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Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships Job Description Job Title : Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships Reports to : Director, Corporate Partnerships Department : Corporate Partnerships Terms of Employment : Full Time, Permanent Salary : $75,000 Annually ( Compensation bonus applicable ,based upon Performance) Please be advised : This posting is for an open vacancy. Habitat for Humanity GTA is greater Torontos most recognized provider and advocate of solutions that tackle our regions housing crisis. Our mission is to create a world where everyone has a safe, quality place to live. We focus on creative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in Toronto, Brampton, Caledon, York Region and Durham Region. With the help of volunteers, donors and community partners, we unlock change for generations by bringing the benefits of home ownership to more people and communities. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 23 new communities, empowering more than 500 families. Why Join Us? A meaningful opportunity to make an impact and help your local community Habitat for Humanity days, paid personal and sick days Generous Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) RRSP matching eligibility Volunteer opportunities to support our Habitat for Humanity Builds Growth and development opportunities Great entry-level opportunity for new graduates, or experienced customer service professionals The pride of being part of a highly respected, high profile global charity Job Purpose The Development Officer, Corporate Partnerships plays a key role in growing Habitat for Humanity GTAs corporate support by identifying, cultivating, and securing new corporate partners for Build Days and related partnership opportunities. This role focuses on building relationships with prospective corporate supporters, understanding their community investment and employee engagement goals, and aligning those interests with Habitat GTAs mission and partnership offerings. The role exists to expand Habitat GTAs corporate partner base, support sustainable revenue growth, and contribute to long-term corporate relationships that advance the organizations affordable housing goals. Job Duties Manage an annual corporate fundraising target, contributing to the overall revenue goals of the Corporate Partnerships team. Proactively identify and engage prospective corporate partners through outreach, networking, referrals, events, and research. Build and manage a portfolio of new corporate prospects at various stages of cultivation, solicitation, and confirmation. Conduct thoughtful discovery conversations to understand prospective partners priorities, capacity, and alignment with Habitat GTAs mission and programs. Present Build Day and partnership opportunities that align corporate interests with Habitat GTAs impact and approved partnership offerings. Lead solicitation conversations and secure corporate partnership commitments in alignment with approved contribution levels and partnership guidelines. Where appropriate, encourage multi-year corporate partnerships that support sustained engagement and long-term impact. Track progress against fundraising targets and adjust outreach and cultivation strategies as needed. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Raisers Edge NXT, including prospect activity, next steps, anticipated commitments, and communication history. Use CRM data to support forecasting, program planning, and internal reporting. Provide regular updates on prospect activity, solicitations, and anticipated revenue to the Director, Corporate Partnerships. Ensure all prospect and partnership information is documented clearly and consistently to support operational planning and stewardship. Internal Coordination & Governance Compliance Ensure a thorough and timely handoff to the Build-Day Operations Manager following confirmation of corporate commitments, including partnership details, group size, timelines, and expectations. Collaborate closely with the B2B Growth & Data Manager to align on prospecting priorities, lead flow, and outreach strategies. Follow Corporate Partnerships marketing and communications governance by submitting complete and accurate briefs for any prospect-facing materials. Coordinate internally to ensure partnership commitments align with program availability, inventory, and operational capacity. Market and Relationship Development Develop familiarity with assigned industries to identify corporate prospects with strong potential for community investment and employee engagement. Stay informed about corporate social responsibility trends, employee engagement practices, and corporate giving priorities to inform outreach and partnership discussions. Attend select networking events, industry events, and Habitat-hosted engagements to build relationships and generate new prospects. Represent Habitat GTA professionally and consistently in all external interactions. Other Duties Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and cross-departmental collaboration as required. Contribute to continuous improvement of fundraising tools, messaging, and processes. Duties may be amended as required to meet evolving organizational needs. Summary of Skills & Qualifications College diploma or bachelors degree in business, fundraising, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred. 35 years of experience in corporate fundraising, business development, or relationship-based sales, with demonstrated success in securing new partnerships or revenue. Proven ability to identify and engage new prospects through outreach, networking, and relationship-building activities. Strong cultivation, solicitation, and negotiation skills, with comfort making direct financial asks. Ability to articulate Habitat GTAs mission, programs, and impact clearly to corporate decision-makers. Experience using CRM systems, with strong attention to data accuracy and follow-up. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple prospects and priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and professional presence. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal partners. Your Application If you are ready to make a change in your local community and become a part of our team at Habitat for Humanity GTA, click on the Apply button within this posting or click on our Careers Page to find more: Habitat for Humanity GTA careers page is not linked here. Your Future at Habitat for Humanity GTA Awaits. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada throughout the duration of their employment with Habitat for Humanity GTA. Proof of eligibility will be required. Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dont meet every single requirement? Women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Habitat, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if youre excited about this role, but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to ensuring a barrier-free, accessible and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove barriers to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities, providing the applicant has met the bonafide requirements of the employment position. Please inform us should accommodation be required at any point during the recruitment and selection process. As part of our selection process, the successful candidate must complete a police background check. We thank all applicants for their interest in Habitat for Humanity GTA, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Habitat for Humanity GTA does not use artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants in the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr