Coordinator, Special Events

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We’re sharing knowledge and creating connections for individuals and the health-care professionals who care for them; advocating through public policy;

and funding research to improve treatments and find a cure to end diabetes.

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Role Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Signature and Special Events, the Coordinator, Special Events will be responsible for logistic coordination.

The Coordinator will support the Special Events Officer in achieving revenue and participation goals. Coordinator is to manage and lead the logistics for our annual golf tournaments and other events.

The Coordinator will be the frontline contact for Diabetes Canada and will be required to :

• Lead the two (2) annual Golf Events, Stick it to Diabetes Program and other potential events as we grow our portfolio.
• Work with all vendors, sponsors, volunteers and event participants.
• Provides administrative support to the portfolio.
• Working with Coordinators across DC to ensure business practices are followed.
• Assist with management and organization of fundraising events.

Location :

1300 522 University Ave. Toronto, Ontario. A flexible work agreement policy in place allowing employees to work on a hybrid schedule, working remotely, and with the expectation of attending in person events when needed.

This role includes, but not limited to :

Revenue Generation Support

• Support the team in meeting or exceeding annual fundraising goals by assisting the execution of various fundraising events and programs in alignment with regional and national plans.
• Work with team members to identify and maximize event revenue generation opportunities e.g., ticket sales, silent auctions, raffles, table sales, teams, golf foursomes, etc.
• Work with team members on the solicitation and follow up with sponsors and other event participants.
• Coordinating two (2) annual Golf Tournament Events and our annual Stick it to Diabetes Program
• Work on growing the events portfolio by seeking growth and other creative revenue opportunities

Event Support

• Work with team members to identify, steward, and develop implementation plans to carry out at Special Events at the local level.
• Provide support for the marketing strategy and implementation for Special Events and partnerships.
• Identify possible sponsors for Signature Events and Peer to Peer Fundraising as well as move management opportunities.
• Responsible for event administration, database management and financial reconciliation in partnership with other Coordinators across the Fund Development team.
• Complete impact reports and event summaries for all events.
• Management and track inventory of all event supplies at our storage unit.

The ideal candidate possesses :

• Post-secondary education in a relevant program or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years work experience in fundraising, sales, event coordination, marketing and / or not-for-profit
• Demonstrated experience working on special events and working with volunteers
• Experience with email marketing, social media and with tools such as Canva.
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with digital technology
• Achievement-oriented; a goal-setter
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Flexible and responsive
• Collaborative relationship-builder
• Computer proficiency including experience with social media

Why Join Diabetes Canada

• A meaningful role, making a difference every day for people living with or at risk of diabetes.
• An entrepreneurial environment, working for a national organization where you feel valued, recognized, and rewarded.
• A high-performing, collaborative team environment and a commitment to building a healthy and engaged work culture.
• Flexible work agreement policy in place allows employees to work regularly remote and / or hybrid schedule.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive group benefits plan, includes health / dental, life insurance, disability coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and company-match Pension / RRSP.
• Most group benefits start on Day 1 when you join Diabetes Canada (health and dental coverage, life insurance and EFAP).
• Access to a mental wellness app offering guided mediation and self-guided learning on a wide range of topics. All employees can subscribe, along with up to 5 family members or friends.
• Generous paid time-off benefits include additional paid holidays beyond the recognized provincial statutory holidays, and an end-of-year holiday office closure.
• A work culture committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates differences and provides equal opportunities for all.

Our Core Values :

ACE-IT : A gility, C ollaboration, E xcellence, I ntegrity, T aking Initiative