ABOUT FOOD BANKS CANADA

At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and bolster their critical efforts. Through diligent research, we delve into the root causes of food insecurity, devising actionable solutions informed by our findings as we work to create a Canada where no one goes hungry.
In 2024, Waterstone Human Capital recognized our workplace for embodying one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures of the year. This distinction highlights best-in-class Canadian organizations with cultures that have helped them enhance performance. For us, performance means advancing our mission and achieving organizational goals collaboratively with a team that is happy, healthy and engaged.
Our efforts and impact are expanding, and we’re opening doors for passionate, teamwork-driven professionals in search of a career that’s both meaningful and captivating. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all our roles at Food Banks Canada as we support Canadians across the country.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join our team as the Manager, Philanthropic Partnerships and play a vital role in advancing our mission to address hunger and poverty across the country. In this high-impact position, you’ll lead the cultivation and stewardship of corporate and foundation partnerships, securing significant philanthropic investments that drive real change. Collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you’ll craft compelling proposals, develop strategic fundraising initiatives, and contribute to achieving ambitious revenue targets. We’re looking for a persuasive communicator and relationship builder with a proven track record in fundraising, who brings passion, strategic thinking, and a results-driven approach to their work.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation partnerships, leveraging “Moves Management” phases and stewardship activities to secure new, and grow current, partnerships to meet or exceed annual revenue targets
• Write compelling grant proposals and grant applications tailored to the requirements of corporations and foundations
• Collaborate with Food Banks Canada program staff and other team members to gather information, develop project narratives, and create budgets for grant proposals
• Support the Director, Philanthropic Partnership and team members, with the execution of sector diversification initiatives, working closely with the Corporate Partnerships team to optimize revenue generation
• Collaborate effectively with internal department stakeholders to ensure maximum revenue and implementation of fundraising best practices across the entire Development portfolio
• Build relationship loyalty through meticulous service, support, and creative problem solving