Donor Engagement Lead

At the Alberta Cancer Foundation, we exist to create more hope and more moments for Albertans facing cancer, no matter where they live or the type of cancer they’re facing. But we can’t do it alone. It is the collective actions of our team **-**alongside our volunteers, partners and donors **-** that are pivotal to ensuring every Albertan facing cancer has the support they need and the treatment they deserve, now and into the future.

Consider joining our dedicated team to make a difference for Albertans facing cancer with the following opportunity:
Reporting to the Manager, Donor Engagement, the Lead, Donor Engagement, will be responsible for delivering on key elements of the comprehensive Donor Engagement Strategy, with a strong emphasis on timely activation of all existing donor engagement opportunities. The Donor Impact & Engagement team exists to help ensure that all donors have a timely, consistent, and meaningful experience after giving to the Alberta Cancer Foundation.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Naming & Recognition
- Lead the execution of all philanthropic naming and recognition in accordance with the Alberta Cancer Foundation Donor Recognition Standards
- Collaborate with the Philanthropy team to present recognition opportunities to donors,
- Manage an inventory of naming assets
- Coordinate installations, updates and maintenance of dimensional lettering, plaques and donor walls at cancer centers across the province

Policy & Strategy Delivery
- Uphold the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s Gift Acceptance Policy, Endowment Policy and Donor Impact Standards
- Manage the documentation and regular updating of all policies and procedures related to donor engagement
- Drive the execution of personalized donor engagement plans, ensuring timely delivery of key Impact and Engagement deliverables.
- Execute the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s Donor Recognition Standards and Endowment Reporting Strategy
- Lead the activation of key donor engagement activities such as the annual Report to the Community and Leap Magazine

Required Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline
- A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a Fundraising organization, with direct experience in stewardship and donor recognition
- A strong understanding of donor recognition processes and best practices
- Previous experience managing vendors and procurement processes is considered an asset
- Strong relationship building skills, with ability to foster ongoing partnerships
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects with excellence
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of and passion for healthcare philanthropy is considered an asset
- Clear Background Check
- Valid Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle

**Benefits of joining the ACF Team**:
You will be joining a cause-driven, passionate team, where everyone is welcome and valued. Our fast-paced, high-performance environment encourages innovation and growth, while we celebrate success along the way. 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 partially remote where suitable