Associate Director, Major and Principal Gifts (Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer)
About Ronald McDonald House Alberta
Ronald McDonald House® Alberta supports families who must travel for vital medical treatment for their seriously ill or injured child. Our compassionate Houses in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Medicine Hat provide private family suites, warm meals, community support, and a home-away-from-home during incredibly difficult times. Each year, thousands of families from nearly 300 communities across Alberta stay with us—saving millions of dollars in accommodation and meal costs and finding strength in being close to their child and each other.
Why Choose Ronald McDonald House Alberta?
"I love being a part of a global community while also leading locally to strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare."
~ Caitlin, employee since 2024
Explore more employee quotes on our Careers page.
Your Role
The Associate Director, Major & Principal Gifts leads Ronald McDonald House Alberta’s major and principal giving portfolio, building meaningful relationships that strengthen our mission and expand our capacity to support families. In this leadership role, you will cultivate, solicit, and steward donors while providing strategic oversight, coaching, and performance management for the Major Gifts, Mid-Level, Planned Giving, and Stewardship team members. This full-time hybrid position requires travel to Ronald McDonald Houses and events across Alberta. The successful candidate must live in or around Calgary, Edmonton or Red Deer.
Why This Role Matters
Donations and community support are essential to ensuring families have a welcoming, supportive home‑away‑from‑home during their child’s medical treatment. Your leadership in donor engagement and team development directly fuels programs, services, and long‑term sustainability—ensuring Ronald McDonald House Alberta can continue providing comfort, care, and community when families need it most.
Your Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and manage a team of fundraisers and stewardship professionals, ensuring accountability for activity and revenue goals.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects with a focus on individual giving and family foundations
Oversee Ronlad McDonald House Alberta’s stewardship program and ensure timely, high‑quality donor recognition and reporting.
Build and maintain a comprehensive plan for growing our planned giving program
Launch of a mid-level giving program
Explore and enhance giving mechanisms such as Gifts of Life Insurance, Endowments, and Gifts of Shares / Securities
Prepare and maintain prospect management documentation, including briefings, contact reports, and donor records in Raiser’s Edge.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align fundraising goals, events, and donor experiences across the organization.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and professional development activities for your team.
Required Qualifications
10 years of progressive fundraising experience and 5 years of experience leading successful teams.
Strong communication, presentation, networking, and relationship‑building skills.
Experience facilitating major, planned, and complex gifts (e.g., insurance, estate gifts, securities).
Proven success in portfolio management and achieving fundraising targets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Raiser’s Edge is an asset.
High professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across teams.
Ability to travel within Alberta; valid Class 5 license and clear Police Information Check required.
What we Offer
We believe that when our people thrive, our mission thrives. We’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and inspired to grow. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation
Full benefits plan with a strong focus on mental health
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Growth & Development
Professional development and training opportunities
Opportunity to participate in cross functional committees
Flexibility & Well Being
Hybrid work schedule
Vacation and personal days
12 recognized statutory holidays
Financial Wellness
RRSP / TFSA matching program
Financial Wellness sessions
Culture & Community
A values driven culture where people come first
Social events and teambuilding activities
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Cultural Safety
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural safety are guiding principles at Ronald McDonald House Alberta. We recognize the ongoing need to ensure DEI is reflected in our day-to-day activities; to champion continuous learning for staff, volunteers and the board; to create policies and practices that support DEI; and to find ways to measure our progress and continually improve. If you require accommodation, please advise us during the recruitment process.
Note applications will be accepted until February 20,2026.
Thank You
We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.