At the University Hospital Foundation, we want to help people live longer, and better – especially those who would benefit from a new form of treatment, or life-saving surgery.

As agents of hope, we boldly seek solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges, matching the determination and purpose-driven intensity of the healthcare teams we support.

In the past ten years, generous donations from individuals and our corporate and strategic partners have contributed nearly $220 million dollars to advance world-leading patient care at the University of Alberta Hospital, Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute and Kaye Edmonton Clinic, as well as ground-breaking research at the University of Alberta.

Your Purpose

Under the guidance of the Director of Philanthropy, you will assume a role dedicated to establishing and nurturing enduring philanthropic relationships with potential donors and prospects. This role centers on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of major gift and planned giving prospects with a vested interest in providing financial support to the University of Alberta Hospital site. Demonstrating adeptness in primary soliciting individual donations and grant opportunities and through various mediums, including face-to-face meetings, telephone calls, virtual meetings and correspondence, is essential. As Philanthropy Officer, you will strategically coordinate efforts to advance the University Hospital Foundation’s financial objectives, collaborating effectively with stakeholders across the University of Alberta Hospital, the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic. This role demands both independent initiative and collaborative expertise in securing investments exceeding $10,000 as well as planned gift intentions.

Your Role

As the Philanthropy Officer, your primary responsibility is to manage a diverse portfolio of approximately 175 prospects and donors, developing tailored solicitation strategies for major and planned giving initiatives. Your role extends to ensuring effective stewardship and recognition of donors within your portfolio while actively participating in securing significant gifts. Collaborating closely with not only the Development Team but all teams of UHF, you will demonstrate leadership by navigating a research-intensive hospital environment with discretion and professionalism. Your commitment to staying informed about industry trends and news will be integral to your success in generating revenue and contributing to the Foundation’s annual budget. Additionally, you will manage your portfolio by devising comprehensive cultivation and solicitation plans for each while maintaining meticulous records of donor interactions and progress. Join us in telling impactful stories and driving positive change at the University of Alberta Hospital sites!

This position of Philanthropy Officer will have a focus on planned giving (PG) and thus up to 70% of your pool will focus on securing new PG intentions and stewardship of those who have confirmed a gift to UHF in their will. The remaining portion of your pool will be comprised of major giving donors and prospects. There may be overlap where major gift donors are also PG donors.

Qualifications

Education:

• University degree (or equivalent) in business, communications, community development or non-profit management is preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is an asset or willingness to work toward certification.

Experience:

• Minimum three years’ successful experience in fund development including donor management, cultivation, strategy development and personal solicitations.
• Proven ability to identify, research, and prioritize new major donor prospects, with comfort in contacting and cultivating relationships, alongside exceptional interpersonal skills for stewarding existing donors
• Demonstrated success in securing major and planned gifts, independently securing five-figure contributions.
• Previous experience in healthcare is considered an asset
• Estate planning knowledge and/or awareness

Competencies:

• Track record of effectively identifying, researching and prioritizing new major donor and PG prospects,
• A high degree of comfort in identifying, contacting and developing new major gift and PG prospects as well as superior interpersonal skills in stewarding existing donors; Demonstrated track record of major or planned gifts fundraising, including independently securing five figure gifts
• Proven skill in creating and implementing fundraising plans, including strategies for immediate and long-term growth
• Strong public speaking skills desired
• Knowledgeable in best practices and performance metrics related to fundraising and prospect research
• Demonstrates philanthropic spirit
• An outgoing, positive, group-win approach with a willingness to learn, teach and share – bringing new skills and developing one’s own skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, tact, and diplomacy with the ability to develop and maintain cooperative and successful working relationships with volunteers, staff and all donors; ability to serve as a team player and leader
• Must follow The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Code of Ethical Standards and understand The Donor Bill of Rights
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar donor database management system considered an asset
• Knowledge of the University of Alberta Hospital considered an asset

A combination of education and experience will be considered.

What We Offer

We respect and value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity committed to building an inclusive environment for all applicants and team members.

As an outcome-focused organization, UHF offers a flexible hybrid work environment where employees have the opportunity to collaborate on site a minimum of 2 days per week with the flexibility to work remotely up to 3 days per week.