Kids Kottage Foundation
Fund Development Coordinator
Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need? Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation!
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $46,000 - $52,000 annually
Join Our Team
For more than 30 years, Kids Kottage Foundation has provided a safe and nurturing environment for infants and children facing crisis situations. We work to prevent child abuse, neglect, and family breakdown by providing emergency respite care and support services to vulnerable families. We are looking for an enthusiastic, relationship-focused, and community-minded individual to join our growing Fund Development team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who is passionate about making a difference in the community. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting fundraising initiatives, building relationships with donors and community partners, representing Kids Kottage at events, and helping to grow awareness of our mission through innovative outreach and engagement strategies.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Associate, Philanthropy & Partnerships, the Fund Development Coordinator will support donor relations, corporate partnerships, fundraising campaigns, events, community outreach, and digital engagement initiatives.
The ideal candidate is confident speaking with groups, enjoys meeting new people, is highly organized, and brings creativity, energy, and a strong desire to learn. They are comfortable using technology and social media and are excited to be an ambassador for Kids Kottage throughout the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
- Support fundraising campaigns and donor engagement initiatives throughout the year.
- Assist with donor stewardship and preparation of reports, presentations, proposals, and other fundraising materials.
- Maintain accurate donor records and activity tracking within the organization's CRM database.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
- Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for Kids Kottage's mission and programs at community events, networking opportunities, presentations, and partnership meetings.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
- Support outreach efforts to prospective corporate and community partners.
Events & Campaign Coordination
- Assist with planning and executing fundraising events, third-party fundraisers, and community engagement initiatives.
- Coordinate event logistics, volunteer support, registrations, sponsorship deliverables, and follow-up communications.
- Help identify creative opportunities to increase community participation and fundraising success.
Digital Engagement & Communications
- Assist in creating engaging content for social media platforms, digital campaigns, newsletters, and fundraising promotions.
- Capture stories, photos, and event highlights that showcase the impact of Kids Kottage's work.
- Utilize digital tools and emerging technologies to creatively improve outreach, engagement, and operational efficiency.
Administration & Reporting
- Maintain organized records and documentation related to fundraising, donor stewardship, and events.
- Assist in monitoring campaign performance and fundraising results.
- Ensure activities align with organizational policies, ethical fundraising practices, and confidentiality requirements.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Valid Alberta driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support offsite events.
- Provides and maintains clear Police Information Checks and Child Intervention Record Checks.
- Previous fundraising experience is not required. We welcome candidates with experience gained through employment, volunteer work, internships, student leadership roles, community involvement, or extracurricular activities.
- Experience in any of the following areas is considered an asset:
▫ Fundraising or community engagement
▫ Event planning
▫ Marketing and communications/social media management
▫ Public speaking
▫ Sales, business development or customer service
▫ Volunteer coordination
Core Competencies:
- Relationship Building & Communication: Builds positive relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners. Communicates confidently and professionally in person, over the phone, in writing, and during presentations.
- Tech & Social Media Savvy: Demonstrates confidence using Microsoft 365, Canva and social media platforms. Willing to learn CRM databases, fundraising software, AI tools, and emerging technologies.
- Organization, Initiative & Adaptability: Effectively manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Takes initiative, solves problems proactively, and adapts to changing organizational needs.
- Creative & Innovative: Brings fresh ideas and new perspectives. Enjoys finding creative ways to engage donors and the community and is passionate about storytelling and sharing impact.
Work Environment:
- This position is based out of the Kids Kottage Foundation Northstar Building, located at 10107 134 Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T5E 1J2.
- 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm. Must be willing and able to work occasional weekends, evenings, and early mornings as needed.
Why Join Kids Kottage?
At Kids Kottage Foundation, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while building valuable experience in fundraising, community engagement, partnership development, and nonprofit leadership.
We Offer:
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Opportunities to build relationships across Edmonton's business and nonprofit communities.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the position and why you would be a great fit for Kids Kottage Foundation.
Kids Kottage Foundation is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact hr@kidskottage.org
Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
**We appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.**
