Funding Officer

THE ORGANIZATION

Since 1962, the University Hospital Foundation (UHF) has been a catalyst for health innovation and impact across Alberta and beyond. Established to advance patient care, research, and education at the University of Alberta Hospital, UHF has grown into one of Canada’s most respected hospital foundations. The Foundation proudly supports the University of Alberta Hospital, the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic—fueling medical breakthroughs, transformative treatments, and compassionate care that improve countless lives.

UHF exists to bridge community generosity with world-class healthcare and research. Through its bold Ignite 2030 strategic plan, the Foundation is reimagining how philanthropy can shape the future of health. This ten-year roadmap focuses on four strategic imperatives—Partnership Impact, Thought Leadership, Revenue Generation, and Health Ecosystem Leadership, positioning UHF to drive innovation, strengthen collaboration, and create measurable impact across the healthcare landscape.

The Foundation’s culture is defined by courage, collaboration, and integrity. Recognized as a High Performer by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy and accredited by Imagine Canada, UHF operates with professionalism, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Joining the University Hospital Foundation means becoming part of a purpose-driven, high-impact organization where leadership, innovation, and compassion converge to create lasting change in healthcare.

Our purpose

Our purpose is to continuously seek, inspire and lead bold solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges and ignite new discoveries in health.

Our values

• We respect our partners – those who support the Foundation, and those who work with us and for us.
• We are trusted stewards of community members’ generous donations.
• We are persistent advocates for health and better health outcomes.
• We are brave and courageous, willing to be disruptive, ask bold questions, and seek innovative solutions.
• We respect and value diversity of thought, ideas, cultures and contributions.

For more information on the University Hospital Foundation, visit: https://givetouhf.ca.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Director, Donor Funds & Impact, this key position is integral to the Funding Team. The Funding Officer ensures that donor funding drives meaningful impact within the health system by managing and monitoring funding through agreements, distributions, and reporting, and ensuring alignment with both the objectives of the funding sources and the strategic vision of the Foundation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Funding Allocation: Support the director in allocation of financial resources to ensure that funding aligns with the Foundation’s strategic funding
• Funding Oversight: Support oversight of processes to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant distribution of donor funds.
• Funding Impact: Use data and insights about funded initiatives collected via the grant management system to ensure funding decisions and outcomes align with the Foundation’s mission, demonstrate measurable impact, and identify trends that inform strategy and strengthen alignment through strong communication of results and stories of impact.
• Funding and Donor Reporting: Facilitate communication and collaboration between the Funding and Partner Experience teams within the Foundation.
• Program Evaluation: Implement and oversee data collection processes, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and managing databases or systems to ensure accurate and timely data reporting
• Contract Management: Develop, review, and manage contracts with partner funders, funding recipients, and external vendors, ensuring compliance, clarity, and alignment with the foundation’s objectives.
• Relationship Building: Manage complex and high-level conversations with a diverse range of stakeholders, including partners, funders, vendors, and internal teams.
• Project Management: Ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant distribution of funds while driving process improvements, tracking milestones, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

FIRST YEAR – MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Fully integrated with the team, collaborating effectively and contributing to a cohesive, high-functioning team environment.
• Established oversight of grant-making and grant management processes, with a focus on strategic priorities while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Demonstrated the ability to have autonomy in complex decision-making and the ability to independently manage all aspects of the funding cycle.
• Trusted confidence and credibility with internal and external stakeholders, supporting smooth communication, problem-solving, and alignment across funded initiatives.

THE INDIVIDUAL

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, strategic, and collaborative professional who is passionate about maximizing the impact of donor funding within the healthcare system. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage complex funding processes, ensure alignment with organizational strategy, and translate data and insights into actionable decisions that demonstrate measurable impact. Strong relationship management, analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance are essential to success in this mission-driven role.

Education

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Project Management, Healthcare or Science Administration. Post-secondary education in other related fields may also be considered.

Experience

• Five to eight (5-8) years’ relevant work experience in a similar role.
• Experience within a philanthropic, academic medical center, healthcare or post-secondary setting is preferred.
• Experience with program evaluation and contract management is an asset.
• Experience in philanthropic grant management, including familiarity with funding sources, funding and research competitions, grant administration, and liaising with funding recipients and partners’ research offices in managing awarded grants.
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe experience.
• Strong technical skills in using tools such as grant management software, SurveyMonkey Apply, MS Planner, and/or MS Project.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge.
• Accounting or legal experience is an asset.
• Experience in process improvement- LEAN, Six Sigma experience would be considered an asset but not necessary.

Competencies and Knowledge

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of professionalism.
• Exceptional flexibility and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment: highly organized and able to prioritize.
• Works both independently with minimal supervision and as an integral part of a team.
• Exercises discretion and good judgment in all situations.
• Able to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled in fielding stakeholders’ inquiries and implementing actions to ensure requests are resolved as appropriate.
• High attention to detail and precise accuracy.
• Extraordinary commitment to maintaining confidentiality and discretion.

Personal Profile

• Seasoned, proactive professional who can generate solutions and provide strategic recommendations to the Director and team.
• Collaborative and flexible thinker who generates ideas, strengthens team capacity, and adapts to evolving priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Diplomatic and confident communicator, skilled at building relationships and engaging stakeholders across all levels to ensure alignment and impact.
• Innovative problem-solver who can anticipate challenges, make sound judgments, and drive improvements while maintaining a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach.

COMPENSATION

An excellent compensation package awaits the successful candidate.

LOCATION

Edmonton, Alberta.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

UHF offers a hybrid work arrangement with two days per week in the office required.

HOW TO APPLY

For the opportunity to join UHF in the role of Funding Officer, please email your resume to DreamBig@profoundtalent.com referencing Position ID # AGQM-511127.

Should you have an inquiry regarding this position, please contact Max Frank at 587-200-0114 ext. 102 or Craig Edhart at ext. 106.

For further information on ProFound Talent Inc. please visit: www.profoundtalent.com

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

ProFound Talent is a woman owned and operated business, recognized and certified by Women Business Enterprise (WBE). We pride ourselves in supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals to which you may confidentially share your accommodation needs at time of application. We will adjust our processes to ensure you have an inclusive, fair, and respectful experience that allows you to represent yourself in your unique and most authentic way.

* We thank all applicants for your submissions, however only candidates being considered for this role will be contacted. *