Rewarding Opportunities

Are you an event professional ready to put your keen eye for detail to use for a good cause? Do you thrive on building strong relationships that inspire community pride and generosity? Can you turn great ideas into meaningful action?

At The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital, we are looking for a dynamic Manager, Community Engagement to join us on a temporary, full-time basis (approximately 18 months, starting in November). In this role, you’ll design and execute events, partnerships, and community outreach programs that grow awareness, deepen engagement and support the hospital. This is a unique opportunity to bring your skills to a meaningful cause, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution which makes a direct impact on the care Guelph General provides each day.

The Role

We offer

• Competitive compensation package; hiring range for this role is $65,000 – $75,000
• Opportunities to do challenging and meaningful work in an open and collaborative environment
• Comprehensive group benefit plan
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Generous time off entitlements including floater days, extended long weekends in the summer, and personal days
• This is an 18-month contract full-time position, based on 37.5 hours of work per week; must be flexible to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Opportunity for hybrid work, such as one to two days remote working following an initial orientation period.

Expected Outcomes

• Lead Execution of Signature Fundraising Events
  • Plan and execute key fundraising events/initiatives (e.g., Black Tie Bingo, Tour de Guelph, Split the Pot, Pay Day Payout), including vendor, partner, sponsor and volunteer coordination.
  • Develop and document sponsorship activations that align with both donor and event objectives.
  • Design targeted outreach strategies to expand community reach, building and fostering relationships with local businesses, community leaders, and influencers.
  • Conduct post-event evaluations to identify strengths, weaknesses, and growth opportunities; implement improvements to increase revenue and enhance participant experience.
  • Provide strategic recommendations for event revenue growth and contribute to the business planning process.
  • Collaborate with the Philanthropy team to identify and secure sponsorships and strategic partnerships aligned with the Foundation’s mission.
• Manage Community-led Fundraising Program
  • Act as primary liaison for community members and organizations hosting fundraisers in support of FGGH.
  • Develop and implement an annual growth strategy for community-led fundraising events.
  • Oversee execution of engagement strategies to encourage and support grassroots fundraising.
  • Promote and manage the Peer-to-Peer online fundraising platform.
  • Collaborate with Digital Strategy team members to amplify community-led initiatives via Foundation channels, including the website, e-newsletters, social media, and internal staff communications.
  • Support and steward community-led drives, including toys and other patient comfort items.
• Cultivate Sponsors and Volunteers Relationships
  • Develop and execute a sponsor cultivation plan to build lasting relationships with local businesses, donors and community leaders.
  • Steward past community-led fundraisers to deepen engagement encourage ongoing support.
  • Manage relationships with event committees and volunteers to foster continuous involvement and support of the Foundation’s mission.
  • Recruit, train and support volunteers to ensure successful event execution.
• Team leadership and analysis
  • Monitor and report on performance metrics for signature and community-led events.
  • Ensure accurate recording of fundraising activities and revenue in Raiser’s Edge.
  • Deliver regular performance reports, including ROI and strategic recommendations.
  • Lead and support direct reports through coaching, performance management, and development.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-aligned team culture.
  • Represent the Foundation positively across all community and stakeholder engagements.

Must-haves

• College or university diploma or degree, or equivalent experience in event management and/or communications
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in fundraising, event management or communications, or the ability to demonstrate how current experience can be transferred into this role
• A self-starter with a solid understanding of event management, community engagement tactics, and what success looks like
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage junior team member(s) and volunteers, while also comfortable managing up to senior stakeholders
• Ability to multitask and work on a variety of different projects at the same time
• Experience managing online platforms for email deployment, event ticketing, fundraising initiatives, etc.
• Proficiency in MS Office and associated programs
• Passion for the mission of the Foundation

Nice-to-haves

• Project management training
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge/NXT or other fundraising CRMs
• Experience in fundraising and/or non-profit, healthcare sector and knowledge of the Guelph community

Growth

As our organization continues to grow, make a positive impact on the community, and advance our mission, the Community Engagement Manager has a significant impact on the community we serve and the organization.

Not everyone fits neatly into a box. We value the new perspectives and skills that divergent experience brings. If you have transferrable skills from other areas and feel you can make a meaningful contribution to our work, please apply.

The Organization

The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital exists to transform healthcare through giving. Donors make it possible for the Hospital to purchase 100% of the equipment used in patient care – from life-saving technology to everyday tools that support safety and quality. Together, we’re creating a healthier future for our community.

Learn more about us: https://gghfoundation.ca/

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume in confidence to [email protected] with the subject line, Community Engagement Manager. Apply by Friday, September 12, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis – don’t delay. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Interview Process

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; therefore, we encourage you to apply before the application end date. We are tentatively targeting virtual interviews September 22-26 and in person interviews the weeks of September 29 and October 6 with an expected start date in November 2025.
• Virtual interview (1 hour)
• Short Project or Assignment
• In-person interview (1.5 hours)
• While the start date in November is flexible, successful candidates need to be available the morning of November 3 for mandatory hospital orientation.

Our Commitments

The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital is dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment that values every individual’s unique perspective, background, and abilities. We welcome applications from candidates from different backgrounds, expertise, personalities, talents, and ideas. We treat everyone with kindness and care for one another, making people feel welcome and free to be themselves. As we strive to create an accessible, safe and welcoming space for all, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities during recruitment.

As part of our commitment to the health and safety, all Foundation staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to applicable accommodations.

Volunteers are one of the most important resources we have. 

Your desire to work willingly with us for the betterment of Guelph General Hospital makes you special. We want you on our team!

We value our volunteers and strive to ensure the donation of your time and energy is a meaningful experience. 

Contact [email protected] or 519-837-6422 to learn more!

Proceeds from the gift shop and lottery ticket sales are donated to The Foundation for the purchase of patient equipment.

Courtyard Boutique
Greet everyone arriving in the Gift Shop. Sell and replenish supplies. Keep shop clean and free of clutter. Provide general information and directions to patients and visitors. Shifts are Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; 1 – 4 p.m.; and 4 – 6:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 2 – 5 p.m.

Hospital Equipment Lottery Program For People (H.E.L.P.P.)
Sell break-open lottery tickets to support the purchase of patient care equipment; provide general information and directions to patients and visitors. Must be able to push a cart and lift boxes of tickets. Shifts are Monday-Friday 10 a.m. – noon; noon – 2 p.m. and 2 – 4 p.m.

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