Senior Manager, Campaign – Toronto, ON

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The opportunity

March of Dimes Canada is seeking an experienced major gift fundraiser for the role of Senior Manager, Campaign as we prepare to launch a landmark, multi-year comprehensive fundraising campaign. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing significant philanthropic gifts, cultivating long-term donor relationships, and driving revenue growth through strategic, personalized engagement. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a national campaign commemorating our upcoming 80th anniversary that drives a bold, future-focused vision to help people with disabilities across Canada unlock the full richness of their lives.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, the Senior Manager, Campaign will be a key contributor to the campaign, responsible for planning, developing prospect strategies, and supporting the achievement of campaign revenue goals. A collaborative and resourceful fundraiser, the Senior Manager will provide mentorship and day-to-day supervision to one direct report, and will work cross-functionally with the philanthropy team, program leads, senior leadership, and volunteers to ensure the campaign reflects and advances the MODC’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.

Responsible for the successful execution of best-in-class campaign operations, the Senior Manager, Campaign will play a critical role in driving innovative strategies to grow and diversify our donor base. The incumbent will bring a track record of engaging new audiences, cultivating meaningful connections, and converting interest into long-term commitment. With a strong understanding of the major gift development process, the ideal candidate is also an expert project manager—capable of translating strategic vision into clear frameworks, actionable plans, and practical tools that drive results.

MODC offers a flexible hybrid work model, combining remote work with a minimum of three in-office days per week. Located at Don Mills and Sheppard in Toronto, this arrangement supports thoughtful planning, stronger collaboration, and improved outcomes.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and the Executive Director, Skills Development and Employment, support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the $70M campaign strategy.
Maintain a personal portfolio of high-value individual prospects and donors to achieve fundraising targets.
Meeting face-to-face with current and potential donors to discuss giving interests and opportunities.
Monitor and evaluate campaign activities to ensure that financial goals are achieved.
Closely collaborate internally with the Philanthropy team to ensure appropriate identification, segmentation, cultivation and stewardship of donors.
Energize, motivate, and inspire internal and external stakeholders to actively contribute to and achieve the campaign goal.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to create materials and messaging tailored for specific audiences and revenue channels that will be involved in the campaign.
In collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and the Executive Director, Skills Development and Employment, support the campaign’s annual and multi-year budgets, track progress against financial goals, identify potential risks, and recommend strategies for mitigation.
Oversee the preparation of campaign communications, including proposals, gift agreements, partnership agreements and stewardship materials.
Actively support and participate in relevant campaign committees.
In collaboration with the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, and with support from other members of the Philanthropy team, develop and implement donor and partner recognition strategies for the campaign.
Liaise and work closely with volunteer leaders on campaign plans, meeting preparation, progress reports, benchmark reviews and other tasks as needed.
Lead the project management of a mid-campaign review to assess alignment with campaign objectives, and oversee a comprehensive end-of-campaign evaluation to capture key insights and provide strategic recommendations for future campaigns and fundraising initiatives.
Provide leadership and mentorship to one (1) direct report supervising daily activities, setting clear performance expectations, and ensuring alignment with team and organizational objectives.
Provide leadership, training, and support to colleagues and volunteers who serve as partners in campaign activities.
Ensure accurate and transparent recording of gifts and activities in the donor management system and oversee appropriate recognition and appreciation activities.
Serve as a brand ambassador and advocate for the organization, representing its mission, values, and impact to donors and funder.

Qualifications and experience

Minimum of seven years of progressive fundraising experience, ideally within the non-profit or charitable sector.
Proven track record leading or supporting comprehensive, multi-year fundraising campaigns.
Demonstrated experience to close major gifts at the $50K+ level, including six- and seven-figure commitments. Experience in designing and implementing successful, individualized strategic cultivation and solicitation strategies to targeted donors.
Experience managing a personal portfolio and moving prospects through the full donor cycle (identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship).
Comprehensive knowledge of the donor relationship cycle, moves management principles, and major gift development strategies such as cultivation and stewardship.
Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
A personable, positive, and proactive attitude.
Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret donor data and inform strategy.
Proven experience cultivating and managing relationships with volunteers in a fundraising and/or campaign setting.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences, including donors, volunteers, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.
Superb written and verbal communication skills, including proposal and case development.
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Experience managing budgets and preparing financial reports.
Strong ability to clearly articulate key performance indicators (KPIs) and outcomes tailored to funders’ requirements.
Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and administrative skills.
Sound and independent judgement; ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion where required.
Demonstrated sound judgment and flexibility in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, with minimal administrative support.
Technological fluency, including data systems and CRMs, such as Salesforce, with experience using reporting applications and dashboards.
Competent in using data-driven insights to measure performance and optimize fundraising tactics.
Ability to work in a results-driven environment to meet fundraising metrics and goals.
Demonstrated familiarity with, and a strong commitment to, understanding and supporting the unique needs, rights, and experiences of people living with disabilities (PLWD).
Bilingual in French and English is considered an asset.
Work outside regular office hours on occasion as needed.

Important Details

Hybrid work arrangement (our office is located at 99 Duncan Mills Rd, Toronto, ON)
KCI Search + Talent has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of March of Dimes Canada (MODC). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Meredith Roberts, Senior Search Consultant by email at MODC_Campaign@kcitalent.com
To view full position brief, please visit www.kcitalent.com. All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence
Please note that the salary range for this position is $85,000- $100,000

Deadline Please submit your application by July 9, 2025.

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