Co-op Student, Activation Marketing

SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact in 2023, is Canada’s largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each child’s unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.

 

We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering an unmatched donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading in digital charity.

 

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here.

 

We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Activation Marketing, Co-op.

 

Position Status: Co-op Placement Full-time Unpaid (4 months);

Co-op students are reimbursed for business related expenses up to $700 a month during the term of your placement.

 

Available: May, 2024.

 

Description of the Position:

The Co-op, Activation student will be an active participant in a fast-paced fundraising team and will be responsible for supporting the Core Corporate Team, Cause Marketing and Community Partnerships through activations. The Coop will report directly to the Manager, Activation.

 

You will:

• Assist Relationship Managers with various tasks to support spring activities and plan for upcoming event and campaigns;
• Support campaign activities and events to help increase donor engagement;
• Participate in store and event site visits;
• Assist in donor stewardship projects (e.g. collateral management and fulfilling requests, completing thank you calls, calling partners to see how campaigns are going, etc.);
• Prepare donor correspondence and communications to support and cultivate relationships with Corporate Partners, donors and stakeholders;
• Participate in scripted partner weekly calls when required;
• Assist in documenting call reports;
• Assist with general administrative duties including mass mailings, filing, file maintenance, copying, mail/couriers and ordering of supplies;
• Provide additional support to the other Coordinators on the Corporate Partnership and Cause Marketing teams and;
• organize and collect collateral and other supplies for Corporate Partnership and Cause Marketing teams (this may include tasks that occasionally require lifting 20lbs);
• Additional office duties and projects as required.

Required Skills

Qualifications:

 

While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure, below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree or diploma, preferably in fundraising, business administration, marketing or community development;
• Knowledge of and experience with relational databases;
• Exceptional Microsoft Office skills;
• Discretion, tact, diplomacy and attention to detail;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize work;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to work;
• Interest and/or experience in corporate partnerships, experiential marketing and fundraising;
• Works well under pressure while juggling several competing priorities;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• In possession of a valid Canadian driver’s license (G Level), vehicle and insurance.

 

We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.

 

Hours: 35-hour work week, hybrid work model.

 

Date Posted: March 4, 2024.

 

Available: Internal and External Candidates

 

Deadline: March 18, 2024.

 

Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com

 

SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.

 

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: [email protected]