Director of Campaign

Join Heritage Park as Our Director, Campaign!

Are you a fundraising professional with a passion for history, community, and transformational campaigns? Do you thrive on building relationships, securing major gifts, and leading high-impact fundraising initiatives? If so, Heritage Park is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Director, Campaign to lead a multi-million-dollar capital and preservation campaign that will shape the future of Canada's largest living history museum!

Why Heritage Park?

Heritage Park is more than just a museum-it's an immersive, vibrant experience where history comes to life! Located in the heart of Calgary, we preserve and celebrate Western Canadian history through engaging exhibits, authentic experiences, and innovative programming. We are embarking on an ambitious, multi-million-dollar campaign to enhance, restore, and preserve our park for generations to come-and you can be at the forefront of this historic initiative!

Your Role as Director, Campaign

As the Director, Campaign, you will play a pivotal role in transforming Heritage Park's future. With a 20-year master plan already in place and a completed feasibility study, you'll take the reins to strategize, implement, and execute a major capital campaign. You'll work closely with high-profile donors, corporate sponsors, and community leaders to secure the necessary funds to support the Park's long-term vision. Leading a talented team, you'll bring passion, innovation, and strategic insight to fundraising efforts that make a real impact.

What You'll Do:

• Lead a high-profile, multi-million-dollar capital and preservation campaign to support Heritage Park's mission.
• Engage and cultivate relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations to secure transformational gifts.
• Develop and execute a compelling campaign strategy, including donor engagement, sponsorships, and naming opportunities.
• Work alongside the executive team and board members to leverage networks and expand the Park's donor base.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, and performance tracking to ensure campaign success.
• Inspire and lead a passionate team, mentoring and developing fundraising professionals to achieve ambitious goals.

Who You Are:

• A fundraising leader with 7-10 years of progressive experience in major gifts and capital campaigns.
• A relationship-builder who thrives on engaging donors and securing high-impact funding.
• A strategic thinker with experience executing large-scale fundraising campaigns.
• A team leader who can inspire, coach, and mentor a dynamic team of fundraising professionals.
• A storyteller who can craft compelling cases for support that inspire donors to invest in Heritage Park's future.
• AFP membership and experience with Raiser's Edge or similar donor management software is an asset.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to preserving Western Canadian history.
• Work in an inspiring and dynamic environment where history comes to life every day.
• Lead a high-profile, career-defining campaign that will make a lasting impact.
• Enjoy competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.
• Join a team of passionate professionals who love what they do!

Ready to Make History?

If you're looking for a career-defining opportunity to lead a transformational fundraising campaign, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help shape the future of Heritage Park!

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