Development Officer
- Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
Starting Salary: $75,229 · Full-time
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Development Officer
Medicine Hat College’s Community Engagement team is welcoming applications for a full-time, regular development officer.
A little about the role:
Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, this role involves developing a strong understanding of the college’s priorities, programs, and funding needs while building and maintaining relationships with donors, alumni, businesses, and community organizations. The incumbent identifies opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and philanthropic support, prepares proposals and solicits contributions, tracks activities and commitments within the relationship database, coordinates gift documentation and recognition, and helps donors and sponsors understand the impact of their support to foster ongoing engagement.
What Success in this Role Looks Like:
- Building strong and productive relationships with community stakeholders.
- Securing new and renewing financial support aligned to college priorities.
- Maintaining an active portfolio of donors, sponsors, and prospects.
- Ensuring accurate and up-to-date gift administration.
- Creating meaningful experiences that keep partners informed, valued, and connected to the college.
To be considered you must demonstrate:
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field OR an equivalent combination of related postsecondary education and work experience.
- Three (3) years related experience in fundraising, communications, major events, or public relations.
- Preferred experience within a postsecondary educational environment.
- Knowledge of fund development practices.
- Build trust and credibility with others.
- Communicate confidently and professionally.
- Work independently while contributing to team goals.
Starting Salary: $75,229
Growing a vibrant future with learners and our region
This is an exciting time to become part of MHC's future. Our people, our communities, and our region are at the heart of who we are. We are guided by the principles of authenticity, collaboration, and action. Through teamwork and diversity in our perspectives, we lift each other up and build on each other's strength so that we can bring our best to the people we serve. Together, we prepare learners for success in college, in the workforce, and in life, while enhancing regional vitality and opening doors to the world. Bring your passion to our purpose and join us. To learn more visit https://www.mhc.ab.ca/AboutMHC
Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #126208 with your resume, saved as one document. Deadline for receipt of applications is November 2, 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check obtained from their local police service (not through an online third‑party provider). Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw this posting.
Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, businesses, and community organizations while identifying partnership, sponsorship, and philanthropic funding opportunities aligned with college priorities. Prepare proposals and solicit contributions, maintain accurate relationship and gift records, coordinate gift documentation and recognition, and keep supporters informed about the impact of their contributions.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of related postsecondary education and work experience, plus three years of related experience in fundraising, communications, major events, or public relations. Knowledge of fund development practices and the ability to build trust, communicate professionally, work independently, and contribute to team goals are required; postsecondary experience is preferred.
Skills
- Fundraising
- Donor Relations
- Relationship Building
- Partnership Development
- Sponsorship Development
- Philanthropic Solicitation
- Proposal Preparation
- Portfolio Management
- Fund Development
- Gift Administration
- Donor Recognition
- Communications
- Public Relations
- Event Coordination
- Professional Communication
- Independent Work
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Categories
- Education
- Marketing
- Sales
Keywords
- Fundraising
- Fund Development
- Donor Relations
- Alumni Relations
- Community Engagement
- Partnerships
- Sponsorships
- Philanthropy
- Proposal Preparation
- Contribution Solicitation
- Relationship Database
- Portfolio Management
- Gift Administration
- Gift Documentation
- Donor Recognition
- Impact Reporting
- Communications
- Public Relations
- Major Events
- Higher Education