Job Description

Help us create healthier futures as anASSOCIATE, DEVELOPMENT WRITERABOUT USSickKids 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, .We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Associate, Development Writer.Position Status: Permanent Full-TimeAvailable: ImmediatelyDescription of the Position:The Associate, Development Writer will report to the Associate Director, Development Writing. The Associate will create and enhance donor-centered communications tools to support fundraising initiatives. These tools include highly customized major gift proposals and progress reports for individuals, corporations, and other significant gift prospects as well as fundraising marketing documents and cases for support that will motivate existing donors and engage new ones to support SickKids. The Associate will work closely with the fundraising teams, other members of the Marketing team, and key hospital contacts to develop these tools in both print and digital formats and provide expert writing advice, guidance, and service.You will:

• Compose and edit proposals, cases for support, impact reports and publications for specific donors and groups of donors in collaboration with fundraisers across all programs of the Foundation
• Directly liaise with appropriate hospital staff to obtain information on hospital fundraising priorities and data/information to support development of cases for support and impact reports
• Write and edit thank you letters and other donor relations communications
• Help maintain an online archive of past proposals, impact reports, cases for support, one-pagers and other donor communications
• Develop and implement proposal and other communications templates
• Create, write, and edit content for e-newsletters, the Foundation website, and other digital channels
• Provide assistance to fundraising teams regarding best approaches for timing, language, and format of communications
• Contribute to other projects as required, including annual report, SickKids VS podcast, direct marketing, donor recognition ads, and other communications when requested

Required SkillsQualifications: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:

• University degree in a broad range of specializations, preferably in English, Journalism, History, Cultural Studies, or related Communications disciplines
• 5+ year\xe2\x80\x99s experience in journalism, communications or technical, digital or advancement writing
• Superior writing skills and ability to convey a compelling story, especially as it relates to health care and medical research
• Understanding of best practice in proposal, stewardship, and case for support development
• Excellent donor and stakeholder relations skills, with a strong sense of diplomacy
• Experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds and adapting communications to multiple cultural audiences
• Advanced organizational skills, balancing day to day activities with competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work as a team member, but also independently
• Expertise in Microsoft 365 suite
• Demonstrated facility with desktop publishing and graphic design tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Experience with social media and other web-based communications
• Formal training or experience in project management

We\xe2\x80\x99re 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.Total Compensation Package:Hiring Salary Range: $68,337.00 - $80,396.00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $96,476.00. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Associate, Development Writer.To help you lead in the fight for kids\xe2\x80\x99 health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan), tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan and birth parent/parental top up \xe2\x80\x93 to name a few!Hours: 35-hour work week, flexible work options availableDate Posted: June 13, 2024Available: Internal and External CandidatesDeadline: June 19, 2024Please apply on-line by visiting our website: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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s community.Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.comRequired ExperienceQualifications: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:

• University degree in a broad range of specializations, preferably in English, Journalism, History, Cultural Studies, or related Communications disciplines
• 5+ year\xe2\x80\x99s experience in journalism, communications or technical, digital or advancement writing
• Superior writing skills and ability to convey a compelling story, especially as it relates to health care and medical research
• Understanding of best practice in proposal, stewardship, and case for support development
• Excellent donor and stakeholder relations skills, with a strong sense of diplomacy
• Experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds and adapting communications to multiple cultural audiences
• Advanced organizational skills, balancing day to day activities with competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work as a team member, but also independently
• Expertise in Microsoft 365 suite
• Demonstrated facility with desktop publishing and graphic design tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Experience with social media and other web-based communications
• Formal training or experience in project management

We\xe2\x80\x99re 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.Total Compensation Package:Hiring Salary Range: $68,337.00 - $80,396.00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $96,476.00. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Associate, Development Writer.To help you lead in the fight for kids\xe2\x80\x99 health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan), tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan and birth parent/parental top up \xe2\x80\x93 to name a few!Hours: 35-hour work week, flexible work options availableDate Posted: June 13, 2024Available: Internal and External CandidatesDeadline: June 19, 2024Please apply on-line by visiting our website: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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s community.Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.com

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