Kids Kottage Foundation 

Fund Development Coordinator 

Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need?  Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation!  

About us:   

Kids Kottage provides care and shelter for children whose families may be facing a crisis. Established in 1995, Kids Kottage is a not-for-profit and charitable organization licensed to provide residential care for children aged 0-10.  

The Opportunity: 

Kids Kottage Foundation is recruiting a full-time Fund Development Coordinator to support the organization’s fundraising, donor stewardship, community engagement, and communications efforts. This role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys building relationships, coordinating projects, and supporting meaningful community impact. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Supports fundraising initiatives, sponsorship outreach and donor engagement activities. 

• Coordinates donor communications and recognition while maintaining accurate donor records and processes donations in the CRM database.

• Coordinates fundraising events from planning through follow-up and represents the Foundation at events as needed.

• Monitors event budgets, revenue, and expenses. 

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with sponsors, community partners, and donors. 

• Speaks on behalf of the organization to community groups, partners, and donors to build awareness of the Foundation’s mission and impact. 

• Assists with developing, updating and ordering of fundraising and promotional materials.

• Supports management of social media and website content across multiple platforms in alignment with organizational messaging and brand standards. 

• Works collaboratively to ensure all public-facing communications reflect the Foundation’s mission, values, and visual identity.

• Tracks and reports on fundraising activities and results, identifying opportunities for improvement and growth using CRM data.

• Supports database upkeep, segmentation, and general fundraising administration ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory bodies (CRA, AGLC etc.).  

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in fundraising, nonprofit management, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field. 

• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, event coordination, nonprofit administration, communications, or a similar role is an asset.

• Valid Alberta driver’s licence and personal vehicle required.

• Clear Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check.  

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.  

• Strong comfortability using CRM systems and learning new technologies, including WordPress, social media platforms, and digital communication tools. 

• Understanding of nonprofit fundraising ethics, regulations, and best practices.  

• Adaptable and resourceful team player with an eye for design is considered an asset. 

Core Competencies: 

• Fundraising & Donor Stewardship: Supports fundraising initiatives, maintains accurate donor records, and contributes to thoughtful donor engagement and stewardship that strengthens long-term relationships. 

• Event & Sponsorship Coordination: Coordinates the planning, execution, and follow-up of fundraising events and sponsorships, including logistics, tracking, and sponsor fulfillment, with strong attention to detail and organization. 

• Community Engagement: Communicates professionally and effectively with donors, partners, and the public, representing the organization confidently while sharing its mission, impact, and values across multiple platforms and settings. 

• Compliance & Adaptability: Manages administrative and reporting tasks with accuracy and discretion, demonstrates comfort with CRM systems and digital tools, and adapts quickly within a dynamic nonprofit environment while upholding ethical and regulatory standards. 

• Creativity & Brand Awareness: Brings a thoughtful, creative approach to communications and materials, with an eye for design and a strong understanding of the importance of protecting and enhancing the Foundation’s brand, reputation, and public trust across all platforms and interactions. 

Work Environment: 

• This position is based out of the Kids Kottage Foundation Administration Office, located at 10107 134 Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T5E 1J2.

• 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm. Must be willing and able to work occasional weekends, evenings, and early mornings as needed. 

Salary Range:  

$45,000 - $60,000 annually, depending on education and experience.  

Benefits: 

After completion of a probationary period, we additionally offer a comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package. 

Application Deadline: 

Open until a suitable candidate is found.  

How to Apply: 

For the opportunity to join Kids Kottage Foundation, please fill out the application form on our website: https://kidskottage.org/get-involved/career-opportunities/  

**We appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview. ** 

At Kids Kottage Foundation, we believe that justice, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission of protecting children, supporting caregivers, and strengthening families. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all children, caregivers, staff, and community members feel valued, heard and empowered.  

We encourage all candidates who self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities to apply. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact