BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area is an organization that believes in the promise of all children.  Our team works with community volunteers, partners and other supporters to create safe environments for children to be between school and home and to provide caring mentoring relationships for children and youth. Now, more than ever, the kids in our community need us and we are looking for great staff to join our team.

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters is seeking individuals interested in the following position:

Competition Number:    FDC0326                                                                         

Position(s) Available:       One (1)

Status:                                 Full-Time Position

Salary Range:                    $57,000-$63,000 annually

The key responsibilities of this position will include:

•        Engaging in donor stewardship and relationship management that includes developing, cultivating and expanding relationships with donors and assisting in providing new donor opportunities.

•        Participating in the overall granting process, supporting the collection and analysis of relevant information from BGCBigs departments to form the basis of proposals, grant applications, and donor stewardship reports.

•        Responsibility for the completion of a select portfolio of grants including researching new opportunities, managing timelines and regular reviews.

•        Creating and maintaining up-to-date data, documents, reports, correspondence and schedules to support grant administration, data retrieval and reporting.

•        Planning, supporting and executing fund raising events to promote monetary giving.  Key activities include, but are not limited to; Dream Home Lottery, Renew Crew Donation Bins, Golf Tournament and Evening of Opportunity.

•        Working closely with the marketing department to ensure the right mix of marketing and communication mediums are being used when planning fund raising events.

•        Writing, preparing and distributing donor correspondence including recognition correspondence.

•        Delivering dynamic and engaging presentations to a variety of groups to share the message of giving in the agency with the intention of engaging businesses, partners and citizens to support our agency.

•        Ensuring exceptional donor records are kept on donors including profile information, history, relationships and funded interests.

The successful candidate will have:

•        A degree in a related field (Business, Human Services, Communications) with a focus in the area(s) of fund raising and/or project management.  Alternate education credentials will be considered and supported with considerable experience in the field.

•        5 years of experience in a role involving fund raising activities, donor stewardship, grant writing as well as knowledge around the funding needs of non-profit organizations.

•        Excellent written communication and editing skills; demonstrated ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.

•        Ability to plan and make decisions in a timely, organized and appropriate manner.

•        A proactive approach to known opportunities and the ability and desire to identify new opportunities for funding.

•        Excellent relationship building skills.

•        Ability to speak publicly, whether directly or indirectly to an audience.

•        Technical skills; solid knowledge base of information management systems and databases and proficient in Microsoft Office suite programs.

•        Ability to function independently and as part of a team

•        Ability to embrace and practice the agencies equity, diversity and inclusion philosophy and integrates this practice into their work and agency messaging.

•        Able to work flexible hours including evening and weekend availability.  Agency operates with a 37.5 hours per week.

•        A clear Police Information Check and Child Intervention Record Check no more than 6 months old are conditions of hire.

•        A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

BGCBigs really is “a great place to be”.  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment, excellent benefits package and rewarding career opportunities. 

Interested applicants are asked to apply using the hiring link by March 18, 2026