement and other leave provisions in line with Foundation policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree