Corporate Sponsorship Officer
Full-Time | Medicine Hat or Lethbridge | Hybrid
About Ronald McDonald House Alberta
Ronald McDonald House® Alberta supports families who must travel for vital medical treatment for their seriously ill or injured child. Our compassionate Houses in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Medicine Hat provide private family suites, warm meals, community support, and a home-away-from-home during incredibly difficult times. Each year, thousands of families from nearly 300 communities across Alberta stay with us - saving millions of dollars in accommodation and meal costs and finding strength in being close to their child and each other.
Why Choose Ronald McDonald House 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, employee since 2024
Explore more employee quotes on our Careers page.
Your Role
As our Corporate Sponsorship Officer, you’ll develop and grow corporate philanthropy, sponsorship, and partnership opportunities in support of Ronald McDonald House Alberta. Reporting to the Associate Director, Development, you’ll work with the Development team to secure and steward support for signature events, program and room sponsorships, employee giving initiatives, and other corporate giving opportunities. Through strategic relationship management, donor stewardship, and business development, you’ll help achieve annual fundraising and revenue objectives.
This is a full-time hybrid position based in Medicine Hat or Lethbridge. You must reside in Medicine Hat, Lethbridge or their surrounding areas and be able to travel to Ronald McDonald Houses and events across Alberta. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to support events and organizational activities.
Why This Role Matters
Your work turns corporate generosity into meaningful support for families whose children need vital medical treatment. By building lasting partnerships and helping corporate supporters understand their impact, you’ll advance our mission and help families experience comfort, community, and care when they need it most.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Grow and manage the corporate partnership portfolio to strengthen revenue and partner engagement.
- Research prospective partners’ philanthropic priorities, business objectives, and community investment interests; prepare donor profiles, briefing notes, and prospect reports.
- Collaborate with the Signature Events Team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward sponsors, achieving annual sponsorship revenue targets, meeting retention goals, and increasing the number of sponsors and partners year over year.
- Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, sponsorship packages, and other communications for corporate donors and prospective partners.
- Ensure sponsors receive timely recognition, acknowledgment, and ongoing stewardship.
- Monitor portfolio performance and report on fundraising progress, donor retention, pipeline development, growth opportunities, and attrition risks.
- Meet or exceed annual revenue goals and contribute to long-term fundraising objectives.
- Build productive relationships with corporate donors, volunteers, community partners, and other stakeholders, using strong research, critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to advance opportunities.
- Maintain accurate, professional, and up-to-date donor records, interactions, and reporting in Raiser’s Edge.
- Support departmental and organizational objectives through other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of proven experience managing corporate partnerships, with a track record of building and cultivating meaningful corporate relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to draft donor-facing materials such as cases for support, solicitation letters, and impact reports.
- Strong written communication and interpersonal skills, including tact, poise, judgment, political sensitivity, and emotional intelligence.
- Strong organizational, project management, and reporting skills, with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Experience using donor databases and relationship management systems.
- Self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise independent judgment, and work in a results-driven, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships internally and externally.
- A valid driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation, with the ability to travel throughout Alberta as required.
- Commitment to ethical fundraising practices and professional standards.
- Ability to provide a clear criminal record check.
Nice to Haves
- Post-secondary education.
- Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge.
What We Offer
We believe that when our people thrive, our mission thrives. We’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and inspired to grow. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits plan with a strong focus on mental health
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Growth & Development
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Opportunity to participate in cross-functional committees
Flexibility & Well-Being
- Hybrid work schedule (role dependent)
- Vacation and personal days
- 12 recognized statutory holidays
Financial Wellness
- RRSP / TFSA matching program
- Financial Wellness sessions
Culture & Community
- A values-driven culture where people come first
- Social events and team-building activities
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Cultural Safety
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural safety are guiding principles at Ronald McDonald House 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.
Note first review of applications will be on , November 19, 2026, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Thank You
We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
