• Individual major gifts ranging from fifty thousand dollars to two hundred fifty thousand dollars or more and
• Corporate partnerships and multi-year sponsorships within the same revenue range.

• Manage and steward a strategic portfolio of approximately 120 individual donors corporate partners and prospects ensuring each relationship progresses intentionally through the donor and partnership lifecycle.
• Develop and implement clear engagement and solicitation strategies for each portfolio relationship to drive meaningful movement retention and revenue growth.
• Apply moves management principles for individual donors and structured development strategies for corporate partnerships to guide cultivation solicitation and stewardship activities.
• Create tailored engagement plans that reflect the motivations decision-making processes and value propositions of both individual philanthropists and corporate partners.
• Use Likelihood Interest and Ability (LIA) analysis to assess prospects prioritize outreach and determine readiness for solicitation.
• Maintain accurate and timely records within the CRM system including contact reports opportunity tracking pipeline management and revenue forecasting.
• Monitor and analyze portfolio performance tracking progress toward revenue goals relationship movement and donor and partner retention.
• Develop and execute an annual portfolio work plan aligned with departmental strategies and revenue targets.

Major Gift & Corporate Solicitation & Revenue Advancement

• Lead the full lifecycle of major gift and corporate partnership development including identification cultivation solicitation negotiation and stewardship.
• Develop compelling cases for support customized proposals sponsorship packages and partnership presentations tailored to donor and corporate partner interests.
• Secure multi-year financial commitments from both individual philanthropists and corporate partners to support long-term organizational sustainability.
• Negotiate corporate sponsorship agreements including investment levels benefit structures recognition opportunities and partnership activation elements.
• Work collaboratively with Marketing & Communications to develop meaningful sponsorship opportunities and ensure the successful delivery of partnership benefits.
• Align solicitation strategies and timing with relationship readiness donor interests and organizational priorities.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for leadership-level gifts transformational contributions and strategic partnerships that advance Heritage Parks mission.
• Represent Heritage Park at community events networking opportunities and donor meetings to strengthen relationships and expand the prospect pipeline.

Stewardship of Donor and Corporate Partner Experience

• Provide personalized and thoughtful stewardship to donors and corporate partners that honors donor intent and strengthens long-term relationships.
• Ensure corporate partnership and sponsorship benefits are delivered accurately and effectively working closely with internal teams to fulfill agreements.
• Prepare and share impact reports and updates that clearly demonstrate philanthropic outcomes and the value of corporate partnerships.
• Maintain proactive and consistent communication with donors and partners to support retention relationship growth and long-term engagement.
• Identify and cultivate opportunities for leadership-level and transformational gifts among individual donors and corporate partners.
• Recognize and refer individuals who may have interest in planned or legacy giving supporting long-term philanthropic impact.

Ethical & Professional Standards

• Protect donor confidentiality and respect donor autonomy in all interactions.
• Model the highest standards of ethics transparency inclusivity and accountability in accordance with professional fundraising standards.
• Actively contribute to a donor-centric culture of philanthropy across the organization.

• 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.
  
  

• Post-secondary degree in non-profit management marketing business administration communications or a related field.
• Minimum of three to five years of progressive experience in major gifts relationship management or donor-facing philanthropic roles with demonstrated success securing gifts of fifty thousand dollars or more.
• AFP affiliation and/or CFRE designation considered an asset.
• All successful candidates (over the age of 18) willbe requiredto complete a Police Information Check as a condition of employment.A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant; any information disclosed will be assessed confidentially on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Alberta human rights legislation considering relevance to the role and our commitment to equitable and inclusive hiring practices.
• The ideal candidate will also bring:
  • Demonstrated ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships with donors funders and corporate partners through thoughtful engagement and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to develop compelling proposals briefing materials and donor communications.
  • Experience managing donor portfolios and advancing relationships through the fundraising lifecycle including identification cultivation solicitation and stewardship.
  • Proven ability to develop tailored cases for support and sponsorship proposals that connect donor and partner interests with organizational impact.
  • Strong organizational planning and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and achieving revenue goals.
  • High level of professionalism discretion and ethical judgment with a commitment to donor confidentiality and the principles outlined in the Donor Bill of Rights.
  • Experience working with donor database systems (Raisers Edge NXT preferred) and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments aligning fundraising strategies with program priorities and partnership opportunities.
  • Demonstrated experience securing corporate partnerships sponsorships or business relationships is strongly valued.
  • Experience with corporate partnerships or sponsorship development is considered an asset.
  • Familiarity with annual giving planned giving fundraising events and charitable gaming regulations (AGLC) is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of or interest in the mission programs and impact of Heritage Park and the role philanthropy plays in supporting cultural and community initiatives.

• 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.