Philanthropy Events Lead

7 months ago


Edmonton, Canada Alberta Cancer Foundation Full time

At the Alberta Cancer Foundation (ACF), our vision, our purpose and our values drive everything we do. Our work is grounded in our vision of a cancer-free future and to create more moments for Albertans facing cancer by inspiring our community to give to innovation, detection, treatment and care.

Consider joining our dedicated team to make a difference for Albertans facing cancer with the following opportunity:
Reporting to the Manager, Donor Events this position is part of the Philanthropy team responsible for an integrated fundraising model. This position is responsible for the management of current Partnership events, as well as supporting new Foundation-wide initiatives and campaigns through building relationships with external stakeholders, AHS staff, sponsors, major gift donors, in-kind partners, and event organizers. This role is required to also provide proper stewardship and community engagement as an ambassador for the Alberta Cancer Foundation.

**Key Accountabilities will include**:
**Event Management**
- Oversees the planning, execution and management of all Partnership events.
- Lead logistics and operations of internal events as related to Major Gift announcements, Campaign celebrations, tours, and/or donor engagement.
- Assist, support and/or lead committee members, while providing ongoing ideas and feedback on behalf of the Foundation. Ensures the proper insurances, waivers, agreements etc. are obtained for each event

**Fund development**
- Support Cabinet volunteers and/or Foundation staff in sponsorship and/or donor solicitations as required. This may include but is not limited to sponsorship requests, sponsorship fulfillment, registration, and reconciliation of online & offline pledges.
- Work together with the Major Gift team to identify prospects and discover partnership opportunities.

**Acknowledgement and Stewardship**
- Responsible for the implementation of a stewardship strategy for all Partnership events, in conjunction with the Donor Impact team.
- Coordinates stewardship deliverables including tours, acknowledgements, fulfillment reports, hosting post-mortem meetings, and appreciation events.

**Donor Record Keeping & website development**
- Oversees the handling of event proceeds and complete reconciliation
- Ensures all assigned donor records, event records, and data integrity are up to date and accurate aligning fundraising pages

**Required Qualifications**:

- Proven track record in event execution and management
- Skilled in project management
- Proficient in MS Office
- Customer service orientation with a knack for problem solving
- Clear Criminal Record Check
- Class 5 Driver’s License & access to personal vehicle
- Post-secondary education in Business Management, Hospitality, Marketing or a relevant disciple

**Benefits of joining the ACF Team**:
You will be joining a cause-driven, high-performance team who works hard and plays hard. In addition, as a Permanent, Full-Time Employee, your total rewards include:

- A competitive annual salary
- A rich Flexible Benefit Plan, including Health and Dental Benefits, Health Spending Account, Personal Spending Account, Savings Account (TFSA or Group RRSP), Optional Critical Illness, Core Life and AD&D coverage
- Employer paid LTD Insurance premiums
- Paid Sick Time, Vacation and Personal Leave
- Employer matched participation in our defined benefit Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
- A hybrid work environment, with the ability to work remotely where suitable


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