Coordinator, Resource Development AB

We’re hiring and recruiting top talent! Providence is a vibrant, registered charity with a long-established history of providing therapeutic and educational services to families across our 7 schools, and childcare facilities in Calgary and surrounding area. Providence is proud to be part of a diverse education system that fosters innovation, strengthens communities, and ensures every child has a place to learn and thrive.

Our programs are designed to support young children who may not be meeting typical developmental milestones. Providence provides the opportunity to enhance the health and development of children and their families.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Resource Development Department as a Coordinator, Resource Development. This is a temporary position until Jan 2027 that will be based at the Windsor Park site, starting as soon as possible. There is potential for the position to extend/ become permanent in the future if an opportunity becomes available at that time.

The hours of work are from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday.

It is an expectation at Providence that all employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Position Summary:

The Coordinator, Resource Development, will work as part of the Resource Development team and report to the Manager, Resource Development. With strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you’ll support our donor database efficiently and accurately. You excel at multitasking and adapting to shifting priorities. You’ll analyze data from our database and conduct donor research to help prioritize efforts and improve team effectiveness.

As part of the Resource Development Team, you’ll collaborate with colleagues to achieve the organization’s goals.

• Competitive salary range.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits package, optional RRSP, wellness days, appointment time and paid sick time. Employee Assistance Plan.
• Accrued vacation time in addition to paid time off during winter break and spring break.
• Free onsite parking.
• Professional development allowance for ongoing learning and career advancement.

• Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or resource development, ideally in a non-profit setting.
• Skilled in identifying and cultivating relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and partners
• Proficient with social media (Facebook, Instagram) and MS Office Suite
• Able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks
• Must be flexible to work outside of their scheduled hours for meetings, and drive within city limits

• Develop strategies to build relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and partners
• Research and support new funding opportunities through events and networking
• Manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and corporations to secure major gifts
• Maintain a portfolio of grant proposals, including researching and writing compelling proposals to secure funding from foundations and government agencies.
• Involved in donation processing and maintain the Raiser’s Edge database.
• Coordinate, recruit, and train resource development volunteers.
• Issue and maintain charitable tax receipts in accordance with CRA best practices
• Accurate and timely gift and data entry

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in fundraising, communications, non-profit management or related education is required.
• Minimum 3 years experience working Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge (CRM) experience, grant writing and prospect research is considered an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Valid Driver’s license, must have own vehicle and willing to travel within Calgary and to…