At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.  

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential. 

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team. 

You will be working on an upbeat and dynamic team that values building great relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Manager of Partnership and Projects, this position will support a wide range of administrative and community development responsibilities supporting the work of the MLSE Foundation.

This position is responsible for supporting the administration of the community investment portfolio, including grants, capital projects, strategic investments, and proprietary programs. In addition, the role will implement storytelling strategies, steward community partners, maintain database integrity, and liaise with diverse community agencies and Indigenous organizations across Ontario.

Responsibilities:

• Be a primary point of contact for organizations contacting MLSE Foundation.
• Support the administrative processes of grant disbursements and managing due diligence.
• Maintain and review incoming grant applications via electronic tracking system (WizeHive) and ensure accuracy of information, while consistently looking to improve processes and systems, to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Work cross functionally to ensure the accurate preparation of backup for grant cheques, grant packages, grant agreements and evaluations, that meet business objectives but are sensitive to community needs.
• Support the oversight of MLSE Foundation’s strategic partners such as FFBC, ENAGB and others.
• Work collaboratively with the Foundation team, to ensure donors and community partners are engaged, recognized and stewarded in a timely, personalized and meaningful way that respects community sensitivities.
• Keep MLSE Foundation organized by supporting admin tasks such as: internal merchandise orders, shared calendars, storage inventory, board meeting document preparation and briefing notes.
• Support ongoing qualitative and quantitative evaluation of our investment impact, in collaboration with the Research and Evaluation team
• Assist with development and implementation of outreach and marketing activities, campaigns, and strategies.

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience.  We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• You enjoy building networks, partnerships and collaborations. You embed the principles of integrity and trust in your approach to cultivating stakeholder relationships and are driven to build outcomes that benefit all.
• You have experience working with diverse stakeholders both internally and externally.
• You are a clear, confident, and thoughtful communicator.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills. You are comfortable with presentations, public speaking, and community engagement.
• Strong customer service skills including flexibility and patience to deal with varied partners in a professional manner
• You work well in a highly collaborative environment. You are ready to lead and to pitch in. You’re excited to collaborate with partners and peers on projects both big and small.
• You create efficient systems that enable you to work quickly, solve problems proactively, and produce outstanding quality work.
• You’re confident using tools like Microsoft office and WizeHive to support your productivity and are comfortable adapting to changing priorities as needed.
• You have good understanding of the communities we serve, and the Mission and vison of MLSE Foundation and the work of MLSE LaunchPad.
• You have familiarity with applying anti-oppressive and anti-racist principles to your work and engage in continued learning in these areas.

Extra things that can support your application:

• 1-3 years working in workforce
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required to support role and operations
• Adhere to all MLSE service standards and policies including Health & Safety
• Currently have or can acquire, a registered HST number, as well as invoice MLSE Foundation monthly for time worked

Apply by: December 13, 2022

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. 

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