Special Events Coordinator

Better Living Charitable Foundation has an opening for the position of Special Events Coordinator. Reporting to the Manager, Philanthropy, the successful candidate will assist with all fundraising event operations of the Better Living Charitable Foundation. This includes events that raise funds for all programs offered through the Better Living family of organizations based in North York and Newmarket. The Special Events Coordinator is also responsible for the development and stewardship of new event opportunities, including third-party and signature events.

The employer on record is Better Living Health and Community Services, however this role will join the Better Living Charitable Foundation team and reports to the Manager, Philanthropy.

The successful candidate for this position must have the following qualifications:

• Post-Secondary education and a certificate in fundraising, event management, or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in event operations, preferably in a non-profit organization
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and other Blackbaud products would be an asset
• Knowledge of AKA Raisin or other fundraising platforms would be an asset
• Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a vehicle for the purposes of business travel
• Successful completion of Vulnerable Sector Screening within one month of employment

The successful candidate(s) for this position must be able to:

• Be the lead staff member for Better Living Charitable Foundation events
• Coordinate all aspects of fundraising events from research and planning to post event and year-over-year analysis
• Actively solicit revenue and gift in kind donations for Charitable Foundation purposes while stewarding corporate and individual partnerships
• Work with and coordinate with volunteer event committees
• Develop event communications plans and solicitation materials with support from the Better Living Communications team
• Build rapport with Better Living staff and within the community to help build a culture of philanthropy
• Identify and cultivate fundraising opportunities, third party events and in-kind donations where applicable
• Review and develop new tools, processes and resources for our events portfolio
• Assist with administrative duties related to donor acknowledgement and stewardship, while adhering to confidentiality
• Work independently, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment 
  
• Multi-task and set priorities while maintaining flexibility to respond to donor or sponsor needs

Location: In-office 5 days a week (Monday to Friday): 3 days per week at 1 Overland Drive, North York and 2 days per week at 653 Queen Street, Newmarket

Salary: $48,412 - $49,400; commensurate with experience

Better Living is an equal opportunity employer and is in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants need to make their request for accommodation known when contacted. Thank you to all who express interest in this position and we welcome all resumes however only those granted an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Thank you.

**No artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools will be used in the screening or selection for this role.