Head of Philanthropy

HEAD OF PHILANTHROPY

Permanent, Full time

Since 1995, Cortellucci Hospice Vaughan has supported individuals and their families, as they journey through a life-limiting illness. Our Hospice Palliative Care Hub includes a 12-bed hospice residence that provides a final peaceful homelike space for individuals and their families who require end of life support. In addition, we offer a range of support programs for our community, including grief and bereavement support.

POSITION PURPOSE

Cortellucci Hospice Vaughan (“CHV”) is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and relationship-driven fundraising leader to advance the organization's philanthropic growth and long-term sustainability.

The Head of Philanthropy will serve as the organization's lead revenue development professional, responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and community stakeholders. The successful candidate will build and manage a robust donor pipeline, create sustainable fundraising systems and strategies, and significantly expand philanthropic revenue. This is a highly external-facing role requiring substantial community engagement, donor cultivation, and strategic relationship-building.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Executive Director

KEY PRIORITIES (FIRST 12–18 MONTHS)

• Assess and establish the foundational elements required to support a future capital campaign, including donor pipeline development, campaign case development, prospect identification and leadership donor engagement

• Increase philanthropic revenue through major gifts, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and foundation support.

• Develop relationships with key business and community leaders.

• Establish a comprehensive donor engagement and stewardship framework.

• Strengthen CHV's visibility and profile throughout the community.

• Create a multi-year fundraising growth strategy.

• Evaluate and optimize existing fundraising activities for return on investment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Gifts & Donor Development

• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects. • Conduct regular donor meetings and presentations. • Secure leadership-level philanthropic investments and sponsorships.

Corporate Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Develop strategic partnerships with corporations, professional firms, and community organizations. • Identify and secure sponsorship opportunities. • Represent Hospice Vaughan at community events, networking functions, and stakeholder meetings.

Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth

• Develop and implement annual and multi-year fundraising strategies. • Diversify revenue streams through major gifts, planned giving, grants, sponsorships, monthly giving, and community fundraising. • Establish measurable fundraising goals aligned with organizational priorities.

Pipeline & Systems Development

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive donor pipeline management process. • Ensure effective CRM utilization and donor tracking. • Create reporting dashboards and fundraising performance metrics.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the fund development team. • Foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization. • Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of progressive fundraising, major gifts, sponsorship sales, or philanthropic leadership experience. • Proven track record building donor pipelines and cultivating long-term relationships. • Exceptional networking, presentation, and relationship-building skills. • Experience working with boards, volunteers, and senior stakeholders. • Strong strategic planning and revenue-generation capabilities. • CFRE designation considered an asset. • Knowledge of the Vaughan community and healthcare/not-for-profit sector considered an asset.

COMPENSATION & PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE STRUCTURE

Hospice Vaughan is seeking a high-performing fundraising and business development professional who is motivated by achieving and exceeding ambitious revenue goals.

Salary Range:

$90,000 - $110,000

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Eligible for an annual performance incentive of up to 25% of base salary based on achievement of fundraising, donor acquisition, partnership development, and pipeline growth objectives.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Hospice Vaughan's ideal candidate is a relationship builder, connector, and revenue generator who is energized by being in the community, creating new opportunities, and securing transformational support

for the organization. They possess the discipline to build fundraising infrastructure while maintaining a relentless focus on cultivating meaningful donor relationships and achieving measurable revenue growth.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to Carmelina Cicuto, Executive Director, via email at carmelinac@hospicevaughan.com

Applications are welcome until the job posting is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted. Please no phone calls or agency inquiries.