Fund Development Associate

YW Calgary; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including EAP

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off: 3 weeks vacation + 6 PD

Job summary

YW Calgary is seeking a Fund Development Associate to support fundraising activities across annual, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation giving. You will manage donor relationships, coordinate engagement opportunities, and help drive revenue growth through donor-centered practices.

Reporting to the Associate Director, you’ll collaborate across teams to identify opportunities, support stewardship, and ensure accurate donor records in Raiser’s Edge NXT while maintaining CRA

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with donor engagement activities and fundraising programs.
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage donor and prospect relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities.
• Research and prioritize prospective donors, partners, and supporters.
• Coordinate donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship activities.
• Prepare proposals and donor communications; support annual giving and campaigns.
• Represent YWCA Calgary at events and community engagements.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Communication

Education

Related degree/diploma

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Job description

Requisition Number: FUNDD001615

• Posted : September 11, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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YW Calgary Hub
1715 - 17 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2G5J1, CAN

Description

Reporting to the Associate Director, Philanthropy & Development, the Fund Development Associate supports fundraising activities across all areas of giving including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation giving, third-party fundraising, campaigns and events. The role manages donor and prospect relationships, supports stewardship and cultivation activities, and contributes to revenue growth through donor-centered fundraising practices.

Working as part of the Philanthropy & Development team, the Fund Development Associate collaborates with colleagues across the organization to identify opportunities for donor engagement, strengthen relationships and support fundraising priorities.

THIS IS A 37.5-hour per week position and is eligible for YWCA Calgary’s Hybrid Work Arrangement. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support fundraising events and activities.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for individuals and our community
• A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development
• Comprehensive benefits including an employee assistance plan

Paid time off (for eligible roles; prorated based on start date and FTE status) includes:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 6 personal days
• A paid day off to celebrate your birthday

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage donor and prospect relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities
• Research and prioritize prospective donors, partners, and supporters
• Arrange donor meetings, tours, and engagement opportunities
• Prepare proposals, cases for support, presentations, and donor correspondence
• Coordinate donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship activities
• Support annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate partnerships, foundations, campaigns, and events
• Monitor gift commitments and support gift administration processes
• Represent YWCA Calgary at events and community engagement opportunities
• Maintain accurate donor records in Raiser’s Edge NXT
• Prepare reports and track fundraising performance indicators
• Ensure compliance with CRA requirements and organizational policies
• Collaborate with colleagues across programs, communications, finance, and community engagement
• Contribute to department planning, process improvement, and team success

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• CFRE is an asset
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and donor relationship management
• Experience supporting a variety of fundraising programs and donor engagement activities
• Strong knowledge of Raiser’s Edge NXT or a comparable fundraising database
• Knowledge of Canada Revenue Agency charitable giving and tax receipting requirements
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills

YWCA Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin.

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