Company: CAMH
Location: Toronto, ON
Expected salary: $68841.8 – 78129.98 per year
Job date: Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:43:26 GMT
Job description: This role involves remote/work-from-home arrangements with a requirement for a minimum of two (2) days per week working onsite and may be subject to change as the organization works through its hybrid workforce plan and/or changing needs of the Foundation. We care about our team and community and are aligned with CAMH’s health and safety practices.ABOUT CAMH FOUNDATION
Hi! I’m Trudy Rudolph. I’ve spent the last 3 years with CAMH Foundation watching the company and the cause grow significantly. I am driven by working for a meaningful cause, with an exceptional team, and doing the job I love.I believe the key to an excellent Specialist, Peer-to-Peer Engagement is not just the technical skills but the knowledge of the organization’s business, asking the right questions, listening to the answers and believing in the organization’s mission.
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital and one of the world’s leading research centres in its field.With a dedicated staff of more than 5,000 physicians, clinicians, researchers, educators, and support staff, CAMH offers outstanding clinical care to more than 38,000 patients each year. The organization conducts ground-breaking research, provides expert training to healthcare professionals and scientists, develops innovative health promotion and prevention strategies, and advocates on public policy issues at all levels of government.CAMH Foundation is charged with raising and stewarding funds in support of CAMH. Its role is to help transform the way we understand and address mental illness by raising awareness and increasing engagement across the country. Generous and dedicated supporters help CAMH advance discovery and innovation, build spaces that promote recovery, and break down the stigma of mental illness.The Marketing & Donor Experience team is responsible for bringing the CAMH brand to life, celebrating our community of donors and supporters, and driving vital unrestricted revenue for the hospital to advance mental health care. As members of the team, we are committed to a positive and safe work environment where we support, listen and learn from each other and be accountable to our many key stakeholders.THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Specialist, Peer-to-Peer Engagement plays a vital role in building and deepening relationships with Sunrise ChallengeTM participants and teams. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, this role focuses on cultivating a passionate community of participant fundraisers-ensuring they feel recognized, supported, and inspired to stay engaged with the Sunrise ChallengeTM and CAMH year after year. The Specialist will help deliver personalized stewardship experiences, support strategies to drive fundraising, and identify and engage new participants to grow the campaign. This role may also support Sunrise ChallengeTM employee engagement opportunities in collaboration with the Community and Corporate Partnerships team.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Steward and support a passionate portfolio of Sunrise ChallengeTM participants-including individuals, teams, and past supporters-to build long-term relationships and foster fundraising success.
- Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Peer-to-Peer and other internal teams-including the Manager, Stewardship & Engagement-to identify, inform and execute meaningful stewardship opportunities.
- Help prepare and deliver stewardship emails and other tailored communications (i.e. thank-you messages, impact reports, recognition moments, etc.) often in collaboration with internal partners; maintain accurate tracking and documentation of interactions.
- Identify, research, and reach out to prospective teams and individuals to cultivate new participation in the Sunrise ChallengeTM.
- Proactively engage and re-engage corporate and community teams with a focus on retention and year-over-year growth.
- Collaborate with the Corporate & Community Partnerships team to steward employee engagement with sponsors and top-tier teams.
- Provide technical and fundraising support to team captains and participants via email, phone, and video. This includes team registration, platform troubleshooting, and digital coaching.
- Support planning and execution of engagement activities such as Captain’s Breakfast and in-person celebrations, participant tours, and custom recognition experiences.
- Collaborate with the Sunrise ChallengeTM team and other departments to ensure alignment, share insights, and contribute to strategic fundraising goals.
- Provide general administrative support including tracking engagement, organizing materials, and responding to participant inquiries.
- Maintain strong knowledge of CAMH’s mission, impact stories, and campaign goals to ensure relevant, inspiring engagement.
- University degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.
- Experience in the non-profit sector, ideally in peer-to-peer fundraising, considered an asset.
- Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with persuasive writing abilities and keen attention to detail.
- Professional, positive, and solutions-oriented with a commitment to excellent service and support.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated sound judgment, tact, and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and internet-based tools.
- Experience using fundraising databases such as Raiser’s Edge and Luminate Online (or similar CRM systems).
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
- Fluency in French is an asset, but not required.
Don’t sweat it if you don’t have everything listed above. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe this is the position that will make you excited to come into work every day, then we want to hear from you!Salary Range: $68,841.80 to $78,129.98 annuallyCAMH Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Please contact HR.Foundation@camh.ca. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.Our north star is creating hope and improving outcomes for people facing mental illness. We work in respectful partnerships with each other and our hospital partners to inspire philanthropy and raise awareness in support of mental health.CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.
The CAMH Foundation is seeking a Specialist for Peer-to-Peer Engagement, with a hybrid work model requiring at least two days onsite. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, this role focuses on cultivating relationships with participants of the Sunrise ChallengeTM, ensuring they feel supported and motivated to fundraise. Responsibilities include communication, participant engagement, event planning, and collaboration with internal teams. Candidates should have experience in non-profit and peer-to-peer fundraising, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships. The position offers a salary range of $68,841.80 to $78,129.98 annually. CAMH promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from diverse communities, including those with lived experiences related to mental health.




