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<h2>Summary</h2>Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation is entering an exciting new chapter under new leadership, and we are seeking our first-ever Major Gifts Officer (MGO) to launch and grow our major gifts program. This is a rare opportunity to design, implement, and lead a program from the ground up, leveraging a long history of philanthropy and a deeply engaged community of donors.Reporting to the Executive Director, the MGO will work hand in hand with the Executive Director and Communications Coordinator to create compelling cases for support, craft donor journeys, and ensure every stage of the donor lifecycle is documented through Raiser’s Edge and a disciplined moves management system.This role requires a strategic builder—someone who thrives on innovation, relationship management, and translating donor passion into transformational gifts. Experience in major gifts is essential, with exposure to estate and legacy giving and corporate philanthropy as strong assets. This position will expand in scope as success is achieved, offering both professional growth and meaningful impact in the community we serve.<h2>About us</h2>Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation fuels excellence in local healthcare by funding life-saving equipment, innovative programs, and patient-centered initiatives that government funding alone cannot cover. Through strategic fundraising and community partnerships, we strive to improve the quality of care and health outcomes for all residents.<h2>What you will do</h2>Fundraising &amp; Strategy Development<ul><li>Collaborate with the Executive Director to design and execute a multi-year major gifts strategy, focused on donor growth and increased giving levels.</li><li>Build and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, leading the donor journey from identification and cultivation through solicitation and stewardship.</li><li>Partner with the Executive Director and Communications Coordinator to develop compelling cases for support tailored to donor interests and hospital priorities.</li><li>Integrate a moves management system within Raiser’s Edge to track, document, and advance donor relationships systematically.</li><li>Support planned giving and estate strategies, cultivating relationships with professional advisors and promoting giving vehicles such as bequests, securities, and property.</li><li>Conduct prospect research, prepare customized proposals, and undertake grant writing for corporate and family foundation support.</li><li>Evaluate progress against goals and adjust strategies to maximize results.</li></ul>Donor Relations &amp; Stewardship<ul><li>Build strong, long-term relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and family foundations.</li><li>Maintain a high community profile, representing RMHF’s mission and vision at events and through local networks.</li><li>Design and execute stewardship plans that provide meaningful recognition, including events, tours, tailored communications, and donor societies.</li><li>Ensure donor interactions, journeys, and touchpoints are accurately recorded and updated in Raiser’s Edge to ensure continuity and accountability.</li><li>Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and Board members to ensure a coordinated, donor-centered approach across all fundraising initiatives.</li><li>Administration &amp; Collaboration</li><li>Partner with the Communications Coordinator on donor-facing materials, digital campaigns, and storytelling for major gifts and planned giving.</li><li>Represent RMHF externally on matters relating to major gifts and philanthropic impact.</li><li>Participate in Foundation team planning, strategy sessions, and professional development opportunities.</li></ul><h2>What we are looking for</h2><ul><li>Required: Proven experience in fundraising, particularly in securing major gifts.</li><li>Required: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Required: Ability to build and maintain relationships with high-net-worth individuals.</li><li>Optional: Experience in the healthcare or non-profit sector.</li><li>Optional: Familiarity with donor management software.</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive work environment.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Professional development opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Our Hiring process</h2><ul><li>Initial application review.</li><li>Phone interview with HR.</li><li>In-person or virtual interview with the hiring manager.</li><li>Final interview with the leadership team.</li><li>Reference and background checks.</li></ul><h2>Place of work / Location</h2><ul><li>Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, Maple Ridge, BC.</li></ul>

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation

Major Gifts Officer

<h2>Development Associate&nbsp;</h2><h2>About us</h2>Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation (RMHF) exists to enhance the delivery of health care in the Ridge Meadows community through philanthropy and advocacy. Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation fuels excellence in local healthcare by funding life-saving equipment, innovative programs, and patient-centered initiatives that government funding alone cannot cover. We are committed to fostering a healthy community through strategic partnerships and innovative fundraising initiatives.<h2>What you will do</h2><ul><li>Act as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director, managing calendar, donor meeting logistics, follow-up, and correspondence.</li><li>Arrange all Board meetings, ensuring there is quorum for each meeting</li><li>Attend each board meeting, taking minutes and distributing to all directors in a timely fashion.&nbsp;</li><li>Support proposal development, stewardship activities, and donor impact reporting</li><li>Assist in preparing materials for presentations, board meetings, and grant submissions</li><li>Coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring effective follow-up</li><li>Maintain and update donor databases and records.</li><li>Organize and participate in fundraising events and activities.</li><li>Serve as the first point of contact for donors, volunteers, and visitors—ensuring a warm and professional reception experience</li><li>Process donations, issue tax receipts, and track gifts in Raiser’s Edge NXT CRM under the supervision of the operations lead.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborates closely with team members to ensure a coordinated, donor centric approach and assist with donor relations activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the coordination of in-house campaigns and third party fundraisers such as Marketplace, Purdy’s Chocolates, Jeans Day, and Payroll Lottery.</li><li>Process donations, issue tax receipts, and track gifts in Raiser’s Edge NXT CRM under the supervision of the operations lead.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborates closely with team members to ensure a coordinated, donor centric approach and assist with donor relations activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the coordination of in-house campaigns and third party fundraisers such as Marketplace, Purdy’s Chocolates, Jeans Day, and Payroll Lottery.</li></ul><h2>What we are looking for</h2><ul><li>Required: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Required: Strong organizational and administrative abilities.</li><li>Optional: Experience in fundraising or non-profit sector.</li><li>Optional: Proficiency in donor management software.</li><li>Optional: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive work environment.</li><li>Professional development and growth opportunities.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li></ul><h2>Our Hiring process</h2><ul><li>Submit your application and resume.</li><li>Initial screening and interview with HR.</li><li>Interview with the hiring manager.</li><li>Final decision and offer.</li></ul><h2>Place of work / Location</h2><ul><li>Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, Maple Ridge, Canada</li></ul>

Development Associate

Since 1971, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services has been dedicated to building stronger, more inclusive communities. Guided by our vision of an inclusive community where everyone can grow, flourish, and belong, we meet people where they are and support them in discovering their unique strengths and abilities.Alongside this legacy, Cythera Transition House Society has been a trusted presence in the community since 1984. As an anti-violence agency, Cythera supports adults, youth, and families impacted by abuse. Through safe housing, counselling, advocacy, and holistic services, Cythera empowers individuals on their path forward—always with compassion, respect, and care.Together, Community Services and Cythera stand as pillars of support for the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and Katzie communities. By combining decades of experience, a deep-rooted community presence, and a shared commitment to safety, belonging, and resilience, our two organizations create a powerful affiliation of care for those who need it most.As Director, Fund Development and Marketing &amp; Communications for both organizations, you will carry forward our stories, inspire support for our missions, and help ensure a sustainable future for this collective work.OUR OPPORTUNITYWe are seeking a strategic, community-centered leader to join our Leadership Team as the Director, Fund Development and Marketing &amp; Communications. This role is pivotal in advancing our mission by shaping how we engage with donors, partners, and the broader community.As a member of the Leadership Team for both organizations, you will guide a talented team and oversee all aspects of fundraising, branding, public relations, and communications—through a lens of equity, inclusion, and relational leadership.This position is about more than financial sustainability. It is about uplifting stories of resilience and connection, creating space for community voice, and ensuring equity is at the heart of everything we share.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLEFund Development &amp; Donor Relations<ul><li>Lead a values-driven fund development strategy grounded in trust and relationship-based giving.</li><li>Secure funding opportunities from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government.</li><li>Oversee donor communications, stewardship strategies, CRM systems, and reporting.</li><li>Partner with program teams to craft proposals and impact reports that authentically reflect community voice.</li></ul>Marketing &amp; Communications<ul><li>Develop and implement a communications strategy that promotes accessibility and amplifies diverse perspectives.</li><li>Act as spokesperson and support the Executive Director with speeches, presentations, and media relations.</li><li>Guide brand stewardship to ensure messaging is inclusive, strengths-based, and community-informed.</li><li>Oversee all print and digital channels, including website, email, and social media.</li></ul>Leadership &amp; Strategy<ul><li>Contribute to strategic planning, financial oversight, and organizational culture as part of the Leadership Team.</li><li>Align fundraising with financial goals and support accreditation efforts.</li><li>Drive equity-focused change initiatives across the organization.</li></ul>People &amp; Culture<ul><li>Build and mentor a high-performing team with a strengths-based, coaching-focused approach.</li><li>Foster a culture of learning, innovation, and reflective practice.</li><li>Support succession planning and equity in leadership pathways.</li></ul>External Engagement &amp; Advocacy<ul><li>Represent the Agency at community events, conferences, and with media and government stakeholders.</li><li>Strengthen relationships with donors, funders, and local partners.</li><li>Lead campaigns and events that raise the Agency’s profile and invite public support.</li></ul>WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATIONS<ul><li>Experience: Minimum 5 years in senior leadership roles within fund development, communications, or community engagement (preferably in nonprofit, social services, or public sector).</li><li>Education: Post-secondary education in communications, nonprofit management, business, or related field.</li><li>Knowledge: Inclusive marketing, fundraising ethics, donor relations, and EDI-informed storytelling.</li><li>Leadership Skills: Proven ability to build and lead teams, navigate complex portfolios, and embed equity into strategy.</li><li>Strengths: Excellent communication, collaboration, and consensus-building skills; culturally humble and values-driven.</li></ul>This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a community-based organization that values authenticity, collaboration, and empowerment. As Director, you will shape the stories we tell, strengthen the partnerships we build, and ensure our work is sustainable for years to come.TO APPLY<a href="https://easyapply.co/job/director-fund-development-and-marketing-communications?rcid=community_services" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO APPLY</a>We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the communities we proudly serve, while encompassing the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations including queer, trans, and two-spirit people. In our words and actions, we recognize the challenges for those facing inequalities, while acknowledging our privilege, as we continuously strive to remove bias and reduce barriers that individuals may experience in the hiring and job-seeking process. We invite feedback from all applications who apply for roles within the Agency.

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows  Community Services

Director, Fund Development and Marketing & Communications

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEWSurrey Hospitals Foundation is the official health care foundation for individuals and families residing in Surrey and the surrounding Fraser Valley communities. &nbsp;Thanks to donors' generosity, we help fund every one of our region's major health facilities, including Surrey Memorial Hospital and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre. We also support and fund the Czorny Alzheimer Centre and many specialized community programs for newborns, children, adults, and seniors. Our Surrey healthcare campus provides health care for every stage, from birth to the end of life. &nbsp;To learn more about us, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.surreyhospitalsfoundation.com" target="_blank">Surrey Hospitals Foundation</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We acknowledge that we operate, live and work on the traditional territories of the Semiahmoo, Katzie, Kwantlen, Kwikwetlem, Qaywavt, Tsawwassen First Nations and Metis Nations.&nbsp;JOB SUMMARYSurrey Hospitals Foundation is looking for a resourceful and experienced Annual Giving Specialist to join our team. As the Annual Giving Specialist, you will ensure donors understand their vital role in transforming healthcare and are meaningfully engaged across all giving levels. You play an integral role in consolidating a base of Annual Donors providing broad based support for key funding initiatives, and a pipeline of prospects for major and legacy giving.You will work collaboratively to ensure that Annual Giving strategies dovetail with our Engagement opportunities to foster long-term donor relationships and inspire ongoing donor engagement.&nbsp;Reporting to the Director of Development and Engagement (DDE), the Annual Giving Specialist&nbsp;will build relationships and help facilitate the growth of a robust Annual Giving Portfolio inclusive of individual, mid-level, grateful patient, monthly and tribute giving. As part of the Development team, the Annual Giving Specialist will develop synergistic strategies alongside the DDE, Engagement Specialist and Fundraisers in support of achieving the Foundation’s revenue and engagement goals.RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;<ul><li>Philanthropy – Work collaboratively to implement appropriate acquisition, cultivation, solicitation, strategies to support the strategic growth of the Annual Giving portfolio including but not limited to; Direct Response Marketing, mid-level, monthly and Tribute and In Memory giving.</li><li>Monthly Giving Program –Work collaboratively to implement a robust monthly giving program with plans to increase number of monthly donors and conversion strategies to mid-level and major giving strategies.</li><li>Tribute and In Memory program – Work collaboratively to revitalize and implement a comprehensive tribute and in memory program to engage donors, next of Kin and healthcare providers who are recognized through the program.</li><li>Mid-Level donor program – Work collaboratively to revitalize and implement a mid-level program including, acquisition, retention, and upgrade opportunities as appropriate.</li><li>Grateful Patient program – Work collaboratively to implement a grateful patient program, facilitating engagement of patients, and healthcare providers in supporting key fundraising needs.</li><li>Prospect Management – opportunity to engage in prospect management research and collaborate in developing donor strategies for annual giving donors who have capacity to increase giving -&nbsp;work collaboratively with Development team to build donor pipeline.</li><li>Represent Surrey Hospitals Foundation through face-to-face presentations in the community at donor events and meetings.</li><li>Other duties as required.</li></ul>Core knowledge &amp; skills&nbsp;<ul><li>Demonstrated donor-centric approach and understand the concepts of Annual Giving audiences, opportunities and strategies.</li><li>Superior verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to provide clear executive information.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated initiative, creativity, effectiveness and organizational skills and the ability to work well and within timelines.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated professionalism and tact in handling highly sensitive and confidential information ethically; adhering to professional standards and protecting the confidential information of SHF.</li><li>Ability to work under tight timelines and competing priorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Skilled at communicating Surrey Hospitals Foundation’s mission, interests, and impact and making compelling cases for support in written and verbal formats.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE<ul><li>3+ years of experience with fundraising and/or donor relations or relationship building experience.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the philanthropic climate and opportunities in Surrey and surrounding cities South of Fraser and the Lower Mainland.&nbsp;</li><li>An understanding of prospective donor behaviour and fundraising cycles.</li><li>Degree in a related field such as Communications, Business or Non-Profit Studies&nbsp;</li><li>Donor database experience, preferably in Raisers Edge/NXT.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.</li></ul>WORKING CONDITIONS&nbsp;<ul><li>This is a Full Time position.</li><li>This position is in-house at the Surrey Hospitals Foundation office located at Surrey Memorial Hospital.</li></ul>SALARY$65,000 to $75,000WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFEROur total compensation package includes:<ul><li>Competitive salary to commensurate with your experience and skills;</li><li>Excellent benefits through the Fraser Health plan, including extended health, dental, disability and life insurance;</li><li>Participation in the British Columbia Municipal Pension Plan;</li><li>Additional time off with our Nine-Day Fortnight program and;</li><li>Four weeks of vacation to start.</li></ul>Surrey Hospitals Foundation actively encourages all qualified individuals to apply, including those with historical and/or current barriers to equity. We are committed to upholding and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and strive to reflect in our team the diversity of the region that we and our health care facilities serve. We value the contributions and experiences that each person brings and welcome those who can further contribute to the rich diversification of knowledge and skills at our Foundation.If you face any barriers to employment and/or require accommodations during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact our&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hr@surreyhospitalsfoundation.com?subject=Surrey%20Hospitals%20Foundation%20Recruitment%20Accommodation" target="_blank">People and Culture</a> team in confidence.APPLICATION PROCESSIf you are interested in this career opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume online at&nbsp;<a href="https://surreyhospitalsfoundation.applytojob.com/apply/ZgE7JWLgfE/Annual-Giving-Specialist" target="_blank">Annual Giving Specialist - Surrey Hospitals Foundation</a> by Wednesday, September 10, 2025.We thank all applicants for their interest in this role.&nbsp; However, only candidates under consideration will be contacted directly.

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