Senior Philanthropy Officer

Heritage Park

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Calgary - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: $ 250000 - 750000
Posted on: 9 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Philanthropy Officer

Job Title: Senior Philanthropy Officer

Department: Fund Development

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Application Deadline: February 13 2026


Who We Are:
Heritage Park is Canadas largest living history museum and offers visitors a chance to experience life in Western Canada from the 1860s to the early 1950s. The park features historical buildings costumed interpreters working antiques and various exhibits that provide insight into the regions past.

Department Overview:
The Fund Development Department is responsible for securing the necessary funds to support Heritage Parks mission programming and ability to positively impact the community it serves Focused on donor acquisition engagement and retention the team innovates new revenue streams executes events and appeals and builds meaningful relationships with supporters The team works closely with the organizations strategic plan as well as multiple internal departments to ensure alignment with broader goals and objectives.

Job Overview:
Reporting to the Director Fund Development the Senior Philanthropy Officer advances Heritage Parks philanthropic objectives by strategically managing a curated portfolio of approximately 100 to 120 donors and prospects with the capacity to make gifts ranging from $250000 to $750000.

This role applies a disciplined donor lifecycle approach including identification qualification cultivation solicitation and stewardship supported by rigorous moves management CRM utilization and data-driven pipeline oversight. The Senior Philanthropy Gifts Officer builds trust-based donor relationships grounded in the Donor Bill of Rights ensuring each donor experiences personalized ethical and mission-aligned engagement.

The position is accountable for driving meaningful revenue outcomes by advancing individuals and organizations through the donor pipeline in a timely manner contributing $1.25M or more annually to revenue goals while supporting long-term donor retention. The role prioritizes high-quality relationship work and plays a key part in strengthening Heritage Parks internal culture of philanthropy.


Responsibilities:

Major and Principal Gifts Fundraising

  • Develop and execute individualized donor strategies for a defined portfolio of major and principal gift donors and prospects guiding them through all stages of the donor lifecycle
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 100-120 donors and prospects applying likelihood interest and ability (LIA) analysis to prioritize engagement and assess readiness
  • Design and implement disciplined moves management plans that advance donors through the pipeline with clear objectives timelines and outcomes
  • Prepare and deliver well-times donor-aligned solicitations that reflect donor readiness values and alignment with Heritage Parks mission
  • Achieve and maintain personal revenue targets of $.25M or more annually while contributing to long-term pipeline growth and donor retention
  • Develop compelling cases for support and customized proposals that connect donor values to organizational impact
  • Forecast revenue accurately and maintain accountability for portfolio performance and donor movement

Donor Relationship Management and Stewardship

  • Build deepen and sustain trust-based philanthropic relationships through consistent values-aligned engagement
  • Gain insight into donor motivations interests and philanthropic goals through thoughtful dialogue and relationship-centered engagement
  • Deliver timely personalized stewardship that reinforces donor trust satisfaction and long-term commitment
  • Ensure all donor interactions reflect ethical fundraising standards donor autonomy confidentiality and the Donor Bill of Rights
  • Represent Heritage Park with professionalism discretion and credibility in meetings events and community settings
  • Leverage donor engagement opportunities such as site visits program updates events and tailored experiences to strengthen relationships

Portfolio Data and CRM Management

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records within CTM documenting all interactions strategies and next steps
  • Use data and reporting tools to support informed decision-making pipeline management and forecasting
  • Monitor portfolio health donor movement and engagement trends to adjust strategies as needed

Collaboration of Culture of Philanthropy

  • Collaborate closely with the Director Fund Development and colleagues across the organization to align donor interests with program and funding priorities
  • Support and strengthen an internal culture of philanthropy by fostering purpose engagement and shared accountability among staff volunteers and stakeholders
  • Encourage participation in philanthropic initiatives and recognize acts of generosity and community involvement
  • Contribute to a collaborative donor-centric team environment focused on mission alignment and shared success
Organizational Excellence and Wellbeing

  • Contribute to inspiring and immersive experiences at the Park by engaging in Heritage Park initiatives that align with our mission and vision ensuring authenticity in our historical setting and stories.
  • Actively support a positive work environment by creating an atmosphere of inclusion engagement belonging and fulfillment for employees and volunteers in line with Heritage Park values.
  • Recognize all contributors to our community as integral to our success fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
  • Demonstrate responsible stewardship of our people collections and financial assets by driving growth with innovation transparency and financial sustainability while embracing our historical assets and recognizing all contributors.
  • Demonstrate commitment to workplace health and safety by complying with Heritage Parks Health Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS) following safe work practices reporting work-related incidents injuries and hazards participating in employer training and adhering to policies including the Code of Conduct and the Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as nonprofit management fundraising business communications or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5 years of experience in major gifts fundraising philanthropy or donor-facing relationship management with demonstrated success securing significant gifts (approximately $250000 or higher)
  • Proven ability to manage a defined donor portfolio with accountability for relationship progress forecasting and revenue outcomes
  • Strong understanding of the donor lifecycle including identification cultivation solicitation and stewardship with the ability to apply these practices effectively
  • Demonstrated success building and sustaining trust-based relationships with donors through thoughtful values-aligned engagement
  • Experience using donor CRM systems to track activity manage portfolios and support informed decision-making (Raisers Edge or similar platforms considered an asset)
  • Strong communication organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a relationship-driven role
  • Professional presence and discretion when representing Heritage Park with donors and external stakeholders
  • Knowledge of the Calgary and area philanthropic community considered an asset
  • AFP membership and/or CFRE designation considered an asset
  • Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle for travel within the Calgary region
  • Successful candidates over the age of 18 must complete a Police Information Check as a condition of employment
Special Working Conditions:

  • Professional business attire is required as this position must be prepared to meet with donors at any time.
  • May be required to wear a costume during certain fundraising events.
  • Appropriate costuming and safety equipment will be provided by Heritage Park; and
  • Footwear as designated by the Heritage Park Costume Department will be provided by the employee.
Hours of Work

  • The standard hours for this position are 35 hours per week.
  • The schedule will generally be five consecutive days per week (Monday to Friday); and
  • Occasional holiday evening and weekend work may be required
What we offer:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive Benefits package includes Extended Health Care Dental Benefits Basic Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Employee and Family Assistant Program (EFAP)
  • Employer-matched Pension Plan at 5%
  • Generous paid time off including Vacation days Sick Time
  • Working in a beautiful park setting
  • Free entrance to the Park including to our many public special events
  • Employee discounts on food and retail items and free parking

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