Team Lead, Fund Development

Join Us in Making a Difference, One Lunch at a Time

Are you a collaborative leader who thrives in a mission-driven environment and brings strong fundraising experience?

BB4CK is seeking a thoughtful, values-centred individual to join our team as Fund Development Team Lead. In this role, you'll guide our fundraising strategy, steward donor relationships, and support a dedicated team in strengthening the financial foundation that fuels our work.

Your leadership will help foster a high-trust team culture and ensure donors feel connected, appreciated, and inspired by the impact they make possible.

If you lead with integrity, strategic thinking, and a passion for community, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

For over 30 years, Brown Bagging for Calgary's Kids (BB4CK) has been dedicated to ensuring every child in our city has access to the food they need to thrive. Together with our BB4CK community, volunteers, parents, school staff, and donors, we connect kids to nutritious meals through school lunches and summer camps and by supporting families with grocery cards. We are committed to providing low-barrier, dignified access to food, ensuring every child feels cared for and supported by their community.

Our vision: A future where communities ensure no kids go hungry.

Our mission: Connect and inspire people to take meaningful action to feed and care for kids.

Position Overview

The Fund Development Team Lead increases BB4CK's organizational capacity by developing and executing a strategic, integrated fund development plan. This role leads a team of four and stewards BB4CK's major donors, cultivating strong, values-driven relationships while overseeing approximately $5 million in annual fundraising.

The position ensures long-term financial sustainability through diverse revenue streams, including grants, government funding, planned giving, and future capital campaigns. As BB4CK's fundraising strategy evolves, this portfolio is expected to continue growing over time.

Key Responsibilities of the Team Lead, Fund Development:

Strategic Leadership & Fund Development

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine BB4CK's integrated fund development strategy to meet organizational goals.

• Embed BB4CK's values and mission into donor stewardship and fundraising practices.

• Oversee major donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

• Lead the development of new giving mediums and fundraising efforts, such as planned giving, endowments, and capital campaigns.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise, mentor, and support the Fund Development team (currently four staff members), ensuring clear priorities and accountability.

• Provide growth opportunities and foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture.

• Partner with other Team Leads and Directors to align fundraising with organizational priorities.

Government Relations & Foundation Funding

• Lead relationships with government funders and oversee major multi-year grants.
• Participate in building relationships with government contacts.
• Manage reporting and compliance requirements for restricted and unrestricted funding sources.

Organizational Leadership

• Serve as part of BB4CK's leadership team, contributing fundraising insights to organizational planning.

• Provide quarterly updates to the Board Fund Development Committee.

• Represent BB4CK externally with donors, partners, and stakeholders.

Whole Organization

• Take ownership of your personal and professional well-being to lead sustainably and show up fully for your team and the community we serve.
• Actively support and advance BB4CK's mission by grounding fundraising strategies and relationships in our values of People, Action, and Trust.
• Complete responsibilities with excellence while modelling the values, culture, and collaborative spirit that strengthen our organization.
• Contribute to organizational needs as they arise to support the success and cohesion of the broader BB4CK team.

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary degree in Nonprofit Management, Philanthropy, Business, Communications, or related field; CFRE designation is an asset.
• 5–7 years of progressive fund development experience, including major gifts, grant management, and donor relations, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven track record in strategic fundraising planning and execution.
• Proficiency in donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Pardot), with strong skills in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)

Attributes & Values

The ideal candidate brings:

• A deep connection to BB4CK's mission of feeding kids and strengthening the community.
• Integrity and accountability in stewarding donor trust and organizational resources.
• A collaborative, respectful approach that fosters inclusive and values-aligned relationships.
• A visionary and innovative mindset, motivated by long-term sustainability and impact.

Core Competencies

• Networking & Relationship Building: Develops, sustains, and leverages relationships with donors, funders, and partners.
• Strategic Thinking: Designs fundraising strategies aligned with BB4CK's long-term priorities.
• Leadership: Guides, mentors, and inspires the Fund Development team to meet ambitious goals.
• Communication: Crafts clear, compelling, and values-driven messages for donors, staff, and external audiences.

Kitchen Support

• All employees of BB4CK are expected to offer their support in our kitchen spaces, as needed, while managing their capacity and schedules throughout the course of their employment.

This Opportunity Might Be for You If You

• Take ownership of your work, follow through on commitments, and value accountability, transparency, and integrity in stewarding donor relationships and organizational resources.
• Build strong, values-aligned relationships and genuinely enjoy connecting with donors, funders, partners, and colleagues in ways that deepen trust and shared impact.
• Bring a thoughtful, strategic, and organized approach to managing fundraising priorities, timelines, and team needs, while staying adaptable in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
• Are energized by mission-driven work, thrive in collaborative spaces, and embrace learning, growth, and inclusive leadership within your team and across the organization.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Hybrid role with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

• Fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.

• Occasional evenings and weekends required to support events, campaigns, or media opportunities.

Total Compensation & Benefits

BB4CK offers a competitive and values-aligned total compensation package designed to support physical, psychological, and financial well-being. Base salaries are anchored at the 50th percentile of market value, and our benefits include:

• Employer-paid health and dental coverage
• Health Spending Account (HSA) and Wellness Spending Account (WSA) totalling $300 per year
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• RRSP matching after one year of employment
• Professional development support
• Flexible wellness days
• Two weeks of vacation to start (available after probation), with vacation increasing as your length of service grows.
• Three paid holiday days to use at your discretion
• One-time $1,200 office equipment allowance
• Mileage reimbursement for business-required travel
• Paid Parking

How to Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and inspires you, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest and qualifications.

Interview & Timeline

As we transition into year-end activities and holiday programming, we will begin reviewing applications in early January. Interviews will start later that month. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to connecting with candidates in the new year.

Need accommodation?

If you need alternate accommodations to submit your resume and cover letter, don't hesitate to contact the People and Culture Team Lead, Margaret, at Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and this position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

We thank all applicants for their interest and time; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.