About us:

West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation (WCK) exists to provide timely, practical support to respond to the needs of B.C. kids and their families, easing their way as they navigate childhood cancer and blood disorders.

And you:

You are a purpose-driven relationship builder with a talent for turning passion into partnership. You love writing compelling stories, designing donor experiences, and building strategies that bring long-term sustainability to a mission you believe in. Whether you’re drafting a grant proposal, cultivating a new sponsor, or analyzing campaign performance, you bring creativity, clarity, and heart to everything you do. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy wearing multiple hats, and are excited to lead fund development efforts in a small, growing organization.

About this role:

The Development Lead reports to the Executive Director of West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation and is responsible for designing, leading, and executing all fundraising initiatives. This includes grants, donor relations, corporate sponsorships, campaigns, and fundraising events. As WCK’s primary fundraiser, you will play a critical role in securing significant financial support to sustain and grow our programs. This role requires a proven ability to build relationships and deliver measurable fundraising results. You will work closely with the Executive Director and leadership team to develop strategies and take action to bring in new funding, strengthen existing partnerships, and achieve ambitious revenue targets that align with WCK’s mission and long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Fund Development Strategy and Implementation

• Develop and lead WCK’s annual fundraising plan in collaboration with the Executive Director

• Set and track fundraising goals across multiple revenue streams (grants, individual giving, sponsorships, campaigns)

• Identify new funding opportunities and plan initiatives to diversify revenue

• Create fundraising materials and donor-facing content in collaboration with communications support

• Plan and execute fundraising events

Grant Writing and Foundation Relations

• Research and identify funding opportunities; write and submit compelling grant applications to foundations, corporations, and public funders

• Track deadlines, requirements, and ensure timely reporting

• Build and steward relationships with funders, grant officers and government officials to support funding and partnership opportunities

Donor and Sponsor Engagement

• Manage donor database and track engagement, stewardship, and giving trends

• Develop and implement donor stewardship plans, including thank-you campaigns and impact communications

• Identify and cultivate relationships with major donors and corporate sponsors in collaboration with the Executive Director, including attending meetings and facilitating introductions

• Lead sponsorship outreach and recognition for fundraising events and campaigns

Collaboration and Reporting

• Work with the Executive Director on fundraising strategy, opportunities, and outcomes

• Collaborate with program and communications staff to align messaging and gather impact data

• Provide regular reports on fundraising progress and projections

What do you bring:

• 3–5 years of fundraising and grant writing experience in the nonprofit sector

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a gift for storytelling and relationship building

• Experience managing donor databases like Sumac and tracking fundraising activities

• A creative, organized, and proactive approach to fundraising

• Comfort working independently while collaborating with a small, passionate team

• A deep belief in WCK’s mission and the power of community support

•Up-to-date immunizations

•A clear vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check

Compensation and details:

• This position is 32 hours/week

• 12 month contract with the possibility of an extension

• Salary range is $50,000 - $55,000/year

• This role is required to occasionally work evenings and weekends

• Extended health benefits

• 20 days paid vacation (includes 1 week office closure between Christmas and New Year’s)

• Flexible, hybrid work from home/office mode

To Apply:

We want to hear from you! To apply for this position on the WCK team, please send a resume, cover letter, to Jeenu Kailey, Executive Director, at careers@wckfoundation.ca. We will review applications on a rolling basis and remove the posting once the position is filled.

West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation is committed to equality, diversity and a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for consideration.