Development Coordinator, Events & Stewardship

About the role

The Canadian Opera Company is seeking a Development Coordinator to support its fundraising and corporate partnership activities. Reporting to the Director of Special Events & Partnerships, you will help plan and deliver signature events that advance the organization’s strategic vision.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of fundraising, donor stewardship, and corporate events, including logistics, vendor coordination, and day‑of operations.
• Manage event communications, invitations, ticketing, RSVPs, and guest lists.
• Track event expenses and revenue, support donor acknowledgments, and maintain event data in Tessitura CRM and ArtsVision.
• Support corporate partnership processes, including agreements, invoicing, onboarding, and ongoing stewardship.
• Conduct prospect research for sponsorships and in‑kind donations, and assist with board committee meeting logistics.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and 2‑3 years of event coordination or related experience.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment, and excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, mail merges).
• Experience using a CRM system, preferably Tessitura.