At The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation (PMCF), our mission is to create a world free from the fear of cancer. Cancer remains the number one cause of death for Canadians and our top priority is to accelerate cancer research and care. 

Our role is to garner support for Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, one of the world’s leading cancer research and treatment centres, through philanthropy, fundraising events, and our world-renowned lottery program. The work we accomplish drives groundbreaking research, relentless innovation, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients and their loved ones. 

Now, we have an opportunity to blaze an even brighter future for everyone affected by cancer.  

We will Carry The Fire for cancer patients everywhere, lighting the way forward through discovery, reigniting our commitment to transform cancer outcomes and ease the profound suffering cancer causes patients and their loved ones.   

At the PMCF, every one of us carries the fire for someone else. Join us as we inspire a movement and help us achieve our vision to change the way we understand, diagnose, and treat cancer.  

Union: Non-Union
Department: Corporate and Community Partnerships
Hours: 35 hours
Salary range: $60,000 - $69,000 (with additional benefits such as bonuses, pension, etc.)
Status: Permanent, Full Time
Vacancy: Backfill - Existing Vacancy 
Posted Date: March 6, 2026
Closing Date: March 22, 2026

The Senior Coordinator, RIDE & RIDE North Events is an integral member of the Corporate & Community Partnerships Team, and plays a key leadership role in the planning, procurement, participant experience, and operational delivery of the RIDE(s) portfolio, that includes both RIDE and RIDE North, helping to raise over $22MM annually.

This role combines strategic event execution, vendor and procurement management, and cross-functional project leadership. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to own key operational streams — including merchandise procurement and accommodation strategy — ensuring delivery excellence, fiscal responsibility, and exceptional participant experience.

You are a proactive project manager who thrives in complexity, brings strong commercial judgment, and leads with accountability with an eye to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Event & Operational Leadership

• Lead assigned operational workstreams across RIDE and RIDE North from planning through execution and post-event reconciliation.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and contingency strategies.
• Serve as on-site lead for designated operational areas during event delivery.

Procurement & Merchandising Ownership

• Lead end-to-end procurement initiatives for event merchandise including jerseys, apparel, and participant swag while developing quantity forecasting models aligned to registration trends and fundraising thresholds.
• Support vendor sourcing, RFP processes, contract negotiation, and production timelines.
• Oversee quality control, fulfillment coordination, and budget administration.
• Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies while maintaining brand and participant experience standards.

Accommodation Strategy Leadership (RIDE & RIDE North)

• Own the full accommodation strategy for both events, including venue negotiations, room block forecasting, and participant allocation processes.
• Serve as the main point of contact for hospitality partnerships with all lodging partners.
• Oversee participant communications related to housing logistics and manage risk mitigation plans related to capacity, attrition, and last-minute changes.

Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct regular reporting and analysis across procurement and merchandising activities - encompassing order tracking, product flow, vendor performance, and budget alignment - as well as key operational areas such as fundraising trends, participant retention, reward fulfillment, and accommodation utilization.
• Analyze participant and operational data to inform year-over-year optimization and document and refine internal processes to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Provide general administrative support to AVP, Cycling Programs.
• Other assigned tasks that may include reporting, special projects, continuous improvement projects, process documentation, etc.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with internal team functions including Fundraising, Marketing, Finance as well as external Vendor Teams to ensure alignment and high-quality execution.
• Provide leadership and clarity across internal stakeholders, ensuring deliverables are met on schedule.

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in event management, procurement, operations, or project management.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the management of key vendor relationships and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical skills with experience overseeing budgets and tracking expenses.
• Experience with fundraising and project management platforms (e.g., Blackbaud CRM, AKA Raisin, ASANA) considered an asset.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is preferred
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously.
• Comfortable working flexible hours during peak event periods.

Who You Are

• You are a take-charge executor -  when something needs to get done, you figure it out
• You are comfortable making decisions, especially when plans change or timelines compress
• You bring structure to complexity and stay calm under pressure
• You take pride in details, but you also understand the bigger picture
• You communicate clearly and confidently with internal teams, vendors, and partners
• You are energized by being on the ground — events, logistics, timelines, and problem-solving are where you do your best work

Working Conditions

• This role requires periodic work outside of standard business hours, particularly around event days and weekends
• Some travel within Ontario is required, including occasional early mornings, late evenings, and weekends

We believe that the way we work together is just as important as what we accomplish. By making choices and taking actions that align with our values, we achieve greater success, and our work lives become happier and more meaningful.

At PMCF, we strive to foster a culture built on Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (CARE). Central to these values is our commitment to IDEAA: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism.

• Experience a sense of purpose that you won’t get anywhere else, in any other job. You will be making a difference for millions of people impacted by cancer
• We have an open and approachable culture that enables you to bring your best ideas forward
• We offer a hybrid work environment with Tuesday, Thursday and one other day per week in office, or as required subject to business needs

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

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