Director, Major Gifts & Campaigns

Northumberland Hills Hospital; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northumberland Hills Hospital is seeking a Director of Major Gifts & Campaigns to lead fundraising efforts and build relationships with donors and stakeholders. This full-time role emphasizes strategic planning and results-oriented fundraising in a healthcare context.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in major gift fundraising, particularly within the healthcare sector, and possess strong leadership skills. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Northumberland County.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in major gift fundraising.
• Experience leading capital campaigns.
• Demonstrated success securing six-and-seven-figure gifts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement major gift strategies.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors.
• Manage a portfolio of major gift donors.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication skills

Education

CFRE designation or advanced degree

Tools

Donor database and CRM systems

Job description

Other Opportunities: Director, Major Gifts & Campaigns, NHH Foundation (Permanent, Full-Time)

Reference # 01119

Posted Monday, June 1st, 2026 at 12:00am

Scope Public Applications Accepted

Position Director, Major Gifts & Campaigns

Department NHH Foundation

Vacancy Yes

Term Permanent, Full-Time

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation is a dedicated group of enthusiastic volunteers and staff who are passionately committed to improving health care and the quality of life in our communities. Our purpose is to inspire generous giving to enable exceptional patient care at NHH.

Our values of Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect, and Responsiveness are at the centre of who we are and what we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organization in a region where individuals, families, businesses, and community partners demonstrate their commitment to local healthcare every day.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director will lead the development and execution of strategies that secure transformational philanthropic support for Northumberland Hills Hospital. This role is integral to advancing the Foundation’s mission by building meaningful, long‑term relationships with donors, volunteers, community leaders, and strategic partners.

The successful candidate is a collaborative and results‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, inspires confidence and trust, and brings proven success securing significant gifts. The Director will play a key role in strengthening philanthropic engagement and helping shape the future of healthcare in west Northumberland County.

A seasoned professional, the ideal candidate has a demonstrated track record of exceptional organizational, analytical, communication, and relationship‑building skills, along with a strong understanding of donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and campaign strategy. Experience in healthcare philanthropy is preferred; however, candidates with transferable leadership and fundraising experience from related sectors are encouraged to apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement comprehensive major gift strategies that drive significant philanthropic revenue growth.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects and donors.
• Lead the planning and execution of capital campaign initiatives, including campaign strategy, volunteer engagement, donor pipeline development, and campaign reporting.
• Work collaboratively with staff, campaign volunteers, leadership, and stakeholders to achieve ambitious fundraising goals.
• Manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, including individuals, foundations, corporations, and community organizations.
• Build customized engagement strategies that deepen donor relationships and inspire long‑term support.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship

• Foster authentic and meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, and community champions.
• Ensure exceptional stewardship practices that recognize donor impact and strengthen ongoing engagement.

Strategic Collaboration

• Partner closely with Foundation leadership, hospital leadership, board members, and volunteers to advance fundraising priorities and campaign objectives.
• Contribute to the overall growth and success of the Foundation through strategic planning and collaboration.

Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and coach direct reports, guiding them on prospect pipelines and closing strategies.

ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced relationship builder who combines professionalism, warmth, and strategic insight in every interaction. You understand the unique opportunities and impact of rural and community healthcare philanthropy and are energized by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

You are collaborative, resourceful, and motivated by the chance to help shape the future of care at Northumberland Hills Hospital while building lasting relationships throughout the community.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in major gift fundraising, preferably within healthcare or the charitable sector.
• A Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation or advanced degree is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success securing six‑and‑seven‑figure gifts and managing complex donor relationships.
• Experience leading or playing a significant role in capital campaigns.
• Exceptional relationship‑building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders with professionalism, tact, and confidence.
• Strong strategic thinking, planning, organizational, and project management abilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, high‑performing team environment.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency with donor database and CRM systems is considered an asset.
• A genuine commitment to advancing outstanding patient care and community health.

LOCATION AND ABOUT NHH

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH delivers a broad range of acute, post‑acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. The hospital serves the catchment area of west Northumberland County, a mixed urban and rural population of approximately 67,000 residents.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

At NHH Foundation we actively strive to build inclusivity and diversity into all of our practices. Diversity of human experience, in all of its forms strengthens innovation, creativity, growth and, ultimately, makes care better. With our partners at NHH, NHH Foundation remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialised persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via [e-mail]. We do not use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up‑to‑date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID‑19 vaccination policy for all staff.