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We are Team Unstoppable, serving Surrey Memorial Hospital, Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre, and Czorny Alzheimer Centre. Inspired by our medical professionals’ extraordinary commitment, we raise funds to support their efforts, purchase world-class equipment, and ensure our facilities are state-of-the-art. We are committed, relentless, efficient and always keep our community, our medical team, our patients and our donors at the heart of everything we do.

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Event Coordinator

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Surrey Hospitals Foundation is the largest non-government funder of health care for families in Surrey and the surrounding Fraser Valley communities.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, we help fund every one of our region’s major health facilities including Surrey Memorial Hospital and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre. We also support and fund the Czorny Alzheimer Centre, along with many specialized community programs for newborns, children, adults and seniors. Our Surrey health care campus provides health care for the whole family, from birth to end-of-life.

JOB SUMMARY

Surrey Hospitals Foundation is actively seeking an Event Coordinator to oversee Third Party Fundraising Event and lead the coordination of key areas for Foundation events. The role will manage relationships with existing third party supporters and look to grow this portion of the portfolio with a revenue target of $500,000. This role, will take on key areas of responsibilities related to event planning and production and additionally lead the coordination of any volunteer recruitment, orientation and management needs required for Foundation events.   The Event Coordinator will have strong communication, administrative, organizational, and relationship-building skills with key stakeholders. The candidate will also engage supporters in the work of Surrey Hospitals Foundation and help tell our story to demonstrate the impact of donor dollars. The candidate make a difference in our communities by supporting exemplary care and clinical excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Third Party Events

  • Update and implement the Third Party Event Application process inclusive of use of brand strategy
  • Renew and engage lapsed and new third party partnerships
  • Focus and collaborate on acquiring third-party events that can achieve ambitious revenue targets

Event Planning and Production:

  • Research community events the Foundation can attend to expand profile
  • Assist Event Manager with annual signature events execution
  • Assist the Event Manager with research of vendors partners and suppliers
  • Ability to liaise with vendors and suppliers
  • Assist Event Manager with ensuring appropriate décor and theming to meet the quality expectations of our donors and the Foundation
  • Plan, deliver and follow up with pre, during and post event planning
  • Work with marketing to brand the events
  • Prepare nametags, materials, packages, dietary lists, seating cards, etc. as required for each event
  • Assisting with management of program and presenters
  • Assist with managing on-site production
  • Volunteer management for all signature events
  • Assistance in allocating the appropriate volunteer staff for community and Fraser Health events Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process
  • Willing to learn and assist in creating critical paths, show flows, production schedules and script writing

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations or Event Management
  • Minimum 2 years of related of previous event planning experience
  • Experience working and managing budgets and revenue reporting
  • Ability to multitask and handle conflicting deadlines effectively

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Self-motivated, results-oriented and strong organizational skills
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and take initiative
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment while being able to prioritize and multi-task
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Big picture thinker with attention to detail
  • Skilled in communicating Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s mission, interests and impact
  • Comfortable with public speaking and making presentations
  • An interest in philanthropy and learning new skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Donor database experience- Raisers Edge/NXT an asset

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • This is a full time position
  • This position is in-house at the Surrey Hospitals Foundation office located at Surrey Memorial Hospital
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle is required
  • Must provide evidence of full courses of Health-Canada approved vaccinations prior to starting their first shift

BENEFITS

Excellent benefits through Fraser Health plan, including extended health, dental, life insurance, and pension. Four weeks of vacation to start.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please send resume and cover letter by email to Maria.faccio@fraserhealth.ca with the heading: Event Coordinator

The deadline to apply is Monday, June 12.

 

Surrey Hospitals Foundation actively encourages all qualified individuals to apply, including those with historical and/or current barriers to equity. We are committed to upholding and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and strive to reflect in our team the diversity of the region that we and our health care facilities serve. We value the contributions and experiences that each person brings and welcome those who can further contribute to the rich diversification of knowledge and skills at our Foundation.

Development Manager, Corporate (Maternity Leave - 12 months)

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Surrey Hospitals Foundation is the largest non-government funder of health care for families in Surrey and the surrounding Fraser Valley communities.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, we help fund every one of our region’s major health facilities including Surrey Memorial Hospital and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre. We also support and fund the Czorny Alzheimer Centre, along with many specialized community programs for newborns, children, adults and seniors. Our Surrey health care campus provides health care for the whole family, from birth to end-of-life.

JOB SUMMARY

Surrey Hospitals Foundation is looking for a resourceful and experienced Development Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Development Manager will build relationships and manage a portfolio of 150+ corporate and corporate foundation donors. The Development Manager will have strong communication, administrative, organization, and relationship-building skills, engage supporters in the work of Surrey Hospitals Foundation, ask for monetary donations to support our cause, and help tell our story to demonstrate the impact of donor dollars.

The Development Manager will have a particular interest in working with corporate donors and enjoy public speaking and making presentations to groups in the community. The role will be keen to receive donor strategy advice from team members and will take the initiative to move forward with suggested donor actions. The Development Manager will make a difference in our communities by supporting exemplary care and clinical excellence. The annual financial goal associated with this position will be $750,000 -$1,000,000+.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as the lead relationship manager in the engagement, cultivation and stewardship of corporate partnerships inclusive of sponsorships
  • Identify opportunities for growth and expansion within existing relationships through the Community Champions program, including delivery of the benefits
  • Initiate and secure corporate partnerships and signature event sponsorships with a minimum value of $10,000 annually
  • Communicate with corporate donors through in-person meetings, virtual meetings, phone calls, and written avenues including mail and email
  • Represent Surrey Hospitals Foundation through face-to-face presentations in the community at donor events and meetings

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of five years experience with fundraising and donor relations
  • Strategic thinking and experience in successfully managing all aspects of corporate partnerships
  • Demonstrated ability to solicit major gifts by creating tailored donor proposals/grants and intentionally and successfully soliciting $10K+ gifts through strategic moves management processes
  • Professional communication with the ability to clearly articulate with accuracy, creativity, and persuasiveness both internally and externally
  • Relationship management skills in establishing and cultivating strong, positive, relationships with individuals internally and externally
  • Degree in a related field such as Communications, Business or Non-Profit Studies
  • Specialized education such as a master’s degree, certificate in Fundraising Management or CFRE training considered an asset
  • Donor database experience, preferably in Raisers Edge/NXT
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Self-motivated and results-oriented
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • The ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment while being able to prioritize and multi-task
  • Skilled at strategic one-to-one major gift work with donors, navigating complex scenarios that require self-directed decision-making
  • Skilled at communicating Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s mission, interests, and impact and making compelling cases for support in written and verbal formats
  • Comfortable with public speaking and making presentations to a diverse range of donors
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a supportive team environment
  • Big picture thinker with attention to detail
  • An interest in philanthropy and learning new skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • This is a 12-month, full-time contract position
  • This position is in-house at the Surrey Hospitals Foundation office located at Surrey Memorial Hospital
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle is required
  • Must provide evidence of full courses of Health-Canada approved vaccinations prior to starting their first shift

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please send resume and cover letter by email to Maria.faccio@fraserhealth.ca with the heading: Development Manager, Corporate (Maternity Leave)

The deadline to apply is Monday, June 19th.

 

Surrey Hospitals Foundation actively encourages all qualified individuals to apply, including those with historical and/or current barriers to equity. We are committed to upholding and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and strive to reflect in our team the diversity of the region that we and our health care facilities serve. We value the contributions and experiences that each person brings and welcome those who can further contribute to the rich diversification of knowledge and skills at our Foundation.

Development Manager, Planned Giving (Part-Time)

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Surrey Hospitals Foundation is the largest non-government funder of health care for families in Surrey and the surrounding Fraser Valley communities.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, we help fund every one of our region’s major health facilities including Surrey Memorial Hospital and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre. We also support and fund the Czorny Alzheimer Centre, along with many specialized community programs for newborns, children, adults and seniors. Our Surrey health care campus provides health care for the whole family, from birth to end-of-life.

JOB SUMMARY

Surrey Hospitals Foundation is actively seeking a Planned Giving Manager to inspire donors to leave a gift in their will. The role will manage relationships with existing legacy donors, identify compelling opportunities to enhance donor engagement, develop strategies to acquire legacy gifts, and increase our number of planned giving donors. The Planned Giving Manager will have strong communication, administrative, organizational, and relationship-building skills. The role will also engage supporters in the work of Surrey Hospitals Foundation, ask for monetary donations to support our cause, and help tell our story to demonstrate the impact of donor dollars. The Planned Giving Manager will be keen to receive donor strategy advice from team members and take the initiative to move forward with suggested actions. The candidate will make a difference in our communities by supporting exemplary care and clinical excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and manage a portfolio of targeted donors, including: maintaining and cultivating relationships, analyzing donor information, creating stewardship plans, and evaluating current strategies
  • Increase the number of targeted donors by developing new marketing and acquisitions strategies, clearly communicating technical information, and creating a more inclusive donor experience
  • Assist in the development of detailed gift proposals using tailored solicitation strategies and using bequests, securities, annuities, charitable remainder trusts and other instruments
  • Increase efficiency and estate administration including developing and maintaining current databases and software, identifying opportunities for improvement, analyzing trends, and liaising with professional advisors
  • Contribute to the development and evaluation of budgets and operation plans including trend analysis, expense reporting, forecasting, and creative problem solving

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 5 years of related philanthropy experience with at least 2 years of direct planned/legacy giving experience
  • Experience working and managing budgets and revenue reporting
  • Knowledge of the tax system, estate planning, and various gift vehicles, including an understanding of ethical and Imagine Canada fundraising guidelines
  • Professional communication with the ability to clearly articulate with accuracy, creativity, and persuasiveness, both internally and externally
  • Relationship management skills in establishing and cultivating strong, positive relationships with individuals, internally and externally
  • Donor database experience, preferably in Raisers Edge/NXT
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word

SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Self-motivated and results-oriented
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • The ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment while being able to prioritize and multi-task
  • Skilled at strategic one-to-one major gift work with donors and at navigating complex scenarios that require self-directed decision-making
  • Skilled in communicating Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s mission, interests, and impact and making compelling cases for support in written and verbal formats
  • Comfortable with public speaking and making presentations to a diverse range of donors
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a supportive team environment
  • Big picture thinker with attention to detail
  • An interest in philanthropy and learning new skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • This is a part time position, 20 hours per week to begin, with opportunity to go full time in the future.
  • This position is in-house at the Surrey Hospitals Foundation office located at Surrey Memorial Hospital
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle is required
  • Must provide evidence of full courses of Health-Canada approved vaccinations prior to starting their first shift

BENEFITS

Excellent benefits through Fraser Health plan, including extended health, dental, life insurance, and pension. Four weeks of vacation to start.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please send resume and cover letter by email to Maria.faccio@fraserhealth.ca with the heading: Development Manager, Planned Giving

 

Surrey Hospitals Foundation actively encourages all qualified individuals to apply, including those with historical and/or current barriers to equity. We are committed to upholding and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and strive to reflect in our team the diversity of the region that we and our health care facilities serve. We value the contributions and experiences that each person brings and welcome those who can further contribute to the rich diversification of knowledge and skills at our Foundation.