Find work in Canada.

347,070 jobs across our Canadian network. How we count

Jobs in Canada

25+ jobs

Email me new jobs Save this search

Added 5 mins ago
S
Store Director
sephora.com
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
As the next Store Director at Sephora, you will oversee and manage the overall client service experience, people development, sales, productivity, merchandising, operations, and human…
Added 19 mins ago
SI
Knitwear Designer
SFANHAN INC.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
✨ Strong creative skills and an understanding of fashion trends, yarns, stitches, and sample development.
Added 20 mins ago
R
Financial Advisor Intern
RBC
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
Career development and top-notch sales coaching to take your career to the next level
Added 20 mins ago
NS
Seating & Mobility Equipment Specialist
National Seating & Mobility
Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
Branch Manager or Sales Manager (depending on the size of the branch)
Added 20 mins ago
S
Seasonal Retail Sales Consultant - Part Time - St. Bruno, QC
Swarovski
Montreal, QC
- Part-time
Many of our Sales Consultants grow into leadership or specialist roles such as Store Manager, Trainer or Visual Merchandiser roles. We support your development so you can build a career…
Added 35 mins ago
EH
Management Trainee
Enterprise Holdings
Port Coquitlam, BC
- Full-time
Whether you see yourself in sales, business development, customer service, retail management, or operations, as a manager in training, you can count on a career path with a clear beginning…
Added 35 mins ago
MH
Event Marketing Manager
MedMe Health
Toronto, ON
- $70,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
As Event Marketing Manager, you will turn that calendar into a well-run program. You’ll help decide how MedMe should show up at each event, manage the preparation and logistics, and make…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
DYNAMITE - Seasonal Sales Associate - Southgate Centre
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
AB · Edmonton, Alberta
- Part-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as Seasonal Sales Associate is to provide an exceptional shopping experience to each customer, and build long term relationships with each…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
GARAGE - Store Manager - Mayfair Shopping Centre
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
Reporting to the District Manager, your main focus as Store Manager is to promote a positive shopping experience and build loyal customer relationships. You produce outstanding business…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
GARAGE - Assistant Manager - Avalon Mall
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
St. John's, NL
- Full-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as the Assistant Manager is to assist the Store Manager in all aspects of the store operations, by providing leadership that optimizes sales…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
DYNAMITE - Seasonal Sales Associate - Lime Ridge Mall
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Hamilton, ON
- Part-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as Seasonal Sales Associate is to provide an exceptional shopping experience to each customer, and build long term relationships with each…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
DYNAMITE - Team Leader PT - Metropolis at Metrotown
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Burnaby, BC
- Part-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as a Team Lead is contributing to your store success by promoting a positive shopping experience for each customer, which will build and…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
DYNAMITE - Team Leader PT - Orchard Park Shopping Centre
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Kelowna, BC
- Part-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as a Team Lead is contributing to your store success by promoting a positive shopping experience for each customer, which will build and…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
GARAGE - Sales Team Leader FT - Carrefour Richelieu
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC
- Full-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as Sales Team Lead is to promote a positive shopping experience for each customer, while leading and inspiring a high-performing team to…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
DYNAMITE - Assistant Manager - Bayshore Shopping Centre
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Ottawa, ON · Nepean, Ontario
- Full-time
Reporting to the Store Manager, your main focus as the Assistant Manager is to assist the Store Manager in all aspects of the store operations, by providing leadership that optimizes sales…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
GARAGE - Store Manager - Rue Sainte-Catherine
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Reporting to the District Manager, your main focus as Store Manager is to promote a positive shopping experience and build loyal customer relationships. You produce outstanding business…
Added 35 mins ago
GD
GARAGE - Store Manager - Centre Eaton Montreal
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Reporting to the District Manager, your main focus as Store Manager is to promote a positive shopping experience and build loyal customer relationships. You produce outstanding business…
Added 35 mins ago
FL
Assistant Manager
Foot Locker
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
The Assistant Manager (AM) is a key store leader who helps bring sneaker culture to life by leading with energy, ownership, and purpose. This role supports the Store Manager in driving…
Added 35 mins ago
DS
DSW: Supervisor Part-time
DSW-Designer Shoe Warehouse
Ottawa, ON
- Part-time
As a (Part-time) Supervisor, you will report to the Store Manager and assist in leading the store environment, which fosters inclusivity and diverse customer connections. In this role, you…
Added 35 mins ago
FL
Full Time Sales
Foot Locker
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…do the same. Leading the team, you will be expected to drive sales to maximize profits following division standards. Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve personal…
Added 35 mins ago
Distribution Center Associate (BC)
Brother Canada
Richmond, BC
…hours, hybrid work options, wellness subsidies, learning and development, recognition programs, and employee discounts. With roots in Montreal since 1960, we embrace continuous improvement…
Added 49 mins ago
B
Community Residential Manager
Boardwalk
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…passionate about the same. If you have previous customer service, sales, or property management experience, we’d love to hear from…
Added 50 mins ago
Retail Experience Lead
Fire & Flower Inc.
Mississauga, ON
Strong knowledge of retail sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques.
Added 50 mins ago
Key Account Manager (Builder Markets)
Reliance Home Comfort
Burlington, ON
By joining Reliance as a Key Account Manager (Builder Markets), you’ll become an important team member and will be provided with the tools you need to succeed. We have ambitious growth…
Added 1 hour ago
S|
IT Sales Manager
Solidy | Software Development Company
BC
- Full-time
The IT Sales Manager is responsible for managing the entire sales lifecycle, which includes: prospecting new leads, qualifying new sales opportunities, performing onsite presentations to…

UFA

Philanthropy & Fund Development Manager

Calgary, AB, Canada

Full-time

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 20, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

Department: Community Investment

Employment Type: Full-Time

Requisition ID: 2046

Date Posted: October 6, 2026

Closing Date: October 20, 2026 or until filled

Job Summary

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Community Impact, the Philanthropy & Fund Development Manager is responsible for developing and implementing fundraising and philanthropic strategies that support the growth, sustainability, and impact of a newly established charitable organization focused on strengthening rural communities and supporting the people and communities connected to agriculture.

This role provides dedicated fundraising, donor engagement, sponsorship, and grant development support to the charity while remaining an integral member of UFA's Community Impact team. The position will cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, foundations, community organizations, and industry stakeholders while helping establish a sustainable funding model that enables the charity to achieve its mission and long-term impact goals.

This is a unique opportunity to help build a charitable organization from the ground up and play a key role in shaping its long-term success and impact across rural and agricultural communities.

Success in this role requires a passion for relationship building and a willingness to spend time in the communities the charity serves. The successful candidate will be energized by connecting with donors, producers, community leaders, industry partners, and stakeholders across Alberta and Western Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Philanthropy & Fund Development Strategy

Develop and implement a comprehensive philanthropy and fund development strategy aligned with the charity's mission, strategic priorities, and growth objectives.
Build and maintain a diversified funding portfolio that includes individual giving, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, foundations, community fundraising, and emerging revenue opportunities.
Identify and evaluate funding trends, partnerships, and opportunities that support long-term sustainability.
Establish fundraising goals, performance measures, and stewardship practices.
Support the development of fundraising policies, processes, and procedures aligned with philanthropic best practices.
Monitor fundraising performance and recommend adjustments to achieve annual revenue targets.

Donor & Philanthropic Relationship Management

Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and philanthropic prospects.
Build and manage a pipeline of individual, corporate, foundation, and community-based supporters.
Develop donor engagement and stewardship strategies that encourage long-term support and retention.
Create meaningful recognition and reporting practices that demonstrate the impact of donor investments.
Travel regularly to meet with donors, supporters, and prospective funders across the regions served by the charity.
Represent the charity at community events, industry conferences, agricultural gatherings, and stakeholder meetings.

Corporate Sponsorship & Community Investment - Charity

Develop and manage relationships with agricultural businesses, suppliers, industry partners, cooperatives, community organizations, and prospective sponsors.
Create compelling sponsorship and partnership proposals that align partner interests with community impact objectives.
Secure financial and in-kind support for charitable initiatives and programs.
Ensure sponsors and supporters receive meaningful recognition and engagement opportunities.
Serve as an ambassador for the charity by maintaining a visible presence within rural and agricultural communities.

Grant Development & Funding Applications

Research, evaluate, and pursue grant opportunities from foundations, charitable trusts, government programs, and other funding organizations.
Lead the development, coordination, and submission of grant applications and funding proposals.
Support reporting and compliance requirements associated with funding agreements.
Maintain strong relationships with grantors and funding partners.

Charity & Board Support

Work collaboratively with the charity's leadership and Board of Directors to advance fundraising priorities.
Prepare fundraising reports, presentations, and updates for Board and committee meetings.
Support volunteer engagement activities related to fundraising and donor stewardship for the Charity.
Provide recommendations and expertise regarding fundraising opportunities and best practices.
Support Board members in donor, sponsor, and community engagement activities where appropriate.

Data, Reporting & Administration

Establish & maintain accurate donor, funder, and prospect information within CRM and fundraising systems.
Develop and monitor fundraising metrics, dashboards, and pipeline reports.
Track fundraising performance against goals and provide regular status updates.
Ensure appropriate documentation, stewardship records, and donor reporting are maintained.
Analyze fundraising results and identify opportunities to improve effectiveness and donor engagement.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Post-secondary education in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
Minimum 5-10 years of experience in philanthropy, fundraising, business development, sponsorship acquisition, account management, relationship management, or partnership development.
Demonstrated success in securing revenue, sponsorships, grants, donations, major gifts, or strategic investments.
Experience building and managing external relationships and influencing diverse stakeholders.
Experience working with charitable or nonprofit organizations is required.
Experience presenting to Sr. Leaders and/or Board members is considered an asset.
CFRE designation, or progress toward a CFRE designation, is considered an asset.

Knowledge & Skills

Exceptional relationship-building, networking, and interpersonal skills.
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and storytelling abilities.
Experience developing proposals, sponsorship packages, business cases, grant applications, or funding proposals.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into action.
Experience using CRM, donor management, sales, or relationship management systems.
Knowledge of Canadian charitable fundraising practices and donor stewardship principles is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships across geographically dispersed communities and stakeholder groups.

Working Conditions

Regular travel throughout Alberta is required.
Periodic travel throughout Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Manitoba and other locations is required.
Some evening and weekend work is required to support community events, donor meetings, conferences, and Board activities.
Occasional overnight travel is expected.
Valid driver's license and the ability to travel independently are required.

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.

Stay Connected

Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest updates.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

Develop and implement fundraising strategies, cultivate and steward donors and sponsors, secure grants and other funding, and build a sustainable funding portfolio for the charity. Work with charity leadership and the Board, represent the organization in rural and agricultural communities, and maintain fundraising records, metrics, and reports.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in business, communications, marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field, along with 5–10 years of relevant fundraising, business development, sponsorship, or relationship management experience. Candidates must have nonprofit or charitable organization experience and demonstrated success securing funding; a valid driver's license and ability to travel independently are also required.

Skills

Fundraising Strategy
Donor Relationship Management
Sponsorship Acquisition
Grant Writing
Stakeholder Engagement
Relationship Building
Proposal Development
Donor Stewardship
Project Management
Strategic Planning
Presentation Skills
Written Communication
CRM and Donor Management Systems
Fundraising Metrics and Reporting
Community Engagement
Board Support

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
Flexible Work Options
Mentorship
Training
Educational Support

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Philanthropy
Fund Development
Fundraising Strategy
Individual Giving
Major Gifts
Corporate Sponsorships
Grant Applications
Foundation Funding
Donor Stewardship
Donor Engagement
Community Fundraising
Charitable Organizations
Nonprofit Management
CRM Systems
Donor Management Systems
Fundraising Metrics
Pipeline Reporting
Funding Proposals
Sponsorship Packages
Stakeholder Engagement
Board Support
Community Investment
Agriculture
Rural Communities
CFRE

Report this job