Job Description

Who are we? VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is Vancouver Coastal Health\'s primary philanthropic partner, raising funds for specialized adult health services and research for all British Columbians. We collaborate with donors to drive innovation and sustainable health care at VGH & UBC Hospital, GF Strong Rehab Centre, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute and Vancouver Community Health Services. Further information about the Foundation is available at www.vghfoundation.ca. As a crucial part of our organization, the Strategic Partnerships & Campaign Communications team works to engage with our key stakeholders at VGH, UBC Hospital, GF Strong Rehab Centre, Vancouver Community Health Services and the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute. We are responsible for understanding their needs and expectations, developing fundraising priorities and initiatives, and monitoring their progress. We also lead and execute the Foundation\'s strategic communications in support of campaigns and major gift strategies. Our team is specifically responsible for developing fundraising products that align with our strategic plan, sourcing and approving relevant details, and ensuring accurate and timely management of these initiatives once funded. Through our efforts, we strive to maximize the impact of donor-funded healthcare fundraising and create positive outcomes for our community. What\xe2\x80\x99s the opportunity? The Manager, Strategic Partnerships has exceptional written and verbal communication skills. The role collaborates with other Foundation staff and various hospital stakeholders to learn about and understand a wide array of clinical areas. One of the key responsibilities is writing, specifically translating complex scientific and medical language into an inspiring and easy-to-understand vision with well thought-out plans and clear results. Drawing on versatile writing skills, the Manager will work with the Major Gifts team and relevant health care teams to write compelling proposals and other customized written collateral. The incumbent is also responsible for actively monitoring donor-funded initiatives to ensure they remain aligned with donor intent. Other responsibilities include preparing and monitoring key related financial elements. Responsibilities:

• Creates and updates (as required/annually) current needs/fundraising opportunities for each department, division, program or project, working with researchers and clinicians to ensure accuracy.
• Maintains and monitors an inventory of fundraising product.
• Develops donor-driven, custom cases and other strategic fundraising collateral as required.
• Translates technical product information accurately and clearly into documents to support fundraising activities.
• Collaborates with and provides descriptions of product content and product fact checking to internal Foundation departments as required.
• Develops clear and compelling proposals, aligning customization with the fundraising strategy

Ensures that:

• Each proposal matches appropriate Hospital needs with donor interests based on the donor information provided by the fundraiser(s).
• Verifies that the offer and accountability commitments can be delivered on prior to a proposal being submitted to a potential donor.
• Incorporates appropriate recognition opportunities that reflect donors\xe2\x80\x99 expectations and verifies with Donor Relations that the recognition can be delivered on.
• All potential gifting vehicles for donors are included in proposals by collaborating with Major Gifts & Gift and Estate Planning.
• Ensures continuous coordination and cohesive approach to development of donor offers.

What do you bring?

• University graduation in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of professional experience in business or technical writing, journalism, communications or a related discipline in healthcare and/or fundraising.
• Outstanding research, business writing and editing skills; demonstrated ability to succinctly communicate relevant information to diverse audiences; experience developing and writing fundraising cases for support and proposals preferred.
• Demonstrated project management and facilitation skills, with a sound knowledge of formal project management methodologies and practices. Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with multiple, competing deadlines, and time and resource constraints.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and proven ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy and discretion; demonstrated experience building and sustaining effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, financial, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with the advanced features of Microsoft Office suite of products and knowledge of a donor management system (Salesforce) preferred. Knowledge of InDesign is also an asset.
• Background or experience in healthcare is an asset.

What do we offer? This is a full-time Permanent position. The successful candidate can expect a competitive starting salary between $76,483 and $86,912, depending on experience. Additional variable pay, benefits, pension, flexible working arrangements, investment in professional development and subsidized access to fitness, cycling and parking facilities all contribute to a top-notch total rewards package. To apply If you possess the qualifications and experience indicated, please email a single pdf file of your cover letter and resume, with \xe2\x80\x9c[Your Name], Strategic Partnerships Manager\xe2\x80\x9d in the file name and email subject line, to hr@vghfoundation.ca by midnight on Sunday, April 23rd, 2023. We encourage applications from Indigenous people, people with disabilities, BIPOC and racialized individuals, people of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the Foundation\'s organizational diversity and who share the Foundation\'s values. As part of VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation\xe2\x80\x99s commitment to the health and safety of our community, Including our healthcare partners and donors, the Foundation requires all employees of the Foundation to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $76,483.00-$86,912.00 per year Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Commuter benefits
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you fully vaccinated against Covid-19?

Education:

• Bachelor\'s Degree (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9 Application deadline: 2023-04-23
Expected start date: 2023-06-12