Lead, Philanthropy

Making Changes Association (MCA) is looking for a Lead, Philanthropy who has a passion for female empowerment and can advance MCA’s mission by developing strategies that foster a culture of philanthropy and enhance revenue generation. They have proven experience and success with non-profit fundraising, donor stewardship development, and communication strategies.

FTE: 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours per week)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 4:30pm (includes a 30-minute paid lunch). Work outside of these hours may be required for meetings and events. Hours may be flexed as required.
Location: Calgary, AB. Work from home, ability to work onsite when desired, expectation to attend in-person meetings and events as needed (locations will vary).
Start Date: ASAP

Making Changes Association (MCA) is a community of women helping women through life’s stages and transitions by providing them with skills and resources to support their pursuit of meaningful work and educational opportunities. Our vision is to empower women so they can make meaningful contributions to the community. MCA opens doors to employment and education for women and teenage girls and helps them develop the confidence to step through these doors in the direction they desire.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Lead, Philanthropy is a senior member of a committed, hardworking team. The Lead has a passion for female empowerment, advances MCA’s mission by developing strategies that foster a culture of philanthropy and enhance revenue generation. They have proven experience and success with non-profit fundraising, donor stewardship development, and communication strategies. They hold knowledge/experience in strategic development, grant writing, marketing, and business development.

With an entrepreneurial mindset and drive, the individual is a motivated and authentic relationship builder engaging prospective and current stakeholders in supporting the vital work of Making Changes Association.

• Manage and oversee the development and execution of fund development strategy and related activities including donor engagement, granting, donor database, and annual fundraising events/campaigns.
• Manage and oversee strategic communications and marketing.
• Lead a team of two team members – Grant & Donor Relationships Specialist and Marketing & Communications Coordinator.
• Support a philanthropic culture and approach to stakeholder engagement.

• Lead the organization's integrated fundraising, revenue development, marketing, and communications strategy to achieve annual revenue goals and support strategic priorities.
• Oversee the planning and execution of diverse revenue-generating initiatives, including annual and planned giving, grants, sponsor ships, events, direct appeals, and third‑party partnerships.
• Contribute to organizational strategic planning and reporting, and participate in select Board and committee meetings to support governance and long‑term organizational success.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive donor stewardship and engagement strategy with measurable goals to strengthen donor relationships and retention.
• Identify and cultivate new donor opportunities while re‑engaging lapsed donors to grow and diversify philanthropic support.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Grant & Donor Relations Specialist to strengthen relationships with donors, foundations, and community organizations, while supporting grant development and donor recognition.

• Lead the development and execution of integrated marketing and communications strategies that strengthen brand awareness, donor engagement, and fundraising outcomes.
• Ensure consistent, compelling messaging across all communications, including cases for support, donor stewardship, and public engagement initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners, media, vendors, and community stakeholders to advance awareness, funding, and partnership opportunities.