Senior Development Officer, Lois Hole Hospital for Women
Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000
The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation (RAHF) supports the Royal Alexandra Hospital in building better health care for Albertans. We fund ground-breaking education, research, and next-generation technologies while enhancing facilities and supporting specialized centres like the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, the CK Hui Heart Centre, the Orthopedic Surgery Centre, and the Eye Institute of Alberta.
The Lois Hole Hospital for Women (LHHW) is forging a path toward closing the gap between the disparities in women's healthcare and research. As the only dedicated women’s hospital in Alberta – and one of only four in Canada – it offers specialized services for women under one roof, improving accessibility and quality care for all those who walk through its doors. This can include everything from comprehensive, high-risk obstetrical and maternal care to the surgical treatment of ovarian, cervical, and other gynecological cancers.
The Foundation is looking for its next star to join the organization as Senior Development Officer (SDO), who will be the primary staff member leading major gift fundraising in support of the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, this is a compelling opportunity for an experienced and passionate fundraiser to make transformative impacts in women’s health in Alberta. The SDO will join a high-functioning and professional team in support of righting the inequalities in women’s health.
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 range of $85,000–$95,000 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:
Actively manage and grow a portfolio of 120-150 prospects and donors, with a focus on cultivating and soliciting major gifts ($25,000+).
Collaborating with healthcare leaders and fund development colleagues to create cases for support.
Leveraging the expertise of the Communications team for written cases for support, proposals, briefing documents, presentations, gift agreements, and other relevant materials.
Engaging the Stewardship and Donor Fulfillment team to implement appropriate donor recognition and stewardship strategies, in support of building long-term, meaningful donor relationships.
Advocating for the Foundation, raising awareness, and supporting the LHHW & RAHF and their mission.
Participating in public events and outreach initiatives as appropriate Developing strategic fundraising plans for the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.
Skills Required:
A passion for improving women’s health.
Proven experience in a major, legacy, or annual gift fundraising environment, and a track record of securing major gifts.
Experience in strategy development and implementation around the giving cycle to secure major gifts.
Understanding of metrics execution Innovative and entrepreneurial thinking in developing donor relationships and promotion.
Capital campaign experience is considered an asset.
Post-Secondary education, or equivalent experience and education Certified Funding Executive (CFRE) designation is considered an asset.
Transferable skills from sales, financial services, or business development will be considered.
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.
We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for five consecutive years. Investing in our employees and developing a supportive and engaging work culture is a high priority for us.
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 us at foundation@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.