Manager, Donor Engagement & Stewardship (Full-time Permanent)

Lake of the Woods District Hospital; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare foundation in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Manager, Donor Engagement & Stewardship. This role focuses on developing relationships with donors and executing strategies for donor engagement and philanthropic growth. Candidates should have experience in fundraising and possess strong communication and relationship-building skills. The position offers a collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Five weeks paid vacation

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Desjardin Group Life Insurance

Access to staff physiotherapy and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in fundraising, donor relations, or partnership roles.
• Detail-oriented with experience using databases.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; adept at building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement donor stewardship plans.
• Plan and evaluate annual giving programs to drive donor engagement.
• Manage recognition programs and coordinate donor impact stories.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Project management

Writing persuasively

Education

University degree or diploma in a related field

Tools

Fundraising/CRM databases

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Position details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: 1.00 FTE
• Department: Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation
• Salary: $90,710.88 to $98,490.746 annually
• Closing Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025

At no other time in history has health care mattered more to Canadians. Lake of the Woods District Hospital is an acute care hospital, providing high-quality patient-centered care to residents of the City of Kenora, surrounding communities and a large seasonal population. Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation (LWDHF) raises funds to invest in the medical equipment and infrastructure enhancements that make our Hospital’s superior patient care a reality. With a strong focus on performance and best practice, and guided by a skilled Board of Directors, LWDHF offers a positive, collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Position Summary The Manager, Donor Engagement & Stewardship is a key member of the Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation team, reporting to the Executive Director. This role is responsible for building and sustaining long-term relationships with donors by delivering exceptional stewardship, personalized communication, and meaningful recognition. The Manager will develop and execute strategies that deepen donor engagement, enhance loyalty, and support philanthropic growth across all levels of giving, including annual giving programs and campaigns. Working closely with the Executive Director, this position ensures that donors are informed of the impact of their contributions and are inspired to continue supporting the Foundation’s mission of enhancing local healthcare.

Why Work with LWDHF?

• Five (5) weeks paid vacation, pro-rated for your first year - because you deserve a great work-life balance
• Five (5) discretionary days
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Access to staff physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives and more!

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Develop and implement donor stewardship plans across all giving levels, ensuring timely acknowledgment, reporting, and impact updates
• Plan, execute, and evaluate annual giving programs and campaigns to drive donor engagement, retention, and revenue growth
• Manage recognition programs (naming opportunities, donor walls, annual reports, special recognition events)
• Work closely with the Executive Director to identify and cultivate major gift and planned giving prospects
• Coordinate with Communications Consultant to prepare donor impact stories, case for support materials, and personalized reports
• Create and maintain donor profiles, tracking giving history and engagement in the donor database
• Support third-party event donors/partners with stewardship follow-up and engagement opportunities
• Collaborate on strategy for annual appeals and campaigns, ensuring donor retention and pipeline development

Experience and Qualifications:

• University degree or community college diploma in a related field or equivalent background in fundraising, administrative, communications and/or public relations
• 3–5 years’ experience in fundraising, donor relations, or partnership role
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and project management skills
• Detail-oriented with experience using fundraising/CRM databases
• Demonstrated ability to write persuasively and present donor impact
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet multiple and competing priorities
• Highly professional, acts with integrity
• A valid driver’s license is required and access to a vehicle
• Flexibility to work some evenings/weekends as required
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; adept at building positive, professional relationships

Please apply through the online application process via the following site information: LWDHF is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles. We cannot display the original URL here; interested applicants should follow the posted recruitment process and provide a cover letter and resume as part of the application. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position. LWDHF is committed to the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation. LWDHF values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393