Senior Development Officer - Philanthropy

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation (RAHF) is thrilled to be expanding our team with a mission-driven role that’s all about building meaningful relationships and making real impact. Introducing our new Senior Development Officer position, a relationship-builder, a storyteller, and a champion for community health. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Senior Development Officer plays a vital role in securing philanthropic support by connecting passionate donors with the projects and priorities that matter most. From personalized engagement strategies to thoughtful stewardship and effective solicitations, this role is key to growing support for our hospital’s most important work.

To find out more about the Foundation and the causes we support, please visit royalalex.org!

Why Work with Us? Be part of a collaborative environment and a passionate team dedicated to improving health care for Albertans. Work in a culture built on our shared values of Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Respect, Strong Relationships, and Stewardship. Join an organization recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers for five consecutive years. Benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development. Contribute to meaningful initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of Albertans. Be part of a workplace that prioritizes a supportive and engaging work culture.

Key Accountabilities: Major Gift Fundraising and Donor Engagement Donor Meetings and Relationship Building – Manage a personal portfolio of donors and prospects at the $25,000–$1M+ level, participating in donor meetings to cultivate, solicit and steward major gift relationships. Proposal & Case Development – Draft and edit compelling proposals and case materials in alignment with Foundation priorities and individual donor interests. Customized Stewardship – Implement individualized donor engagement and stewardship plans that deepen relationships and demonstrate impact. Prospect and Pipeline Management – Work with the Prospect Research team to support donor pipeline development, qualification, and cultivation strategies.

Database Management & Reporting Generate and analyze database metric reports to track fundraising progress, identify trends, and inform strategic decision-making. Accurately record and track gift solicitations in the database, ensuring proper coding and documentation for reporting purposes. Maintain meticulous tracking of donor interactions and engagement activities within the database to ensure effective relationship management. Data Integrity and Documentation – Ensure accurate and consistent documentation of donor activity in Raiser’s Edge and related internal systems.

Performance Management and Reporting Metrics Accountability – Maintain personal donor metrics and ensure timely documentation of engagement activities within internal systems. Support the development and implementation of new programs and fundraising initiatives. Participate in signature events, and their follow-up and evaluation to inform future planning. Assist with donor stewardship activities, including communications and recognition efforts.

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies: University degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. 2+ years of experience in a fundraising or communications/marketing context. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences. Proven track record of securing major gifts in the $10,000 to $1M+ range. Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with high-net-worth individuals, volunteers, and senior leadership. High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) Experience with the Raiser’s Edge CRM system. Assets: CFRE (Certified Fund-Raising Executive) designation is considered an asset. The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel locally as needed. Experience with the Raiser’s Edge CRM system. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, Teams, OneNote).

At the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation, you are part of a collaborative environment and a passionate team that contributes to overall healthcare for the people of Alberta. The RAHF culture reflects our shared values of Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Respect, Strong Relationships, and Stewardship.

If this role interests you, please submit your resume and cover letter through the job posting.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Should you need any support during the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to reach out to our HR department, hrfoundation@royalalex.org.

As a condition of employment successful applicants will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check.

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