Development Officer, Signature Events
Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation
Salary: $65,000 - $73,000
Summary
Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation (RAHF) provides a way for thousands of individuals and organizations to support the Royal Alexandra Hospital and its number one priority: building better health care for the people of Alberta.
They fund ground-breaking education, cutting-edge research, next-generation technologies, and facility enhancements. They also support a growing number of specialized centers of health care excellence located at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) campus, including the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, the CK Hui Heart Centre, the Orthopedic Surgery Centre, and the Eye Institute of Alberta.
The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation is looking for the next star to join the organization. The right candidate for this role in the Fund Development department should come to the team with excitement to grow in the non-profit space, fulfill the Foundation’s mission to improve the health of all Albertans, and have a thirst for customer service, internally and externally.
As the Development Officer, Signature Events your responsibilities will include:
Working with an assigned portfolio of donors and prospects to meet an annual revenue target, and increase event fundraising and sponsorship each year
Deliver campaign objectives, develop innovative fundraising models, project plans, tactics, and evaluation standards to maximize revenue growth, relationship- building, and sustainability
Acting as the lead for the signature fundraising events portfolio at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation, including oversight for the foundation’s Harvest Celebration which raises $500,000+ annually
Overseeing and leading the organization in hosting events, securing sponsorship dollars, and assisting in the execution of all aspects of annual giving, stewardship, and donor fulfillment
Engaging with donors in a variety of settings, including the management of casinos and raffles
Attending external events as a Foundation representative
What We’re Looking for On Your Resume:
Post-Secondary Education or equal work experience in an events role
Minimum 3-5+ years of special events experience, not-for-profit events preferred
Minimum 2-3+ years of fundraising experience preferred. Corporate and/or Business-to-Business sales leadership experience may be substituted for fundraising experience
Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders
Excellent quantitative analysis skills, attention to detail and ability to think strategically and independently.
Manage a small portfolio of prospects
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Raiser’s Edge, and fundraising/CRM databases and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Flexible with a willingness to assume new tasks and special projects
What We Will Want Demonstrated in the Interview:
Excellent relationship-building skills; an ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization
Results-driven with the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the RAHF mission
Demonstration of creativity and diligence in identifying and cultivating new relationships with potential donors
Agreement to a Security Clearance Check and ability to present a valid Alberta Driver’s License upon hire
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 3 consecutive years. Investing in our employees and developing a supportive and engaging work culture is a high priority for us.
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.
Think you’d be a good fit?
Does this position interest you but you feel you are missing some of the qualifications? We’d still love to hear from you. Please apply with a resume and cover letter stating your interest and related experience to the position and we’ll consider your application. We will only be reaching out to candidates who meet what we are looking for.