Special Event Manager

About Us

Join a team that makes a real difference in the lives of others every day. At Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation, you will play an important role in supporting cutting‑edge healthcare and improving patient outcomes, while being part of a passionate, inclusive and caring community. We inspire and motivate gifts that fund medical equipment and patient amenities, innovative research initiatives, essential redevelopment of clinical care spaces, and the education and training of health care providers.

As a registered charitable organization, we proudly support patients and families across south-central Ontario, and from outside the region, who receive specialized care at Hamilton Health Sciences including Hamilton General Hospital, Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre, McMaster Children’s Hospital, and St. Peter’s Hospital. The associated programs at the Regional Rehabilitation Centre, McMaster University Medical Centre and Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre are also included.

Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation is building upon a strong foundation of our Culture Code that includes the grounded in the values of We are a Team, We Trust, We Uplift, and We Communicate.

We believe that relationships and partnerships are the basis of excellence in fundraising, and we envision a community of engaged and committed donors.

Every position in HHSF contributes to a safe, inclusive environment for all through compliance with our equity, diversity and inclusion philosophy and adherence to patient and staff safety policies and procedures.

Join a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and community impact. As the Special Events Manager at Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation (HHSF), you will play a key role in delivering the Foundation's most visible signature events. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced event professional who is passionate about creating exceptional participant experiences, building meaningful relationships, and driving fundraising success through innovative and engaging events.

Reporting to the Director, Stewardship and Events, you will lead the planning and execution of a portfolio of signature fundraising events, including Walk and Wheel, Illuminight, Breakthrough Bash, and Hammer Plunge. You will oversee the full event lifecycle, from concept development and operational planning through event execution and post-event evaluation. Working closely with internal teams, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and community partners, you will ensure every event is delivered with excellence, creativity, and attention to detail.

In this role, you will manage event logistics, budgets, timelines, vendor and agency relationships, volunteer engagement, fundraising platforms, sponsorship opportunities, and participant experiences. You will use data and insights to evaluate performance, identify opportunities for growth, and implement strategies that strengthen engagement, increase participation, and maximize fundraising results. The ideal candidate is a highly organized and strategic event professional who enjoys balancing logistics with relationship building and is motivated by creating memorable experiences that make a meaningful difference in healthcare.

• Post-secondary diploma/degree. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Five (5) years’ of progressive events management experience, including P2P fundraising, volunteer management, annual planning budget management and implementation.
• Demonstrated superior organization, flexibility, and multi-tasking skills within a team environment
• Demonstrated agency and vendor management skills
• Experience with P2P fundraising platforms such as Funraisin or Donor Drive
• Exceptional planning and project management skills, combined with a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal and written), interpersonal, problem solving skills
• High degree of initiative and ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize tasks in a positive and effective manner, meeting critical deadlines
• Ability to analyze…