Associate, Development Operations

ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact 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 a superior donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and disrupting the market through data and technology.

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in our policies, practices, and behaviours. 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, please click here.

We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Associate, Development Operations.

Description of the Position

The Associate, Development Operations will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of SickKids Foundation’s philanthropic initiatives and working with the Foundation teams to achieve transformational growth throughout the historic, comprehensive fundraising Campaign for SickKids. Reporting to the Director, Campaign, the Associate will proactively provide support for the executive administrative needs of the Vice-Presidents of Philanthropy; Corporate and Community Partnerships; and Campaign. In addition, they will also be responsible for driving strategic initiatives that will enhance Development Unit-wide processes.

You will:

• Provide executive multi-faceted meeting support (external and internal) to the Vice Presidents, including research, preparing briefings, agendas, presentations, minutes, speaking remarks, confidential communications, and managing event/meeting logistics
• Manage executive calendars, anticipating scheduling conflicts and adapting to changes with minimal disruption
• Provide project management support to various Development-wide initiatives including the annual education plan, Power Hours, Development Events calendar, SharePoint migration, etc.
• Manage requests and interactions with Research/BIIT, Stewardship and Donor Relations, Donor Experience, Legal, and Strategic Communications to ensure projects, deliverables, and timelines are upheld for Vice Presidents’ donor activities
• Research and develop briefing notes Vice Presidents, engaging with internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor Vice Presidents’ activities, provide updates on meetings, call activity, new proposals, confirmed gifts, etc.
• Create the Development Unit’s onboarding and offboarding program and professional development calendar
• Support development of Development Board pre-reads for SickKids Foundation Board meetings and Development Committee
• Prepare reports and insights for VPs using the CRM, including pulling basic reports to support their requests

Qualifications

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:

• Proactive problem solver and solution oriented
• 3+ years' experience in fundraising, project management, or executive administrative support
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Team player and relationship builder
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects under tight timelines
• Strong research and information-gathering skills, with the ability to independently source, analyze, and synthesize data to create comprehensive briefing packages for senior leadership, volunteers, and external stakeholders
• Proactive problem solver and solution oriented
• Proficiency with Blackbaud or donor database management systems will be considered a strong asset
• Advanced skills within Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

We’re 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

Expected Hiring Salary Range:$ 70,056.00 – $ 82,418 00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $ 98,902.00. 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 Operations.

To help you lead in the fight for kids’ 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 – to name a few!

Position Status: Permanent Full-Time;

Hours: Hybrid work model: minimum two days per week in-office (Tuesday and Wednesday).

Available To: Internal and External Candidates

Available: Immediately; this posting is for an existing vacancy.

Date Posted: June 22, 2026

Deadline: July 6, 2026

Screening and interviews may begin prior to the posting close date. We encourage early applications

How to apply: Please apply on-line by visiting our website: https://www.sickkidsfoundation.com/careersandvolunteers

Please note that automated tools, including artificial intelligence, may be used to support the pre-screening of applications as part of our recruitment process.

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’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the People & Culture team at: recruitment@sickkidsfoundation.com