parkinson canada

head of philanthropy & campaign

Position Overview

Organization: Parkinson Canada

Title: Head of Philanthropy and Campaign  

Reports to: VP, Philanthropy, Brand Marketing and Communications

Team: Four (4) direct reports: Associate Director, Philanthropy; Manager, Major Gifts; Manager, Prospect Research and Development; Development Coordinator

Location: This is a fully remote position, we welcome applicants from across Canada. Parkinson Canada’s head office is at 316 - 4211 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario.

Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000, plus a comprehensive benefit and vacation package. Compensation will be determined commensurate with experience.

Is This You?

You are a collaborative, strategic fundraising leader with a proven track record of driving major gift strategies and leading successful campaigns. You thrive in dynamic environments and are energized by the opportunity to build, scale and elevate a major gifts program. You have experience leading a comprehensive, multi-year campaign, and you understand how a campaign can amplify donor engagement and unlock new levels of philanthropic investment.  

You are a visionary who thinks big and navigates ambiguity with confidence. You know how to rally others around bold ideas – even before they are fully formed – and you bring people together to solve problems and create lasting impact.  

Donors are inspired by your authenticity, strategic mindset, and deep commitment to their philanthropic journey. You build lasting relationships, craft compelling cases for support, and steward donors with care and creativity. You follow through on your promises and bring professionalism to every interaction.

You are a data-informed decision-maker, and you apply an analytical lens to fundraising, using insights to guide donor engagement, forecast revenue, and shape long-term growth.

You’ve built high-performing teams through mentorship, transparency, and a shared pursuit of  excellence. Your colleagues and direct reports would describe you as someone who leads with empathy, integrity, and purpose.

Above all, you are inspired by the mission of Parkinson Canada. By the vision of creating a future where no one is limited by Parkinson’s.

If this sounds like you, then please click here to read the entire Position Profile.