The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) seeks an Associate Director to support the Executive Director on strategic, operations and administration of the organization as needed (30%). A primary responsibility of this role is to develop and manage sponsorship relationships and new opportunities throughout the organization (40%) and to support the Study Groups in activating educational activities, connections and resources throughout the year (30%).
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Works closely with Executive Director to set revenue targets, identify opportunities for financial support for MASCC programs and services
- Works closely with the Executive Director to formulate new ideas and innovative strategies for educational activity, business and sponsorship opportunities in alignment with MASCC’s strategic priorities. This includes initiatives to generate new forms of revenue
- Acts on behalf of the Executive Director in his or her absence
- Oversees all aspects of opportunity development, including fostering relationships with existing and potential sponsors, proposal and concept development, needs assessment, curriculum overview, evaluation, project plan and budget development based on educational needs and gaps. The individual must be able to maintain positive relationships with stakeholders with the highest degree of professionalism
- Identify potential grant opportunities relevant to MASCC and prepare grant proposals and submissions, managing all aspects of grant agreements- work plans and activities, including project reports and budgets
- Manage 19 Study Groups and provide support to help them achieve their goals including annual reporting, progress throughout the year and ensuring agreed project outputs are met, managing the project from inception through program launch
- Be the staff point person for Committees and as others deemed necessary by the Executive Director
- Develop annual meeting sponsorship prospectus and work with sponsors to identify programming needs, booth space and exhibition needs and target audience and improve/increase awareness
- Promotes continuous growth of MASCC’s education and evidence-based practice and resources for health care professionals, through the development of high-quality education to enhance awareness, knowledge, competence, and improve patient outcomes
- Contribute to the overall success of MASCC by performing all other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned
This job description is not exhaustive. The incumbent in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Executive Director.
The individual has a professional demeanor is energetic, self-motivated, proactive, creative, and customer-service focused. This position will provide vital leadership to the essential programs and lead all fundraising and development activities. Knowledge, Skills and Experience include:
- Bachelor's degree and Master’s degree. Advanced degree and certificate in fundraising is considered a plus
- 10+ years of management experience in healthcare not-for-profit environments and/or fundraising, development and managing corporate/sponsor relationships
- Demonstrated success in managing relationships with sponsors, identifying sponsor needs and securing the opportunity that meets the needs of sponsors and MASCC
- Strong understanding, knowledge, and navigation of biotech and/or pharmaceutical compliance issues in sponsorship
- Experience in grant and proposal development, preferred
- Ability to deliver on-time and within budget approved projects within established parameters using own judgment; ability to negotiate with subject matter experts and partners to negotiate such contracts and timelines
- Ability to establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with staff, consultants, association members and volunteers
- Team player with cooperative spirit and ability to juggle multiple projects at one time
- Experience working in nonprofit organizations and an understanding of supportive care in cancer is considered a plus
- Professionalism: Good judgment; ability to interact with volunteers, and partners
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills is required
- Use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Zoom.
- Ability to travel on company business (typically 2-3 meetings a year) and occasionally work evenings or weekends (in order to facilitate communications across time zones around the world)
This is a full-time 40 hours per week position reporting to the Executive Director. The candidate will be located in Toronto. The benefits of the job include flexible scheduling and ability to work partially virtually.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work with global experts and professionals in a collaborative environment with an interest in making excellent cancer care possible, this role is for you!
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Melissa Chin by mchin@mascc.org by May 28, 2026
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates with be contacted.
This is a full-time 40 hours per week position reporting to the Executive Director. Benefits of the job include health benefits, flexible scheduling and ability to work virtually.
Why Join Us?
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Flexible work arrangements- working virtually
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
About MASCC
The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) is an international, multidisciplinary organization with over 3000 members from over 88 countries. Founded in 1990, MASCC is dedicated to research and education in all areas of supportive care for patients with cancer, regardless of the stage of the disease. MASCC promotes professional expertise in supportive care through research and the scientific exchange of ideas. A focus on supportive care leads to better treatment outcomes and greater quality of life for people with cancer.
Because supportive care encompasses all aspects of care, it involves a variety of disciplines and specialists. Membership is open to medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, nurses, dentists, dental hygienists, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, outcomes specialists, psychologists, statisticians, infectious disease specialists, educators, researchers, representatives from industry and nonprofit sectors, and all others interested in supportive care.
