• offering an inspiring, donor-centered giving experience,
• mobilizing highly sophisticated fundraising techniques in way that reflects the distinct philanthropic culture of our region
• ensuring consistent high quality outcomes through exceptional process management
• bringing to life new models of leadership.

• Identifies prospective donors of major gifts from among existing supporters and community contacts.
• Independently sets strategy for soliciting pledged gifts of $10,000 or more.
• Solicits outright and deferred gifts of $10,000 or more.
• Advises colleagues on strategies for complex gifts combining several giving vehicles or combining outright and deferred gifts.
• Participates in setting strategy for evaluating the effectiveness of the major gifts programs.
• Designs and implements effective program for orientation and engagement of internal stakeholders including physicians, board members and senior staff.
• Suggests improvements to policies, procedures and systems of the UHKF program, to ensure the overall effectiveness of the organization.
• Adheres to worker responsibilities as set out in the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other policies which govern this position.
• Understands, is familiar with, and complies with all pertinent UHKF policies and procedures including those relating to workplace conduct, confidentiality and donor privacy, decision authority, conflict of interest, compliance with Canada Revenue Agency regulations and the Donor Bill of Rights.
• Work as a member of the Major Gift team.
• Work with the Prospect Research Analyst in identifying and qualifying new major gift donors.
• Advise donors of potential areas of support within the hospitals.
• Interact with other UHKF staff in donor relations, special events, Leadership Annual Giving.
• Interact with hospital senior leadership, physicians, clinical managers during donor cultivation and stewardship process. 

• Baccalaureate degree in a relevant field; an equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered;
• Minimum 5 years progressive development experience with a successful track record in securing gifts valued at $10,000 or more;
• Established, outstanding and respected reputation within communities of practice.

• Progressive professional development including, but not limited to; ongoing education and involvement with the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP);
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence;
• Demonstrated ability to motivate volunteers;
• Proven effectiveness managing and coaching volunteers;
• Demonstrated effectiveness in relationship-building and working with peers;
• Proven sound judgment, integrity and strategic vision; 
• Effective oral and written communication skills; 
• Proven ability to influence others positively, through effective interpersonal skills;
• Current knowledge of Canadian taxation issues related to charitable giving.
• Satisfactory CPIC with vulnerable sector search.