Join Our Team

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Full-Time, Monday to Friday, Plus Evenings & Weekends (as required)

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Location

In-Person (Office and Local Travel)

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Min. Requirements

Personal Vehicle, Full Ontario Driver’s License

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Date Posted

August 7, 2024

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Salary Range

$62,500 - $82,500 (Performance & Experience Based)

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Direct Supervisor(s)

Director, Strategy & Revenue, and Director, Giving

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Interview Process

5 Stages: 30 Minute Intro Call, 60 Minute Formal Interview, Take-Home Assignment, 15 Minute CEO Call, 30 Minute Final Interview

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A Career with Us

The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA (HBSPCA) is always Pet First. Since 1887, we've advanced the humane treatment of animals through innovative and collaborative education, services, and partnerships. Our diverse programs support over one million animal interactions annually and provide vital resources to ensure the well-being of animals and their families in our community. We take care of animals because they take care of us.

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A career with HBSPCA is a joint commitment to our business and our animals. We champion innovative programs across our community, and we're always moving fast. We're looking for strategic thinkers, animal lovers, and get-it-done teammates, to help us build the next decade of our Animal Welfare Charity. Your passion and commitment to our shared cause will rejuvenate our mission daily. You’ll perform well in a role at HBSPCA if you thrive working with ambiguity, are self-directed and motivated, willing to wear multiple hats and jump in to solve problems that may be unrelated to your direct role, and able to operate on-the-ground while planning ahead strategically.

Please visit www.hbspca.com, or our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to learn more.

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About You

The selected candidate for the Senior Manager, Corporate Partners and Grants role is a self-starter, excellent communicator and is sophisticated and diplomatic when dealing with existing and new funding partners. You can think on your feet, be innovative and direct, listen to potential partner needs, and align them with our program sponsorship opportunities.

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You’re a strategic thinker, always looking to develop creative solutions and innovative sponsorship offerings. You don’t take ‘no’ for an answer – instead, you seek new ways to make every opportunity mutually beneficial for everyone.

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You can operate on the day-to-day level, making cold calls to prospective companies and applying to annual grants, while simultaneously building out ‘the bigger picture’ with new sponsorship packages and acquisition strategies. You’re someone who puts a high-degree of thoughtfulness and attention to details as you mend existing relationships, and begin building new ones.

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You thrive in a fast-paced environment, where deadlines are often conflicting, and a re-balancing of priorities is a daily exercise. You operate well under-pressure, and can leverage both strong (internal and external) communication to align expectations, and emotional intelligence to make decisions in-context. You’re someone who collaborates with a high degree of effectiveness, and can appreciate and operate within your role, while recognizing how it overlaps and aligns with others across the organization.

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This role is right for you if…

·      You enjoy researching and identifying potential partners

·      You thrive on selling a concept, product, or service

·      You enjoy listening to stakeholders and developing custom deliverables

·      You understand that Stewardship is not the same as Sales and Closing

·      You enjoy the opportunity to demonstrate your success by numbers and value

·      You have exceptional organizational and prioritization skills

·      You posses a high attention to detail

·      You are an idea person, creative and responsive

·      You can work with your peers to understand needs and match funding models

·      You love pitching products, services or programs to an audience

If this sounds like you, please continue to read-on to learn more about this opportunity.

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About the Opportunity

Working jointly under the Director, Strategy and Revenue, and Director, Giving, your role is to target corporations, granting agencies and other business organizations to develop substantial and sustainable funding sources. Your focus will be on the stewardship, cultivation & activation of corporate partners and grants, and you’ll own and execute a funding continuum strategy – aligning HBSPCA and partner needs, to funding opportunities.

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The Senior Manager, Corporate Partners & Grants will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and is responsible for building interdepartmental relationships, managing expectations, and handling sensitive and challenging situations. You’re the owner of all responsibilities for this role, with the expectation that you will build a sustainable group of volunteers to support administrative, research and communication activities.

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Corporate Sponsorship

Corporate Sponsorship is about securing high-value partnerships with businesses which align with our brand. The goal of these sponsorships is to bring dollars into the organization for pre-identified programs and spaces that require operational and/or capital funding, making EVERY program self-sustaining. Sponsorships may range from $10,000 to $100,000 per year per sponsor. The minimum target for this role is $150,000 CAD within the first 12 months.

·      Identify brands that are the right match for corporate engagement with HBSPCA

·      Work with directors to design sponsorable programs that meet the needs of potential corporate partners (i.e. employee program, product or brand promotion, corporate giving, etc.)

·      Build program pitch decks and proposals to target corporations, articulate a mutually-benefit partnership, and secure large-scale sponsorships

·      Identify and create multi-year corporate partnerships to support all Community and Operational Programs at the HBSPCA (i.e. Adoption, Foster, Pet Visiting, Emergency Housing, Behaviour, End of Life, TNVR, Volunteer, Hospital etc.), as well as sponsorable spaces (i.e. new shelter and hospital development, program spaces, etc.)

·      Identify and execute ways to upsell brand partnerships, creating a ‘brand bidding war’ that accurately accounts for the true value of the HBSPCA Brand

·      Identify and create new ways to recognize and showcase brands, building value for the corporate partner, including but not limited to, media awareness

·      Record your engagement and communications (pitch, research, contact information, success, or decline) within partner/donor CRM

·      All other duties as assigned

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Grants

Grants are about matching grant criteria with existing or planned programming, and/or building new programs to meet grant criteria. Grants work hand-in-hand with corporate sponsorship, yet are unique due to having less-flexibility. Grants may range from $10,000 to $100,000 per year per grant. The minimum target for this role is $200,000 CAD within the first 12 months.

·      Conduct research and lead generation to support applications for grant funding

·      Identify and track new and existing funding opportunities and deadlines, with the goal of making our community animal programs more financially sustainable

·      Coordinate and manage the preparation of applications for grant funding; sourcing required inputs (data and story) from cross-functional departments, consistently communicating funding application deadlines, and tracking the status of in- progress grant applications

·      Evaluate and provide guidance on the appropriateness of grant application budgets

·      Monitor the spending of grant funding and prepare reports for external funders

·      Help build internal capacity for grants through the creation/delivery of educational materials, seminars, and workshops

·      Lead and work with volunteers, training and guiding them in grant writing

·      Communication to existing granting sources, to provide recognition and follow up reporting for their benefit, ensuring funding sustainability

·      Identifying and recording of all grant research within partner/donor CRM

·      All other duties as assigned

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Gift-In-Kind (GIK)

Gift-In-Kind is about identifying and managing ongoing and capital NEEDS for the organization, and sourcing suppliers to provide for FREE, or at a significant (75%+) discount. GIK is only to be sourced for products actually needed by the organization (not ‘nice-to-haves’). Gift-In-Kind may range from $25,000 to $500,000 per one-time supplier. The minimum target for this role is $1,000,000 CAD within the first 12 months.

·      Manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gift-in-kind donations for the entire organization. Source and secure gifts and/or discounts of products and services

·      Identify areas and products/services of the organization that can be supported by Gift in Kind products, discounts, or free services (Product in Lieu)

·      Create and manage an end-to-end process for collecting and prioritizing gift-in-kind requests across theorganization

·      Seek opportunities for international, national, provincial, and local gift-in-kind donors to support needs of the organization, including the new Capital Build

·      Identify, pitch and secure gift-in-kind donations from suppliers, manufacturers, vendors, brands, charities, and foundations to reduce operating expenses

·      Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and experience in conducting research using a variety of resources (search engines, publications & periodicals, databases)

·      Identifying and recording of all gift-in-kind progress within partner/donor CRM

·      All other duties as assigned

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Minimum Requirements

·       Must be a team player with proven problem solver abilities and a get-it-done mentality

·       Strong ability to listen and observe, putting the organization’s needs before their-own

·       Must have a valid driver’s license, and a personal vehicle to utilize for business travel

·       Ability to work around pet companions, with enjoyment working around all types of animals

·       Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of small and large audiences

·       Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate needs

·       Proficient with Microsoft and all other major competitive platforms (i.e. Google, Zoom, etc.)

·       Ability to work independently, with minimal direction, and collaborate with a large team

·       Desire to grow within the organization and support a ‘larger-than-themselves’ NPO mission

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Preferred Experiences

·       Tech-savvy with proven track record researching, implementing and learning new technologies

·       Experience using Notion, Tally, Webflow, Constant Contact, Grant Connect, and/or Raiser’s Edge

·       Completed, submitted and successfully received grants or sponsorships in previous roles

·       Worked within a sales and/or donor stewardship environment

·       Created proposals, pitches and marketing materials for new programs or products

·       Managed a team of paid employees or volunteers to complete administrative tasks

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Competitive and Equitable

The HBSPCA offers paid vacation, pet discounts, and extended health care benefits.

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The HBSPCA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, as well as individuals of all abilities. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let our team know.

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Compensation at HBSPCA is well-above industry average in the Canadian Charitable and Animal Welfare Sectors. We operate like a business, placing performance at the forefront of what we do, and recognizing our team for making us the best in the industry. We believe in investing in our talent to build more robust, creative and impactful programs for the communities we serve. The salary range for this role is based on experience and may include internal performance-based compensation.

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How to Apply

Please send your resume (no more than 1 page), and a custom letter to careers@hbspca.com. The custom letter should state: 1. Why you want to work with HBSPCA and this specific role, 2. Your top qualification for this role (only one), 3. The top 3 companies AND/OR grants you’d reach out to ASAP for funding, 4. A NEW, creative and innovative program you’d launch that would generate funding support, and 5. Your number one (#1) question stemming from this role description.

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We thank all applicants for applying, however, only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Do you dream about working in shelter medicine and dabbling in outreach? Love the idea of working in a multi-shelter environment supporting homeless and owned pets? Does it excite you to make a difference in their lives? Our Registered Veterinary Technician role might be exactly what you’re looking for!

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Who You Are

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·You’re outgoing and energetic.

·You’re an animal AND people advocate.

· You thrive when you’re helping animals but are a natural talent in customer service

· You like to dive into your role and support your team however possible

·You’re not afraid to get messy, know how to handle that ferocious feral cat, and can wrap a surgery pack like nobody can

· Your favorite part of the day is surgery (or administering medications, or vaccinating a dog, or trying to figure out if that rabbit really is fixed)

· You are a medical triage champ and are cool as a cucumber doing it

· You are a whiz at animal handling (including those spicy kittens!)

· You think giving IV fluids or placing urinary catheters is THE best, and waiting for bloodwork results is the highlight of the day

· You are prepared and understanding that we can see hard things every day, but focus on the incredible lives we impact long the way

· You thrive in a fast-paced environment, and can excel at any challenge thrown your way – multi-tasking? Easy! Prioritizing tasks? You can do it in your sleep. Adapt to change well? Absolutely! Time management skills? You were born with them!

· You work best when collaborating in a team with volunteers and staff

· You are a self-starter who is innovative and team oriented

· You are highly organized – your to-do lists are a work of art

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What You'll Be Doing

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·Performing daily rounds of all animals to identify any medical or behavioral concerns

·Medication administration, vaccination and microchipping as required

·Assisting the veterinarian on daily medical rounds and administering prescribed treatments

·Wellness examinations of new intakes, basic recheck examinations

·Triage of any emergency or urgent patients to ensure timely medical treatment is provided

·Anesthesia and post-operative care of all surgical patients

·Medical care of any hospitalized patients in clinic, including IV fluids, urinary catheters

· Inhouse laboratory work including urinalysis, fecal testing and cytology (bloodwork sent off site)

·Working with foster families, PAWS, shelter staff and volunteers

·Supporting clinic volunteers in their training and duties, as well as engaging and building relationships with them

·Fostering relationships with colleagues, volunteers, customers

·Other duties as required

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Qualifications

·Diploma or Degree from a Veterinary Technology or Veterinary Technician program and in good standing with the OAVT.

·Ability to build effective relationships with staff, volunteers, customers, and community partners.

·Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

·Excellent interpersonal skills to manage varying behaviors of staff, customers, and contacts.

·Compassionate and humane treatment of animals, both on and off the job.

·Ability to function effectively under stress and ambiguity and accept direction.

·Organizational skills to manage time and multiple duties.

·Capability to handle multiple priorities and deliver timely results.

·Willingness to work weekends and meet center requirements.

·Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, and basic office equipment.

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Working at HBSPCA

· We are a growing team of animal lovers

· We get things done at a fast pace, and love tackling new and exciting ideas

· We believe in empowering people – we want to empower you to do your job and watch you lead your team

· We do best when collaborating, and it’s important that everyone’s voice is heard

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The Perks

·Hourly wage $25-$27 depending on years of experience

·Comprehensive health and dental benefits

·Annual OAVT Renewal Fee

·Employee Assistance Program

·Access to staff pet food program (discounted retail prices)

·Access to staff veterinary services program

· An environment always filled with adorable animals

·Annual Scrub allowance

The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA (HBSPCA) is a leader in animal welfare in the Golden Horseshoe and oneof Ontario’s most progressive animal welfare agencies. Our aspiration is keeping pets and their people together. Service to community supports pet parents, delivers early intervention for pet health and wellness where pet families live, and is guided by the benefits of the human animal bond.

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The HBSPCA is a not-for-profit animal welfare organization largely supported by donors and friends of the animals. Relations with donors are of top importance; donors make miracles happen every day for animals in the community and in care.

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The Position

The Major & Planned Giving Officer is a new role within the organization. The Major & Planned Giving Officer is a self-starter, excellent communicator and is sophisticated and diplomatic when dealing with existing and new donors in our community and abroad. The Major and Planned Giving Officer assists in planning and implementing activities to meet the long-term goal of building HBSPCA planned gifts, as well as raising current support for operations. The Major and Planned Giving Officer meets with donors and prospects to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward planned and major gifts, working as part of a collaborative team across the Giving Division. This position reports to the Director of Individual Giving. As much time as possible is expected to be spent visiting with, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and prospects.

You will work with third party organizations like lawyers, funeral homes, estate professionals as the lowhanging lead generation opportunities. You recognize that prospecting is both corporate and individual. The compensation is $60K to $70K.

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This job is right for you if...

·       You enjoy researching and prospecting.

·       You enjoy meeting people one on one.

·       You enjoy listening to our stakeholders needs and wants, can translate those into outcomes.

·       You enjoy developing relationships with current and new donors.

·       You enjoy the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership and strength directly by your success in numbers and value.

·       You have exceptional organizational and prioritization skills with high attention to detail.

·       You are an idea person, creative and responsive.

·       You are able to work with your peers and other departments to understand their needs and match or build related partnership funding models.

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Responsibilities

·       Identify with the Director of Data, Privacy & Architecture a portfolio of potential donors to cultivate and steward along with new and ongoing identified prospects.

·       Lead the development and implementation of a leadership circle of cause champions and higher $2,500. + annual gift donors

·       Identify the potential of a HBSPCA endowment fund.

·       Identify and build a Potential Campaign (i.e. Inspired by you Campaign)

·       Manage a portfolio of up too 150 major and planned giving prospects and donors to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward supporters, including:

o   Planned giving prospects and donors to secure and formalize their planned gifts and to deepen their relationships with HBSPCA.

o   Potential and current major gift and restricted gift donors to support current operations.

·       Conduct face to face visits with Legacy prospects and major planned gift prospects – approximately 50% planned giving, 50% major donors.

·       Develop written proposals, illustrations, gift agreements, renewal letters, and other donorcommunications.

·       Develop strategies and execute marketing plans to promote planned gifts among HBSPCA constituents through mail, surveys, on-air spots, web, e-mail, and print media.

·       Participate in major and planned gift donor events for HBSPCA, including planning, execution, and speaking roles, as required.

·       Serve as the lead of HBSPCA Major & Planned Giving Team and larger Giving Team, including participating in planning meetings, retreats, task forces, and as liaison to HBSPCA content areas.

·       Document donor contacts in donor management / Raisers Edge system following established protocols.

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·       Provide regular reports on prospect management and fundraising results.

·       Regularly travel to serve donors across Hamilton and occasionally travel provincially.

·       Other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

·       Must be a team player

·       Proven problem solver abilities

·       Strong ability to listen and observe

·       Ability to build partnerships and successful pitch documents

·       Must have a valid driver’s license

·       Employment conditional on ability to work around pet companions

·       Comfortable speaking/presenting in front of groups of people

·       Enjoys working with all types of pets

·       Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office and related programs

·       Ability to work independently or part of a team.

·       You want to grow within the organization

The HBSPCA offers paid vacation, pet discounts, and extended health care benefits.

The HBSPCA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, as well as individuals of all abilities. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the shelter.

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We thank all applicants for applying, however, only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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‍Calling All Animal Lovers, Photographers, and Videographers!
Become HBSPCA's Pet Storyteller & Visual Communications Lead – Create compelling stories to help pets find their forever homes!
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Are you passionate about animals and creative storytelling through both photography and videography?
The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA (HBSPCA) is seeking a Pet Storyteller & Visual Communications Lead – a visionary who can capture the essence of our animals, creating beautiful stories through images and videos that inspire people to adopt and care for pets in need.
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Why This Role Matters

Powerful imagery and storytelling have the potential to save lives. Just last month, Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) broke a 48-year adoption record using captivating photos and videos. Now, we’re looking to do the same at HBSPCA, elevating how we showcase our animals and improving their chances of adoption.
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Who We Are Looking For

We’re seeking a creative and passionate individual who can use both their camera and video equipment to tell the heartwarming stories of our animals. The Pet Storyteller & Visual Communications Lead will have the unique role of developing a compelling visual narrative through both photography and videography, helping potential adopters connect with our animals before they even step foot in the shelter.

You are:

• A Creative Storyteller: You craft compelling visual stories that show the personality and soul of each animal through stunning images and engaging videos.
• A Skilled Videographer & Photographer: You capture animals’ playful sides and their journeys to find a home, making every frame count.
• A Visual Strategist: You align your work with the broader communications strategy, ensuring the visuals serve the goal of improving adoptions and engaging the community.
• Patient & Compassionate: You understand that some animals may need extra time, patience, and love to come out of their shell for that perfect moment.
• Collaborative & Inspiring: You work well with a diverse team, inspiring volunteers and staff, and coordinating with marketing for a unified storytelling approach.
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What You'll Do

• Photograph and Film Animals: Capture still images and videos that showcase the best features and personalities of each animal, helping tell their unique stories.
• Create Engaging Visual Content for Campaigns: Develop visual content for social media, websites, newsletters, and other digital platforms to drive adoptions and community involvement.
• Produce Compelling Videos: Tell the story of our animals through heartwarming videos that highlight their journeys and provide insight into their personalities for potential adopters.
• Mentor & Train Volunteers and Staff: Share your skills with volunteers and team members to grow the shelter’s visual storytelling capacity, improving photography and videography techniques.
• Visual Brand Development: Work with the team to maintain a consistent visual brand across all content, driving engagement and positive perceptions of the HBSPCA.
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Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in both photography and videography, with a focus on animals, wildlife, or action.
• Proficiency in photo and video editing software to create high-quality, emotionally compelling content.
• Leadership skills to drive visual storytelling efforts and collaborate across teams.
• Knowledge of equipment ranging from smartphones to professional cameras, with the ability to adapt to different visual content needs.
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Why Join HBSPCA?

As the Pet Storyteller & Visual Communications Lead, your work will directly influence adoption rates and the lives of our shelter animals. Your creativity will spotlight each pet’s unique journey, helping them find loving homes and making a positive impact on animal welfare in our community.
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Apply Today!

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‍If you’re passionate about storytelling through photography and videography, and ready to make a difference in the lives of shelter animals, we want to hear from you!
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Please send your resume, portfolio (including both photo and video work), and a brief statement on what inspires your storytelling. Join us in making every pet’s story one that ends with a happily-ever-after!
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Salary: $55K - 75K
Submit Resume and Photography Portfolio to: Careers@hbspca.com

Join Our Team as the HBSPCA's E-Commerce Gift & Trend Curator!
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Shape Our Online Shopping Experience and Drive Exciting Gift Catalogues!

Are you a creative, fast-paced, and detail-oriented individual with a passion for all things e-commerce?
The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA (HBSPCA) is searching for a Gift Catalogue & E-Commerce Lead to bring our online shopping experience to life. You will build stunning seasonal gift catalogues, partner with local vendors, and feature the best animal products on the market.|
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What You’ll Be Doing

As our Gift Catalogue & E-Commerce Lead, you'll be at the forefront of our online retail strategy. Your primary focus will be to curate captivating gift catalogs for occasions like Christmas, birthdays, summer events, and more. You’ll be responsible for bringing fresh, trendsetting products to our online store that appeal to animal lovers, HBSPCA supporters, and anyone seeking the perfect gift.
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Identifying great items and determining what will be most desirable to our audience will be key to the store’s success.
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This is a Work-from-Home Opportunity

Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely, with specific launch dates and times for catalog rollouts to keep you on track and ensure successful product launches throughout the year.
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Key Responsibilities

• Research & Product Selection: Identify unique, high-quality products that align with HBSPCA’s values and audience preferences by researching trends and customer demands.
• Building Connections: Partner with local vendors, animal product suppliers, and both private and corporate manufacturers to select standout items for our catalogues.
• Negotiation & Pricing: Work with vendors to negotiate pricing, shipping terms, and exclusivity deals that benefit HBSPCA and our customer base.
• Content Coordination & Site Launches: Collaborate with the creative team to produce compelling descriptions, visuals, and site designs for each collection launch, ensuring all items are showcased attractively and accurately.
• Seasonal Curation & Gifting Campaigns: Manage the full cycle of our online gifting campaigns, from summer fun collections to festive holiday gift boxes, supporter clothing, and more.
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Who We’re Looking For

We want someone who can move quickly, think creatively, and operate with precision – all while working under tight deadlines. Your experience and passion for e-commerce will be instrumental in driving traffic and sales, bringing the best of animal-themed products to our audience.
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Skills & Experience

• Shopify & E-Commerce Expertise: Strong background in managing online storefronts, specifically on Shopify, including product uploading, site management, and analytics.
• Purchasing & Vendor Relations: Proven experience in purchasing, negotiating, and building lasting vendor partnerships, ideally with both private and corporate manufacturers.
• Trendsetting & Creative: A keen eye for what’s trending, an ability to select items that will attract attention and drive online sales, and a flair for fashion, gifts, and lifestyle.
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: Capable of managing multiple product lines, catalogs, and campaigns simultaneously while keeping every detail perfect.
• Adaptable & Deadline-Driven: Ability to move swiftly and handle tight timelines with confidence, especially when preparing catalog launches for key events and seasons.

What We Offer

• Contract Position with flexible hours and the opportunity to shape a growing online retail presence.
• Work-from-home opportunity with a focus on meeting specific launch dates and times.
• The chance to be at the cutting edge of retail trends, working creatively to showcase great local and animal-friendly products.
• An environment that values innovation, collaboration, and impact on both the HBSPCA community and animal welfare.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to help HBSPCA bring our gift and catalog vision to life, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume, cover letter, and examples of your e-commerce or product curation work. Let’s build something special together and create an online experience that animal lovers will adore!
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Salary: $55K - 75K
Submit Resume and E-commerce Experience to: careers@hbspca.com

Join Our Team and Make a Lasting Impact!
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Become the Corporate Partnerships, Sponsorship & Grant Lead at HBSPCA

Are you a dynamic, strategic thinker who thrives on building meaningful connections and driving positive change?
The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA (HBSPCA) is seeking a Corporate Partnerships, Sponsorship & Grant Lead to cultivate new relationships, identify impactful sponsorships, and secure essential grant funding to support our mission of helping animals and enhancing community programs.
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Your Mission

In this multifaceted role, you will wear many hats – creative storyteller, strategic thinker, and relationship builder – all focused on three key areas:

1. Corporate Partnerships: Build and nurture strong corporate relationships by listening to partners' needs, identifying opportunities that align with their goals and ours, and creating strategic proposals to form long-term, meaningful partnerships.
2. Sponsorships: Develop and execute sponsorship strategies that bring visibility and resources to the HBSPCA. Work closely with our volunteers to craft compelling sponsorship opportunities for events, campaigns, and programs that engage corporate sponsors and meet their objectives.
3. Grants: Source, write, and secure grants that align with the HBSPCA’s vision and benefit specific areas within our organization. Match grant opportunities with our organizational needs, develop persuasive applications, and ensure all requirements are met.
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What You’ll Be Doing

• Build & Maintain Relationships: Connect with corporate partners, sponsors, and granting bodies to understand their needs and interests, and develop tailored proposals that align with HBSPCA’s mission and programs.
• Research & Identify Opportunities: Identify leads, potential partners, and grant opportunities that align with the organization’s goals. Use your keen sense for spotting trends and partnership potential to expand our reach and maximize impact.
• Create Engaging Proposals & Applications: Use creative and strategic language to craft proposals, sponsorship packages, and grant applications that showcase our work, build strong cases for support, and resonate with partners' goals.
• Work Collaboratively with Volunteers: Engage and lead volunteers who support sponsorship and partnership development, providing guidance and working together to craft and deliver successful proposals.
• Strategize & Innovate: Think strategically to match our programs, initiatives, and events with the best partners and funding opportunities. Tailor partnership strategies to meet deadlines and organizational priorities.
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Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a master communicator, strategic planner, and adept multitasker who can juggle different opportunities while staying deadline-driven and organized. You should be an excellent listener – capable of understanding what corporate partners value and how to align those values with our work – and an innovator, always looking for creative ways to connect, collaborate, and fundraise.
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Skills & Experience

• Strategic Proposal Writing: Demonstrated ability to craft compelling proposals, grant applications, and sponsorship pitches that are clear, strategic, and creatively designed to resonate with corporate partners.
• Relationship-Building & Networking: Strong interpersonal skills to develop, maintain, and grow partnerships with corporate sponsors, grant-makers, and stakeholders.
• Project & Deadline Management: Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, managing multiple opportunities, proposals, and relationships concurrently.
• Innovative & Solution-Oriented: A proactive thinker who can identify opportunities and align them with HBSPCA’s mission, making each partnership and sponsorship truly impactful.
• Volunteer Leadership: Comfortable working with and guiding volunteers in the partnership and sponsorship process.
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What We Offer

• An Impactful Role: Be part of a passionate team committed to enhancing the lives of animals and the community and use your skills to secure vital partnerships and funding.
• A Chance to Drive Change: The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the organization’s future, working creatively to build relationships that drive our mission forward.
• Collaboration & Growth: Work closely with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who share a love for animals and a drive to make a difference.
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How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead the charge in building partnerships, securing sponsorships, and unlocking grant funding for a cause you can believe in, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your resume, cover letter, and examples of your successful partnership, sponsorship, or grant achievements. Let's work together to create impactful connections for the HBSPCA and the animals we serve!
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Salary: $55K - 75K
Submit Resume to: careers@hbspca.com