Corporate Development Officer Maternity Leave Coverage, 13-18 Month Contract

Corporate Development Officer

Maternity Leave Coverage, 13-18 Month Contract

Ronald McDonald House Charities® Alberta (RMHC Alberta) is passionate about providing a home away from home for families with seriously ill or injured children who must travel for medical care.

We know that a family with a sick child is a sick family.  Our Ronald McDonald Houses provide a warm, compassionate and comfortable environment where families can share experiences, receive respite and distraction, eat a warm homemade meal and rest, all while caring for their child at the hospital next door.

RMHC Alberta is part of a global network of Houses, Family Rooms, Care Mobiles and Comfort Carts prioritizing family-centered care through delivery of our unique core programs. RMHC Alberta operates four Houses offering private family suites, and Comfort Carts that deliver bedside services in hospital. 

We’re currently engaged in a multi-year, $80M capital campaign to reduce the service gap by tripling our capacity in Calgary and Edmonton. Construction on an expanded facility in Calgary is completed and increased the number of suites from 27 to 91. The facility is 105,000 square feet, offering family suites and a multitude of common areas that enhance the family experience within our communal living environment. Tentatively Edmonton will expand from 36 suites to approximately 100 suites. The expansion critical path in its entirety is 5-7 years.


Why Choose RMHC Alberta?

Our team is very passionate about the work they do. In our 2024 employee engagement survey the top responses to what employees like best about working at RMHC Alberta were our mission and the people, including employees, volunteers, and the families we serve.

Here is what some of our employees say about working at RMHC 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, RMHC Alberta employee since 2024

“Knowing that we make a difference in the lives of families is what brings me back each day. Offering support to families during some of their darkest times is both a joy and honor.  Our Family Services team strives to provide supports that lessen some of their burdens, so that they can focus on helping their child heal.   Their strength and resilience are truly awe inspiring.” ~ Krista Hilton, RMHC Alberta employee since 2012


Your Role

The Corporate Development Officer focuses on corporate philanthropy, sponsorship and is responsible for the provincial McDonald’s relationship development strategy. They work in collaboration with the rest of the Development team to ensure the organizations financial goals are met.

This is a hybrid position based out of the Edmonton Ronald McDonald House and requires travel to Ronald McDonald Houses and applicable events in Alberta. The successful candidate must live in Edmonton or surrounding area. Some evening and weekend work will be required.


Your Key Responsibilities

Manage the Provincial McDonald’s Relationship

• Lead and manage McDonald’s/Owner Operator strategy, including relationship management of local Owner Operators

• Ensure each Owner Operator in the Alberta portfolio has a written stewardship plan and execute accordingly

• Ensure staff are all trained and up to date on all relative McDonalds initiatives

Corporate Philanthropy

• Strategically manage corporate partnership portfolio and research potential partners.

• Develop and implement plans for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, including upgrading existing donors and stewardship

• Edmonton liaison for the National Partnership Program (NPP) collective

• Track fundraising progress, analyze retention, and identify growth opportunities

• Preparation and delivery of high-quality proposals, presentations and other communications materials to donors and prospective donors

• Achieve financial goals and secure five to six-figure gifts

• Maintain accurate Raiser’s Edge records and contribute to the provincial Development team

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience as a fund developer or relationship manager

• Proven experience in fostering strong connections with employees across all levels and successfully cultivating meaningful relationships with donors and partners

• Proven ability to draft materials including case for support, solicitation letters, and impact reports, combined with exceptional project management skills, attention to detail, and follow-through

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including tact, poise, judgment, political sensitivity, and emotional intelligence

• Ability to excel both as a collaborative team member within a high-performing advancement team and as a self-sufficient, independent contributor

• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel within the province of Alberta

• Must provide a clear criminal record check

Nice to Haves

• Raiser’s Edge experience

• CFRE designation

• Strong research skills to identify potential corporate donors

• Strong computer and information management skills

What we Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional development opportunities

• Social events

• Vacation & personal days

• Flexibility and a hybrid work schedule

• Opportunity to participate in various committees

• A culture built on our values

Our Vision

A world where every family has what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children.


Our Mission

We provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.


Our Values

• We lead with compassion

• We are deeply respectful

• We act with integrity

• We are firmly committed

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural safety are guiding principles at RMHC 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.

We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.