Senior Philanthropy Officer

This is a Full Time Job

DESCRIPTION:

We are currently hiring for the position of:

SENIOR PHILANTHROPY OFFICER

The Senior Philanthropy Officer is a frontline fundraiser responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of major donors contributing $25,000 annually. This role identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards gifts to achieve annual revenue of $1M and build long-term philanthropic partnerships. By executing tailored engagement strategies, proposals, and stewardship plans, the position ensures donors remain connected to TIFF’s mission and programs, advancing both year-round activities and the Festival. This role reports to the Senior Director of Philanthropy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shall include but not be limited to:

• Manage a portfolio of up to 75 individual and family foundation donors giving $25,000, with an annual portfolio revenue target of $1M.
• Develop and execute donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies tailored to each prospect.
• Partner with the Senior Director, Philanthropy, CBMO, Philanthropy & Partnerships Committee, and other internal stakeholders to support major gift fundraising and joint solicitations.
• Create individualized donor engagement plans, proposals, impact reports, and impact updates.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, data integrity, prospect tracking, and Moves Management in Raiser’s Edge.
• Lead campaign initiatives and donor-facing events (Tribute Awards, Beyond the Red Carpet, etc.).
• Contribute to departmental impact reporting and annual reporting to portfolio donors.
• Serve as a liaison with Programming and Events teams to integrate donor engagement with TIFF experiences.
• Maintain strong stewardship practices, ensuring donor benefits are fulfilled and recognition is timely.
• Support pipeline growth by identifying new prospects and upgrading existing relationships.

TARGET CONTRACT DATE:

• November 3, 2025

WORK LOCATION:

• Office Location: 350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
• This position requires being in office on a regular basis.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of progressive fundraising, sales, or relationship management experience with demonstrated success securing gifts of $25,000.
• Proven track record managing a portfolio of 75-100 donors with $1M annual value.
• Familiarity with the Canadian arts and culture landscape.
• Knowledge of major gift strategies, metrics, and Moves Management.
• Strong CRM/database skills (Raiser’s Edge preferred, experience using Opportunities for moves management).
• Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail.
• Interest in film and the mission of TIFF.
• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends.

HOW TO SUBMIT & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• All applications must be submitted online through TIFF’s Career Centre.
• Please upload your cover letter and resumé as PDF(s), before the deadline of Friday, October 17, 2025.

CLOSING:

We thank everyone.