Manager, Brand Strategy, Governance & Production Full Time

Help us create healthier futures as a
MANAGER, BRAND STRATEGY, GOVERNANCE & PRODUCTION
ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact in 2023, is Canada’s largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each child’s unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.

We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering an unmatched donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading in digital charity.

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here.

We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Manager, Brand Strategy, Governance & Production.
 
Position Status: Permanent Full-Time

Available: Immediately

Description of the Position:
The Manager, Brand Strategy, Governance & Production has the primary responsibility of assisting the internal team on driving strategy for the brand and managing brand lead content. They will oversee brand governance and education across the organization, and are responsible for brand health, reputation, and integrity. They will also work with Hospital partners for integration opportunities and assist in brand productions at the Hospital for Sick Children. The Manager is accountable for project management, from planning through to execution, including workflow and budget management.

You will:
• Gain a deep understanding of the brand and act as primary point of contact for internal and external partners, overseeing brand governance, consultation and education
• Have overall accountability and leadership for brand health, reputation and integrity
• Oversee brand lead content across owned and paid channels
• Work in partnership with lead contacts at the Hospital for Sick Children on various projects, including brand productions (i.e. film and photoshoots) within the Hospital
• Be responsible for the management of all brand assets, including organizing and updating files
• Establish knowledge of each fundraising channel business requirements and proactively anticipates client needs, identifies solutions and increases the value of service
• Develop creative briefs, proposals and presents project deliverables, such as creative, to partners
• Collaborate with the content and creative services team on the production of marketing and communication materials for brand content
• In collaboration with the Associate Director, Brand Strategy, Governance & Production participates in brand related strategic planning session, working closely together with client and external agency strategy team
• Manage external agencies, suppliers and vendor relationships ensuring projects are delivered on-time and on-budget
• Execute and manages the adherence to the established service level agreements with internal fundraising partners and external agencies

Qualifications:
While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure, below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:
• Degree in Marketing/Communications or related field
• 5+ years in progressive marketing roles with understanding of marketing strategy and support, overall media landscape, including digital and brand advertising
• Prior experience at an advertising agency will be considered an asset
• Ability to lead and execute creative development and production processes
• Knowledge of creative design concepts including graphic design, print production
• Excels at building relationships and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional influencing skills
• Experience managing and working in collaboration with creative agencies
• Superior attention to detail as well as excellent verbal and written communications skills
• A “hands on” creative and dynamic approach for delivering project results with a focus on best practices
• Strong project management and performance measurement skills
• Ability to think strategically and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage a large volume of work while thriving in a fast paced, high expectation environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and demands at a time
• Highly proficient in use of Microsoft 365

We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Total Compensation Package:

Hiring Salary Range: $80,051.00 – $100,065.00; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $115,076.00. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation, placement on the salary
range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Manager, Brand Strategy, Governance & Production.

To help you lead in the fight for kids’ health and to support your health, wellness, and career growth, in addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan), tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, pension plan and birth parent/parental top up – to name a few!

Hours: 35-hour work week, flexible work options available

Date Posted: April 26, 2024

Available: Internal and External Candidates

Deadline: May 9, 2024

Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com

SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.com