Chris Ortiz, Mba Email & Phone Number

As the Chief Programs and Partnerships Officer at Compassion Canada, I lead the Partner Relations Division to advance our mission. My role involves cultivating and enhancing relationships with individuals and institutions, guiding them from awareness to active engagement with Compassion.As a key member of the senior leadership team, I work closely with the President, CEO, and other executives to build strong, impactful partnerships. Through strategic leadership and collaboration, we aim… Show more As the Chief Programs and Partnerships Officer at Compassion Canada, I lead the Partner Relations Division to advance our mission. My role involves cultivating and enhancing relationships with individuals and institutions, guiding them from awareness to active engagement with Compassion.As a key member of the senior leadership team, I work closely with the President, CEO, and other executives to build strong, impactful partnerships. Through strategic leadership and collaboration, we aim to serve children, families, and communities worldwide, making a lasting difference in their lives. Show less

Ontario, Canada

I am responsible for advancing the mission of Compassion by leading the Partner Relations Division through the Partnership Development, Programmatic and Philanthropic Engagement, and Division Operations teams in developing and deepening relationships with individuals and institutions across their journey with Compassion from awareness to engagement.

London, Ontario, Canada

As Director of Programmatic and Philanthropic Engagement at Compassion Canada, I am accountable for all partnership engagements with Canadian corporations, foundations, governments, and a portfolio of individual philanthropists, to advance Compassion Canada’s international programmatic objectives. A key focus includes collaboration with domestic and international teams to ensure programmatic proposals and related monitoring, evaluation and learning efforts and associated reports meet or exceed… Show more As Director of Programmatic and Philanthropic Engagement at Compassion Canada, I am accountable for all partnership engagements with Canadian corporations, foundations, governments, and a portfolio of individual philanthropists, to advance Compassion Canada’s international programmatic objectives. A key focus includes collaboration with domestic and international teams to ensure programmatic proposals and related monitoring, evaluation and learning efforts and associated reports meet or exceed partner expectations in accuracy, timeliness, detail, and in demonstration of impact and value. Show less

Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia

Successfully secured and managing World Vision Canada’s largest private individual donation; a youth focused project in Latin America - $25M seven-country project implemented in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia.• End-to-end project design and implementation. Led project design, start-up and implementation involving seven national offices, LACR and World Vision International.• Lead innovative program monitoring and evaluations including a Randomized… Show more Successfully secured and managing World Vision Canada’s largest private individual donation; a youth focused project in Latin America - $25M seven-country project implemented in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia.• End-to-end project design and implementation. Led project design, start-up and implementation involving seven national offices, LACR and World Vision International.• Lead innovative program monitoring and evaluations including a Randomized Control Trial conducted by a third-party evaluator.• Lead a regional project team in LACR involving seven National Offices including coordination with country directors and regional staff. Show less

Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador And Honduras

Manage a portfolio of programs and projects in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. Work with National Offices in the areas of planning, monitoring, evaluation and strategically support regional and country programs that address poverty, child protection, sexual reproductive health and rights, youth livelihoods among others. • Resource stewardship for program quality and risk by monitoring and evaluating programs by visiting the field, reviewing reports and approving budgets. Manage… Show more Manage a portfolio of programs and projects in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. Work with National Offices in the areas of planning, monitoring, evaluation and strategically support regional and country programs that address poverty, child protection, sexual reproductive health and rights, youth livelihoods among others. • Resource stewardship for program quality and risk by monitoring and evaluating programs by visiting the field, reviewing reports and approving budgets. Manage risk across a $20M portfolio using the Risk Monitoring and Accountability Framework (RMAF)• Lead grant acquisition processes and integrate grant funding into existing WVC funded programs. • Prepare full project proposals for governments and major donors including several stakeholders from Regional offices.• Support resource growth and expansion in terms of branding, revenue and audience diversification while promoting WVC’s development and geographic expertise with the public/donors.• Provide strategic international development and country level expertise and act as country/geographic and development specialist for internal and external stakeholders. Show less

Mississauga, Ontario

Managed projects delivered by 40 partner Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in Toronto and Hamilton. Facilitated workshops on topics including community assessments, project design, monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, and fundraising.• Enhanced knowledge by equipping and training CBO leaders to overcome limitations of urban poverty to benefit the wellbeing of children, families and entire Canadian communities.• Increased capacity of Toronto and Hamilton community… Show more Managed projects delivered by 40 partner Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in Toronto and Hamilton. Facilitated workshops on topics including community assessments, project design, monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, and fundraising.• Enhanced knowledge by equipping and training CBO leaders to overcome limitations of urban poverty to benefit the wellbeing of children, families and entire Canadian communities.• Increased capacity of Toronto and Hamilton community organizations to address poverty and crime by reviewing plans and coaching leaders through the project-development process.• Developed national strategy to address child well-being outcomes.• Enhanced programs through strategy formulation with divisions including Canadian Programs, Humanitarian Assistance, International Programs, Grant Acquisition Management, Advocacy and Policy. Show less

Greater Philadelphia Area

Facilitated the strategic planning process of FINANTA a non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that promotes the growth and economic expansion of diverse Philadelphia communities through the infusion of $62+ Million and the provision of technical assistance, business consultation services, and home ownership counseling. Led process to charter the FINANTA Federal Credit Union.Worked with staff to develop departmental action plans and achieve yearly goals.

Toronto, Canada

Led a grass roots Community Based Organization and worked with constituent groups such as boards, committees, volunteers and external audiences, in leading strategic planning process, forming partnerships and implementing successful programs. Addressed poverty, inclusion and newcomer settlement in Canada’s largest city.• Develop five-year strategic plan and implemented it with success.• Translated mission and goals into operating plans with clear benchmarks and annual… Show more Led a grass roots Community Based Organization and worked with constituent groups such as boards, committees, volunteers and external audiences, in leading strategic planning process, forming partnerships and implementing successful programs. Addressed poverty, inclusion and newcomer settlement in Canada’s largest city.• Develop five-year strategic plan and implemented it with success.• Translated mission and goals into operating plans with clear benchmarks and annual objectives.• Consistently achieved financial objectives by preparing and securing grants from foundations and various levels of government • Designed, planned and implemented creative marketing strategies which included fundraising events.• Enhanced partnerships with local and provincial associations and developed strong community relations with politicians, clients and members, while recruiting and retaining top staff by fostering a positive work environment. Show less

Toronto, Canada

• Managed the organization's day-to-day operations. • Designed and implemented innovative programs focused on addressing food insecurity for a marginalized population. • Supervised staff and provided training and development.• Managed procurement processes and coordinated material and resources allocation.

Certificate Of Social Impact, Business

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Development Economics And International/Community Development Urban Focus

Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.), Management And Enterprise Development - Minor In Communications

Business Administration Diploma