BC & Alberta Guide Dogs is growing! We're seeking an experienced, relationship-driven Regional Philanthropy Manager to grow our philanthropic support and community presence throughout Edmonton and Northern Alberta. This is full-time position will work out of our Edmonton Training Centre. It's an exciting opportunity for a frontline fundraiser who thrives on building relationships, creating connections and identifying opportunities for growth. The successful candidate will play an important role in expanding our network of donors, corporate partners, foundations and community supporters while helping more people understand the life-changing impact of our work.

Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Regional Philanthropy Manager will build and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, secure philanthropic revenue, develop corporate and community partnerships, and represent BC & Alberta Guide Dogs throughout the Edmonton and Northern Alberta community.

Working collaboratively with the Philanthropy team, Marketing & Communications, program staff and volunteers, this role will help implement fundraising strategies that increase revenue, strengthen donor relationships and expand awareness of our programs.

About BC & Alberta Guide Dogs

BC & Alberta Guide Dogs provides professionally trained Guide Dogs and Autism Service Dogs, as well as OSI-PTSD Service Dogs for veterans and first responders.

Our dogs provide greater independence, confidence and connection to the people who receive them. Behind every successful team is a community of donors, volunteers, staff and supporters who make this work possible.

As our organization continues to grow its presence and impact in Alberta, this role offers an opportunity to help build the philanthropic relationships that will support that growth.





Build and manage an active portfolio of individual donors, major gift prospects, service clubs, corporate partners, foundations and community supporters.

Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors and prospects, with a focus on developing meaningful, long-term relationships.

Develop corporate partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.

Build and strengthen relationships with foundations, grant funders and other philanthropic partners.

Community Engagement & External Relations

Build BC & Alberta Guide Dogs' profile and network within Edmonton and Northern Alberta's philanthropic, corporate and community sectors.

Develop relationships with businesses, community organizations, service clubs and other prospective partners.

Represent BC & Alberta Guide Dogs at community events, networking opportunities, speaking engagements and donor functions.

Identify opportunities to increase awareness of BC & Alberta Guide Dogs' programs and impact.

Support fundraising, donor and third-party events that advance organizational fundraising and community engagement goals.

Work collaboratively with the Philanthropy team to identify foundation, corporate and grant funding opportunities.

Data Management & Reporting

Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor, prospect and activity records within the organization's CRM.

Use donor data and portfolio activity to identify opportunities, track progress and inform fundraising strategies.





Monitor progress toward fundraising goals and provide regular reports, analysis and insights to the Director of Philanthropy.

Contribute to organization-wide fundraising initiatives, campaigns and events.

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in fund development, major gifts, donor relations, business development or a related field.

Experience managing a portfolio of donors and prospects and working toward fundraising targets.

Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to develop connections within corporate, philanthropic and community networks.

Robust organizational skills with the ability to independently manage multiple relationships, priorities and opportunities.

Experience working with fundraising CRMs and using donor data to support relationship management and fundraising strategy.

Ability to attend occasional evening and weekend events and travel as required.

The following would be considered assets

Post-secondary education in fundraising, nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Established relationships or knowledge of Calgary and Southern Alberta's philanthropic, corporate and community sectors.

Experience developing corporate partnerships and sponsorships.

Experience working with volunteers and community organizations.

4 weeks’ vacation plus Christmas Eve, Easter Monday & your birthday off.

- A comprehensive benefits package which includes coverage for health, drugs, vision and dental care.
- $If this opportunity excites you, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the Regional Philanthropy Manager position to ***email_hidden***.

📌 Branch Manager (Full Time) (Edmonton)
🏢 BC & Alberta Guide Dogs
📍 Edmonton