Director of Philanthropy

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Director of Philanthropy

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Kids
Cancer Care

The Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta is passionately dedicated to helping young people affected by cancer and their families survive and
thrive in body, mind and spirit. With a vision of providing a cure for every child and care for every
family, Kids Cancer Care strives to end childhood cancer, while easing the pain
and suffering of the disease through three essential program areas: 1. Camp and
Outreach; 2. Research and
Hospital; and 3. Education Support and Scholarships.  

At Kids Cancer Care, we consider it an honour and privilege to do the
work we do. We get to help deserving children and families, and we get to see
our community at its finest — volunteering, donating, hosting fundraisers and
helping others. We love our work, and we love the children and families we
serve. We take our jobs seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously.
We pride ourselves on having a fun, vibrant and sometimes quirky team that
works, laughs, cries, eats, plays and celebrates together.  

We value diversity and the different perspectives and innovative
thinking it brings. We like to surround ourselves with creative, kind, and
passionate people, and we welcome all qualified persons regardless of
differences in physical ability, gender identity or sexual orientation,
cultural or religious beliefs, or ethnic origins. We realize that what makes us
unique makes us remarkable. We believe in the power of diversity and are
dedicated to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment at all
levels of the organization. 

For more
information on Kids Cancer Care and our work, please visit us at . 

Career
Opportunity

This
is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Chief Executive Officer
(CEO).

The
Position

As
the Director of Philanthropy, you are a purpose-driven leader who propels our
mission forward. You will be responsible for building intentional partnerships
and shaping the strategic direction of our major gifts program. You will
steward a dynamic and comprehensive $6-8M portfolio including major gifts,
corporate partners, foundations & grants, annual & planned giving, signature events, and community fundraising
initiatives. This role oversees the Revenue Development team, including three
direct reports: the Donor Connections Manager, the Signature Events &
Sponsorships Manager, and the Development Associate (annual giving, grants
& gifts). You will drive strategic growth, cultivate deep relationships
with major donors, and champion a culture of collaboration and innovation to
deliver on Kids Cancer Care's bold ambitions.

Accountability

The
Director reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer, serves as an integral
member of the Senior Leadership Team, and works collaboratively with the board,
staff, and volunteers.

Incumbent
Profile

You
are a relationship-centric leader who pairs strategy and execution with a
passion for impact. Your strong belief in supporting families affected by
childhood cancer inspires generosity, mobilizes donors and sponsors to act, and
builds the partnerships required to make Kids Cancer Care's current and future
ambitions achievable.

Key
Areas of Responsibility

Lead
Major Gifts and Fundraising Strategy

Design
and execute a unique major gifts strategy to secure gifts between the $100K–$1M
range, evolving mission-based programming and sustainable organizational growth
over the next five years.Set
both multi-year strategies and in-year execution plans to support current and
future programs, build organizational capabilities, and drive and diversify
long-term revenue sources.Collaborate
with CEO and Board to build strong government relations and case support
towards pediatric cancer research and Camp Kindle.

Inspire
Giving, Impact and Donor Stewardship

Build and deepen
relationships with major donors, individuals, corporations, and philanthropic
institutions, positioning the Foundation as a trusted and credible partner.Serve as a
front-line fundraiser, personally securing gifts that expand our mission-based
programs, reach and impact.Oversee a meaningful
donor stewardship and recognition program of the highest standard to
meet/exceed their needs, create a 'sense of community' and encourage consistent
giving support.Steward compelling
annual and planned giving campaigns to increase donor matching and support year
over year.Determine and
execute strategies with the Revenue Development Managers to optimize support
from our Signature Events and Third-Party Fundraising partnerships or
participants.

Strong
Operational Stewardship

Oversee
budgeting, forecasting, and key performance targets and metrics to ensure
transparency, accountability, and alignment with Kids Cancer Care's 5-year
strategic plan and annual organizational and operational goals.Ensure all
fundraising systems, policies, processes and activities are current and
compliant with KCC policies, AFP Code of Ethics and Standards of Practices, and
all relevant Canadian and Alberta guidelines and regulations (i.e. CRA, Service
Alberta, AGLC).

Build
and Develop a High-Performing Team

Lead and inspire a high-performing, collaborative and
innovative team that is deeply connected to our mission and does their best for
Kids Cancer Care.Oversee annual goal setting, objectives planning, and
quarterly performance reviews with the direct reports and team.Provide leadership, support, and co-create
professional development opportunities with Managers to help them and the team
excel and grow in their roles.

Contribute
to Organizational Leadership

Act
as a trusted ambassador—engaging with donors, partners, community, and media to
elevate our mission and strengthen our presence in Alberta.Serve
as a board liaison, participating in board meetings, supporting the Fundraising
and Donor Relations Advisory Committee, and engaging the board in donor
identification and solicitation.Act
as a key member of the senior leadership team, participating actively in
organizational decision-making. Effectively translate strategic decisions and
the 'why' behind them to the team, ensuring clarity, consistency, and unified
action.Work
collaboratively with Marketing & Communications to ensure all campaigns,
materials, and digital communications are fully aligned with Kids Cancer Care's
branding.

Competencies
and Experiences

Values-Driven:
Demonstrates accountability to do the right things for Kids Cancer Care's
mission, culture, and sustainability.Proven
Fundraising Leadership:
10+ years of experience with a proven track record in achieving significant
fundraising goals, leading teams, securing corporate partnerships, and
executing multi-year fundraising strategies.Relationship
Builder:
Exceptional ability to network with the philanthropic community, establish new
relationships, cultivate trust, and inspire action among donors, corporate
partners, foundations, government, volunteers, and internal teams.Authentic
People Leader:
A collaborative leadership style that builds high-performing, mission-connected
teams, celebrates collective wins, and co-creates and nurtures growth in their
leaders and teams.Strategic
and Operational Excellence:
A forward-thinker with strong analytical acumen, ready to evolve our major gift
fundraising model and position Kids Cancer Care for long-term sustainable
success.Innovative
Thinker:
Knowledge of Calgary's, Alberta's, and Canada's business and philanthropic
sectors. Seeks out fundraising trends and leverages data insights to drive
innovative and inclusive donor relations and engagement strategies and results.Compelling
Communicator:
The ability to effectively communicate the mission, strategic vision, and
opportunity of Kids Cancer Care to a wide range of audiences—from a
philanthropic event to a group to a boardroom full of senior executives to a
classroom filled with children and parents.Technology
Savvy:
Experience using social media and online giving platforms, developing modern
fundraising tools and channels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and systems
like Raiser's Edge or Donor Perfect is essential.Results-Oriented:
Loves achieving or exceeding an ambitious goal, monitors progress, engages
others in solutions, carries lessons learned forwards and knows how pivot if required.

Education
and Credentials

Relevant
bachelor's degree required.Certified
Fundraising Executive (CFRE) Designation is required.Member
in good standing of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

Closing
Date

Applicants will be accepted
until December 5, 2025.

Applications

Note: We are
grateful to everyone who applies, but only candidates selected for an interview
will be notified.

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