Gaming & Lottery Specialist
Who We Are
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.
Our Values
Our core values include having compassion for the people and animals we serve. Being transparent with the individuals we interact with every day and the team members we work with. Each day striving for excellence in relation to animal welfare. Collaborating with one another to ensure a team spirit in caring for the animals. We take accountability for our actions and the impact we are making in pet-related care. All our values add up to ensure the upmost care, comfort and compassion and to treat the animals and the communities we serve with respect and kindness.
- Compassion
- Transparency
- Excellence
- Collaboration
- Accountability
Why You Should Join Our Team
- Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!
- Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits (For permanent full-time employees)
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Paid sick time (For permanent full-time employees)
- 3 weeks of vacation to start!
- Predictable daytime hours
- Free onsite parking
- Discount on Ontario SPCA apparel, Paws & Give merchandise, Virtual pet care, and pet food too!
- Opportunities for professional development
Opportunity
Gaming & Lottery Specialist
Join the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society as our Gaming & Lottery Specialist, and turn lotteries, raffles and bingo into lasting support for animals in need.
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Partnerships and Events, the Gaming & Lottery Specialist will act as the primary lead for developing, managing and executing the Ontario SPCA & Humane Society’s gaming and lottery portfolio in support of revenue generation and the Society’s strategic priorities.
This role oversees provincial and community lottery campaigns, 50/50 draws, calendar raffles, specialty raffles, bingo relationships, and other approved gaming initiatives. The position will serve as the organization’s internal subject-matter expert on charitable gaming and will ensure all gaming activities are planned and executed in accordance with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) requirements, applicable legislation and regulations, licensing conditions, and Ontario SPCA policies and procedures.
The Gaming & Lottery Specialist will work collaboratively with Development, Finance, Marketing & Communications, IT, animal centre teams, volunteers, vendors, corporate partners and community gaming organizations to maximize gaming revenue, strengthen partnerships and deliver a positive and professional customer experience.
A Typical Day
- Plan, run and evaluate lottery and gaming campaigns, including 50/50 lotteries, calendar and specialty raffles, online lotteries and seasonal draws.
- Set budgets, revenue targets, prize structures and timelines, and coordinate ticketing, draws, winner verification and fulfillment.
- Prepare and submit AGCO and municipal license applications, renewals and amendments, and keep complete compliance records.
- Monitor regulatory changes, manage compliance risk and support audits and regulatory reviews.
- Build and grow relationships with bingo operators, charitable gaming centres and community gaming partners.
- Track revenue, expenses and net results with Finance, and report on performance against budget and KPIs.
- Source and negotiate prizes, and manage relationships with prize donors, corporate partners and gaming technology vendors.
- Partner with Marketing & Communications on campaign promotion, development of materials, and review public-facing materials for accuracy.
- Create gaming procedures, tools and training for team members, volunteers and animal centre teams.
Set up for Success!
- A college or university degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, in fundraising, business, finance, gaming administration, nonprofit management or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in charitable gaming, lottery management, fundraising, finance, compliance or a related field.
- Experience with the AGCO or other regulatory bodies (strongly preferred).
- Experience managing raffles, lotteries, 50/50 draws, bingo or other charitable gaming programs (highly desirable).
- A track record managing budgets, financial reporting and revenue targets, and working with vendors, technology platforms and external partners.
- Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage a high volume of work and tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and a donor- and customer-centred approach.
- The ability to interpret regulations and handle sensitive financial and customer information with integrity and discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with databases, online gaming platforms and managing volunteers is an asset.
- A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel as required.
We Can’t Wait to Meet You!
- Click Apply Now and upload your resume and cover letter.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722.
Our Commitment to a Human-Centered Hiring Process
Our organization complies with Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000, and relevant privacy legislation. While we use technology to help manage applications efficiently, resumes are personally reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. From screening to interviews and final decisions, our process is rooted in a human-centered approach.
