Development Coordinator, Foundation

We are looking for a Development Coordinator (posting # 061-26) to work with our Foundation to help us continue in our mission to serve our community with Kindness, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Position Summary

An excellent entry-level position for a rewarding career in the field of health care philanthropy, the Development Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting all of the Foundation’s fundraising programs. This position involves gift entry and receipting, special event support, hospital family giving, tribute giving, annual giving, communications and stewardship. Reporting to the CEO, Foundation, the Coordinator provides administrative, donor relations, fundraising and event support to strengthen fundraising initiatives, build donor engagement, and advance the mission of Headwaters Health Care Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

Program Support

• Front-line staff person welcoming visitors to the Foundation Office
• Gift entry
• Donation receipts and correspondence
• Office administration

Special Events & Service Clubs

• Support community partners hosting fundraising events to benefit the Foundation.
• Provide promotional support and ensure timely donor recognition.
• Submit timely proposals and follow up to service clubs

Hospital Family Giving

• Assist with the promotion and administration of staff and physician giving programs.
• Prepare communication materials and track participation and results.

Tribute Giving

• Promote opportunities for gifts made in honour or memory of individuals or special occasions

Stewardship

• Prepare thank-you letters, impact reports, and stewardship packages
• Assist with donor appreciation activities and events to strengthen engagement and retention

Administrative & Database Support

• Maintain accurate donor records.
• Generate reports and assist with the analysis of giving program performance.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in fundraising, communications, business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in donor database systems and Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent word processing, spreadsheet proficiency
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team
• Willingness to work occasional weekends/evenings/early mornings
• Acceptable performance and attendance records

The ideal candidate will also:

• Have a passion for philanthropy and advancing community healthcare
• Be outgoing, personable, and client-centered
• Have a proactive, collaborative, and donor-focused approach

Why Headwaters?

Our values are more than words; they are what define and connect us. They determine how we work, how we behave, and how we relate to our patients, their families, and caregivers as well as to everyone who is part of the Headwaters community.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Headwaters Health Care Centre is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and supports the compliance of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact Human Resources so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Headwaters Health Care Centre is a smoke free facility. Smoking is not permitted on hospital properties. We thank everyone who works at or visits our hospitals for respecting this healthy initiative. We are also a scent-free environment for all employees and visitors.

We are hiring for an existing vacancy.