director, external relations
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Events Partnerships Coordinator
Posted on May 21, 2026 by Employer details QEII Foundation
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Events & Partnership CoordinatorThe QEII Foundation is well on its way to success with the $100 million We Are campaign, the largest healthcare fundraising campaign ever undertaken in Atlantic Canada.The Foundation's work inspires generosity to advance healthcare at and through the QEII Health Sciences Centre, funding new technologies, medical research, and innovation. We dream big and are unapologetic about our goals and aspirations to transform healthcare for patients from across Atlantic Canada and beyond.We have been named one of Atlantic Business Magazine's Best Places to Work in 2025. This recognition is a testament to our incredible team, who truly make all the difference.The RoleWe're looking for a people-first, high-energy, detail-driven Events & Partnerships Coordinator to join our growing Events & Partnerships team. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love bringing people together around a meaningful cause, and know how to turn logistics into unforgettable experiences - this role is for you.You'll play a key role in helping deliver one of Canada's Top 3 Peer-to-Peer cycling fundraising events, BMO Ride for Cancer, while supporting the growth of community partnerships, volunteer engagement, and sponsor experiences that fuel healthcare innovation and impact across our province.On any given week, you could be coordinating logistics for a signature event, supporting a community fundraiser, working with corporate partners on custom activations, stewarding sponsors and volunteers, or helping bring new ideas to life that elevate the participant and donor experience. You'll also support initiatives tied to the QEII Foundation's broader Events & Partnerships portfolio, including the corporate partnerships program and Workin' to Win staff employee lottery.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is organized, relationship-driven, and passionate about community impact to grow within a dynamic team and contribute to some of the most recognized fundraising and partnership initiatives in Atlantic Canada.Position ResponsibilitiesncluSupport the development and execution of participant fundraising, engagement, and stewardship strategies for BMO Ride for Cancer.Coordinate event logistics, procurement, and operational planning for signature events, partnerships, and activations.Lead the coordination and execution of the BMO Ride for Cancer Volunteer Program, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, training, and stewardship.Manage participant, Team Captain, volunteer, and partner communications while ensuring an exceptional customer experience.Support and execute community fundraising initiatives, peer-to-peer campaigns, third-party events, and corporate partnerships.Develop and execute sponsor and partner activations in collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.Maintain accurate reporting, record-keeping, and database management related to participants, volunteers, sponsors, and partnerships.Support event-day execution, including set-up, activations, volunteer coordination, and operational logistics.Collaborate across teams to help grow fundraising revenue, community engagement, and partnership impact.Qualifications & ExperienceUniversity degree, college diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Three to five years of experience in events, fundraising, partnerships, customer service, volunteer management, or a related field.Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Experience coordinating events, activations, volunteers, or community initiatives is considered an asset.Familiarity with fundraising platforms, CRM databases, or tools such as Raiser's Edge is an asset.Working ConditionsValid driver's license and reliable access to a personal vehicle are required.Ability to travel regularly to meetings, events, partner locations, and activations.Comfortable p- Location Halifax, NS
- Work location Hybrid
- Salary$54,383 to $61,452YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2228000
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