A unique time and place in health care philanthropy

Join one of British Columbia’s preeminent foundations driving a comprehensive campaign for transformational giving to support innovative, compassionate care across Providence and across British Columbia.

Annual Salary Range: Range $102,000 to $ 155,000. Expected Hiring Range $ 120,000 to $ 130,000
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Hybrid (3 days in office per week)
Reports to: Executive Director, Providence Programs
Benefits: Extended Health Benefits and eligibility to participate in the BC Municipal Pension Plan
 
Role Overview
The Director, Philanthropy is a senior leader within the Foundation’s fundraising team, advancing transformational philanthropy in support of Providence Health Care. This role integrates strategic leadership, principal and major gift fundraising, and team development to drive significant revenue growth and long-term donor engagement. 

Through a combination of vision, execution, and people leadership, the Director strengthens a high-performing culture of philanthropy, ensuring ambitious revenue targets are achieved while deepening meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, and partners. 

 
Key Responsibilities
• Partner with the Executive Director to shape and execute a comprehensive major gifts strategy aligned with annual and long-term fundraising priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing philanthropy team, establishing clear expectations, accountability measures, and a strong culture of collaboration and results.
• Manage a personal portfolio of major and principal gift donors and prospects, advancing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to meet ambitious revenue targets.
• Oversee portfolio and pipeline development across the team, ensuring strategic prospect assignment, disciplined moves management, and accurate data practices in Raiser's Edge NXT.
• Lead complex gift planning conversations, including blended and planned giving opportunities, in alignment with donor goals and organizational priorities.
• Partner closely with colleagues across stewardship, communications, and campaign teams to deliver integrated, donor-centered engagement strategies.
• Engage and support volunteers, campaign leaders, and advisory groups to strengthen relationships and expand philanthropic reach and influence.
• Monitor fundraising performance, pipeline health, and key metrics, using data and insights to inform strategy and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on philanthropic trends, market dynamics, and emerging opportunities to enhance fundraising effectiveness and innovation.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience
• Successful completion of a post secondary degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related discipline, required.
• Recognized fundraising designation (e.g., CFRE) or equivalent professional credential preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in philanthropy, with a proven track record of securing transformational and principal gifts; experience in healthcare philanthropy is preferred. 
• Proficiency with donor databases and CRM systems, preferably Raiser’s Edge, as well as advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to secure and grow philanthropic revenue through strong donor relationship management and strategic engagement.
 
As a not-for-profit foundation entrusted with donor funds and community partnerships, the successful candidate must complete and pass a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

 
To submit your application, please email your resume with cover letter to SPFcareers@phc.ca indicating the job title "Director, Philanthropy" in the subject line.
 

About St. Paul’s Foundation
St. Paul’s Foundation raises funds to support patients, residents, caregivers, and families at St. Paul’s Hospital and at Providence Health Care’s 19 sites across BC. Our generous donors are an essential part of Providence Health Care’s mission to deliver compassionate care, innovative research, and world-class medical training and education.
 
As we look back on our 130-year history – and forward to our future in the new St. Paul’s Hospital at the Jim Pattison Medical Centre – we are ready to further push the boundaries of innovation, research, and patient-centred care for the people of British Columbia and beyond. Truly, our mission and the support of our community have never been more important.
www.helpstpauls.com
 
All Candidates Are Welcome
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a great workplace. At St. Paul’s Foundation, we are fully committed to building a strong and representative team. To that end, we especially encourage applications from members of all communities who are disadvantaged on any grounds under the BC Human Rights Code, including people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities, people with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples, who, as a result of colonization, are under-represented in positions of economic, social, and political influence and leadership.
 
Thank you for your interest in working with St. Paul’s Foundation. Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.
 

A unique time and place in health care philanthropy

Join one of British Columbia’s preeminent foundations driving a comprehensive campaign for transformational giving to support innovative, compassionate care across Providence and across British Columbia.

Annual Salary Range: Range $63,000 to $83,000. Expected Hiring Range $65,000 to $75,000
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Hybrid (3 days in office per week)
Reporting Manager: Manager, Personal Giving
Benefits: Extended Health Benefits and eligibility to participate in the BC Municipal Pension Plan

Role Overview

As part of a dynamic team advancing philanthropic support across Providence Health Care, this role contributes directly to funding critical medical departments, clinical programs, research initiatives, and patient care priorities.

Key responsibilities include stewarding and growing an established portfolio of Annual Giving donors while supporting a comprehensive acquisition strategy to expand the donor community. The role requires balancing both digital and traditional fundraising channels, leveraging integrated campaigns to maximize engagement, strengthen donor relationships, and drive revenue growth.

 
Key Responsibilities
• Support the development and execution of annual giving and personal giving strategies aligned with Foundation priorities.
• Coordinate and grow a portfolio of personal giving donors through proactive cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and relationship management to increase donor retention, gift frequency, and gift value.
• Build and maintain meaningful donor relationships through phone, email, written correspondence, and in-person or virtual meetings, delivering a responsive and personalized donor experience.
• Identify opportunities to deepen donor engagement and advance donors along the annual giving continuum through tailored cultivation and stewardship activities.
• Respond to donor inquiries and engagement opportunities in a timely, professional, and donor-centred manner.
• Deliver stewardship activities, including acknowledgments, recognition, impact reporting, and other engagement initiatives that strengthen long-term donor relationships.
• Maintain accurate donor records in Raiser's Edge, documenting interactions, donor preferences, and engagement activities while ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Track, analyze, and report on portfolio performance, using donor data and insights to identify opportunities, monitor progress toward targets, and inform ongoing donor engagement activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Annual Giving, Donor Relations, Communications, Philanthropy, and other Foundation teams to deliver an integrated and consistent donor experience.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and perform additional related duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience
• Successful completion of postsecondary education in Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related discipline, required.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in annual giving, donor relations, fundraising, account management, sales, or another relationship-focused role, required.
• Experience managing and growing a donor or client portfolio, with responsibility for retention, stewardship, and relationship development.
• Experience in a healthcare, nonprofit, or other complex mission-driven environment is preferred.
• Experience using donor databases or CRM systems, preferably Raiser's Edge.
• Knowledge of charitable giving principles, donor stewardship practices, and CRA receipting requirements is considered an asset.

 
As a not-for-profit foundation entrusted with donor funds and community partnerships, the successful candidate must complete and pass a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

 
To submit your application, please email your resume with cover letter to SPFcareers@phc.ca indicating the job title in the subject line.
 

About St. Paul’s Foundation
St. Paul’s Foundation raises funds to support patients, residents, caregivers, and families at St. Paul’s Hospital and at Providence Health Care’s 19 sites across BC. Our generous donors are an essential part of Providence Health Care’s mission to deliver compassionate care, innovative research, and world-class medical training and education.
 
As we look back on our 130-year history – and forward to our future in the new St. Paul’s Hospital at the Jim Pattison Medical Centre – we are ready to further push the boundaries of innovation, research, and patient-centred care for the people of British Columbia and beyond. Truly, our mission and the support of our community have never been more important.
www.helpstpauls.com
 
All Candidates Are Welcome
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a great workplace. At St. Paul’s Foundation, we are fully committed to building a strong and representative team. To that end, we especially encourage applications from members of all communities who are disadvantaged on any grounds under the BC Human Rights Code, including people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities, people with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples, who, as a result of colonization, are under-represented in positions of economic, social, and political influence and leadership.
 
Thank you for your interest in working with St. Paul’s Foundation. Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.
 

A unique time and place in health care philanthropy

Join one of British Columbia’s preeminent foundations driving a comprehensive campaign for transformational giving to support innovative, compassionate care across Providence and across British Columbia.

Annual Salary Range: Range $57,000 to $70,000. Typical hiring range $60,000 to $67,000
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Hybrid (3 days in office per week)
Reporting Manager: Manager, Annual Giving
Benefits: Extended Health Benefits and eligibility to participate in the BC Municipal Pension Plan

Role Overview

The Coordinator, Annual Giving plays a key role in the successful delivery of the Foundation's Annual Giving fundraising programs and initiatives. This role coordinates the implementation of annual fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship and recognition activities, operational processes, and cross-functional projects that support donor engagement and revenue growth. Working collaboratively across the Foundation, the Coordinator ensures fundraising activities are executed efficiently, donor records and systems are maintained with accuracy, and donors receive an exceptional experience through every interaction.

 
Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of Annual Giving fundraising programs, including direct mail, digital giving, tribute giving, grateful patient initiatives, and other annual fundraising campaigns, ensuring activities are delivered accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate the implementation of donor development initiatives that support the Foundation's Annual Giving strategy, including donor acquisition, retention, stewardship, tribute giving, grateful patient, and annual donor programs.
• Coordinate donor recognition and tribute giving activities, including donor and family support, tribute correspondence, online giving, funeral home initiatives, and the maintenance of accurate donor records within Raiser's Edge.
• Coordinate the operational processes, systems, and administrative workflows that support the effective delivery of the Annual Giving program, identifying process improvements and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Respond to donor and public inquiries, providing exceptional donor service and ensuring requests are resolved accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinate the tracking and reconciliation of Annual Giving program expenses and provide administrative support for budget monitoring and reporting.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of donor information and campaign data within Raiser's Edge to support fundraising, stewardship, and reporting activities.
• Coordinate assigned Annual Giving projects and campaign deliverables, ensuring timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications are effectively managed.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Foundation, including the Corporate Partnerships team, to coordinate Future Leaders initiatives, committee support, and event logistics.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and perform additional related duties as required

Qualifications & Experience
• Successful completion of a post-secondary program in fundraising, business administration, communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or a related discipline is required.
• A minimum of 2–4 years of progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit administration, project coordination, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship activities, or project-based initiatives is considered an asset.
• Experience maintaining donor databases, preferably Raiser's Edge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

 
As a not-for-profit foundation entrusted with donor funds and community partnerships, the successful candidate must complete and pass a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

 
To submit your application, please email your resume with cover letter to SPFcareers@phc.ca indicating the job title in the subject line.
 

About St. Paul’s Foundation
St. Paul’s Foundation raises funds to support patients, residents, caregivers, and families at St. Paul’s Hospital and at Providence Health Care’s 19 sites across BC. Our generous donors are an essential part of Providence Health Care’s mission to deliver compassionate care, innovative research, and world-class medical training and education.
 
As we look back on our 130-year history – and forward to our future in the new St. Paul’s Hospital at the Jim Pattison Medical Centre – we are ready to further push the boundaries of innovation, research, and patient-centred care for the people of British Columbia and beyond. Truly, our mission and the support of our community have never been more important.
www.helpstpauls.com
 
All Candidates Are Welcome
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a great workplace. At St. Paul’s Foundation, we are fully committed to building a strong and representative team. To that end, we especially encourage applications from members of all communities who are disadvantaged on any grounds under the BC Human Rights Code, including people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities, people with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples, who, as a result of colonization, are under-represented in positions of economic, social, and political influence and leadership.
 
Thank you for your interest in working with St. Paul’s Foundation. Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.