Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation - Director of Philanthropy

Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation (RAHF) is looking to hire its new Director of Philanthropy. Supporting the Vice President of Philanthropy & Stakeholder Relations. The Director of Philanthropy designs, oversees, and executes, strategic fundraising activities for the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation’s individual donors. This role develops compelling cases for support, sets fundraising goals, and uses prospect research to guide team strategies and KPIs.

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 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.
Strategic Fundraising Planning – Lead the development of fundraising plans, including goal setting, prospect research, budgeting, and KPI tracking. Work with the Prospect Research team to support donor pipeline development, qualification, and cultivation strategies.
Proposal & Case Development – Draft and edit compelling proposals and case materials in alignment with Foundation priorities and individual donor interests.
Customized Stewardship – Oversee the creation of individualized donor engagement and stewardship plans that deepen relationships and demonstrate impact.

Performance Management and Reporting:

Progress and KPI Tracking – Monitor team and individual progress toward fundraising goals, with a focus on proposal volume, donor engagement activity, and revenue outcomes.
Proposal Pipeline Oversight – Track the status and performance of fundraising proposals, ensuring alignment with team targets and campaign timelines.
Metrics Accountability – Maintain personal donor metrics and ensure timely documentation of engagement activities within internal systems.
Fundraising Analytics – Oversee tracking and analysis of Development Officer performance metrics, including proposals, revenue progress, and donor engagement outcomes.
Data Integrity and Documentation – Ensure accurate and consistent documentation of donor activity in Raiser’s Edge and related internal systems.

Team Leadership and Internal Collaboration:

Team Leadership – Oversee and provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to a small team of development professionals.
Support onboarding, training, and performance development to build a high-functioning team aligned with organizational goals.
Team Support – Provide support to team members to ensure consistency in relationship building and stewardship practices.
Executive Portfolio Support – Provide strategic support to the Vice President of Philanthropy & Stakeholder Engagement and CEO in managing high-value donor portfolios, including meeting preparation, follow-up, and relationship coordination.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration – Attend and contribute to Foundation-wide strategic planning and cross-functional leadership meetings, offering thoughtful and creative insights and aligning development activities with broader organizational initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies:

University degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
5+ years of progressive experience in the not-for-profit sector, preferably within a fundraising or development context.
Minimum of 3 years of experience directly building, leading, and supporting fundraising teams.
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 $25,000 to $1M+ range.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
Strong ability to foster collaboration and promote a team-oriented culture within an office environment.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and experience with Raiser’s Edge.
Assets:
Background in planned giving, with an understanding of related strategies and donor motivations.
CFRE (Certified Fund-Raising Executive) designation is considered an asset.
Demonstrated experience in planning and executing successful fundraising campaigns.

The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel locally as needed.

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:

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, at amjagdev@royalalex.org.

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

Join us in transforming health care for Albertans.

Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation

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