Development Officer

Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation is seeking a Development Officer to advance philanthropic initiatives through Annual Giving and Major Gifts. You will build donor pipelines, steward contributions, and manage campaigns with cross-functional collaboration across the organization.

The role focuses on donor relations, event planning, and engagement strategies to support healthcare in our region."

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in nonprofit disciplines is preferred.
• 3+ years of fundraising or donor relations experience is asset.
• Experience with Annual Giving and Major Gifts is an asset.
• Experience in donor stewardship, event management, and community engagement is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Annual Campaigns, Events and Major Gift strategies.
• Build and maintain donor pipelines and portfolios.
• Prepare fund development action plans targeting donor levels and lifecycle stages.
• Identify and expand programming and partnership opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors and community partners.
• Manage foundation events and donor communications.

Skills

Donor relations

Campaign management

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Ethical standards

Education

Nonprofit studies degree

Business/Communications background

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Development Officer plays a key role in supporting and advancing the mission of the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation by planning and executing philanthropic initiatives in both Annual Giving and Major Gifts. Reporting to CEO this role is responsible for building and maintaining strong donor relationships, stewarding philanthropic contributions, and managing campaigns, events, and engagement strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning

• Support the development and execution of Annual Campaigns, Events and Major Gift strategies.
• Build and maintain donor pipelines, including organized portfolios segmented by giving capacity, donor interests, and stage in the donor lifecycle.
• Prepare fund development action plans that illustrate targeted donor levels, from entry-level to major gift contributors, that support strategic fundraising goals.
• Assist in identifying and expanding programming, partnership opportunities, and peer-to-peer opportunities.

Stakeholder & Regional Relations

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, Foundation and Healthcare staff, and community partners.
• Participate and represent the Foundation in local and regional events to increase awareness and attract donor support as needed.
• Maintain and update donor records and engagement activity in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform.
• Manage event logistics, donor communications, and related materials.
• Engage with volunteer coordination as needed.
• Support the execution of Foundation events such as Festival of Trees as well as other internal and Third Party Events

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (e.g., Nonprofit Studies, Business, Communications or Social Sciences) is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or related nonprofit development roles will be considered an asset.
• Experience managing events, campaigns or portfolios in Annual Giving and/or Major Gifts will be considered an asset.
• Experience in donor stewardship, event management, and community engagement is an asset.
• Experience in sales and/or hospitality will be considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Upholds strict confidentiality and high ethical standards while using sound judgment and emotional intelligence in handling sensitive information and communications.
• Communicates clearly and professionally across written and verbal formats, adapting to diverse audiences with cultural competence and discretion.
• Works independently and collaboratively with initiative, accountability, and openness to feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Manages multiple projects, competing deadlines, and shifting priorities with resilience, attention to detail, and composure in fast-paced environments.
• Builds inclusive, trust-based relationships through empathy, active listening, and a shared commitment to organizational goals.
• Adapts resourcefully to change, applying strategic thinking and a solutions-focused mindset aligned with long-term objectives and evolving tools or platforms.

OUR ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

At the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation, we are committed to excellence-not only in healthcare, but in how we work together. Our culture is rooted in respect, inclusion, and collaboration, reflecting our mission to care for the future of healthcare in our region. We value diverse perspectives and believe that open communication, shared purpose, and mutual support strengthen our impact.

By empowering each team member to grow, lead, and innovate, we foster an environment where meaningful contributions drive our purpose: enhancing healthcare close to home for the people of our region.

The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individuals from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities for all applicants and employees to thrive.