Our Background

The University Hospital Foundation is dedicated to a powerful, singular purpose: to continuously seek, inspire and support bold solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges and ignite new discoveries in health. Responsible for raising and managing funds to advance innovation in prevention, research and patient care, the Foundation strives to transform and redefine health in the Edmonton area, throughout Alberta and around the world so everyone can live a longer, healthier life.

In the past ten years, generous donations from individuals and our corporate and strategic partners have contributed nearly $220 million to advance world-leading patient care at the University of Alberta Hospital, Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and Kaye Edmonton Clinic, as well as groundbreaking research at the University of Alberta.

As an outcome-focused organization, UHF offers a flexible work environment where employees have the opportunity to work remotely. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.GiveToUHF.ca and if you have a keen interest in being a part of the future of healthcare in Alberta, please consider applying today!

Your Purpose

The Corporate Partnerships Officer drives revenue growth and partner engagement by building, securing, and stewarding corporate relationships for the University Hospital Foundation (UHF).

This role manages a portfolio of corporate partners and prospects while actively identifying and securing recent partnership opportunities. Working collaboratively across the organization, the Corporate Partnerships Officer aligns corporate objectives with UHF funding priorities to create meaningful, long-term relationships that generate sustainable revenue and community impact.

Your Role

Your responsibilities will include:

Revenue Generation & Portfolio Management

- Manage and grow a portfolio of approximately 100 corporate partners and prospects, driving sustained revenue growth.
- Achieve annual revenue targets through sponsorships, corporate philanthropy, and cause marketing.




- Provide leadership in the evolution and execution of individualized engagement and solicitation strategies to maximize investment.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline with a strong emphasis on new partner acquisition.

Business Development

- Cultivate, qualify, and pursue new corporate partnership opportunities.
- Develop compelling and customized partnership proposals that align corporate partner focus areas and UHF events, programs, campaigns, and funding priorities.
- Present partnership opportunities independently and in collaboration with senior leadership as appropriate.

Partner Engagement & Stewardship

- Deliver a high-quality partner experience that drives retention, growth and long-term loyalty.
- Coordinate and execute tailored engagement opportunities including events, campaigns, and recognition initiatives.
- Partner with the Partner Experience team to execute stewardship plans.

Collaboration & Strategy

- Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and activate corporate partnerships.
- Contribute to signature initiatives (e.g., Festival of Trees presented by Landmark Homes, Heart Month presented by Freson Bros., and the Head and Heart Campaign) to drive impact and visibility.
- Leverage data and insights to inform planning, decision-making and continuous improvement.

Operating & Reporting

- Track activity, pipeline, and revenue performance in CRM system.
- Monitor performance against targets and adjust strategies as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of partner interactions, opportunities, and revenue projections within the CRM system.
- Prepare reports, forecasts, and analyses to support strategic planning.

Qualifications

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in business,



communications, or related fields (or equivalent experience)
- CFRE or sales/business development designation is an asset

Experience:

- 5+ years in fundraising, sales, or corporate partnerships
- Demonstrated success in revenue generation and portfolio management
- Experience developing and closing corporate proposals
- Strong network in business and/or nonprofit sectors preferred
- CRM experience such as Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge
- Proven experience developing, presenting, negotiating, and securing partnership agreements
- Experience managing multiple stakeholder relationships and complex sales or fundraising cycles

Skills & Competencies:

- Relationship builder with strong influencing skills
- Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset
- High level of professionalism with senior stakeholders
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Collaborative, adaptable, and self-directed
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment
- Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of corporate social responsibility (CSR), sponsorships, philanthropy, and partnership trends

Applicants

We respect and value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

To apply for this posting, please visit https://givetouhf.ca/careers, and attach your cover letter and resume into one PDF. We thank all candidates who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Police Information Check.

https://givetouhf.ca/careers

Closing date for this posting is July 23, 2026

Compensation Information

Salary: $73,800 – $92,250 annually

📌 Corporate Partnerships Officer (Canada)
🏢 University Hospital Foundation
📍 Canada