Career Opportunities
At the Mental Health Foundation, we believe a diverse and inclusive work environment is essential to our success.
Our values and mission statement are rooted in the idea that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and diversity is a strength to be celebrated.
An inclusive workplace isn’t just the right thing to do, it brings a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and ideas to the table, helping us to better understand our donors more effectively. It also attracts and retains the best talent, because our employees know they are valued for who they are, and that their background and identity are embraced.
Creating an inclusive workplace isn’t just about policies and procedures—it’s about creating a culture that values and respects diversity. We strive to foster a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels safe, seen, and heard. That means actively listening to our team, providing opportunities for professional development and growth, and celebrating the unique talents and contributions of each individual.
We also recognize there is always more work to be done, and we are committed to ongoing learning and growth in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by working together, we can create a truly inclusive, accessible, and enriching workplace for everyone.
If you’re passionate about creating positive change in the world, and you share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we invite you to explore career opportunities with the Mental Health Foundation. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated individuals who want to make a difference and be part of a dynamic and supportive team.
Join us as we work towards building healthy and resilient communities across the province.
Job Title: Manager, Corporate Relations
Reports to: President & CEO
Department: Philanthropy
Position Type: Full-time, continuing
Position Summary
Reporting to the President and CEO, the Manager, Corporate Relations provides strategic and operational leadership for the organization’s corporate fundraising program, with oversight of corporate relations across the Alberta market. The role oversees the Corporate Relations Officer function, sets the corporate revenue strategy, strengthens pipeline management and stewardship, and ensures high quality execution of sponsorship, partnership, cause marketing, and grant initiatives in alignment with organizational priorities and policies. A core requirement of this position is to proactively identify, initiate, and build new corporate relationships, expanding the prospect pipeline and growing sustainable revenue.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategy, Planning, and Revenue Leadership
- Develop and execute a multi‑year corporate revenue strategy (sponsorship, partnerships, cause‑marketing, and grant funding) aligned to organizational goals.
- Lead annual planning, goal setting, forecasting, and budget development for corporate revenue, including target allocation across products and campaigns.
- Lead Alberta market planning and performance for corporate relations, including identifying priority sectors/regions, building local prospect pipelines, and strengthening partner retention and growth.
- Identify, initiate, and cultivate new corporate relationships through prospect research, outreach, networking, and strategic introductions to build a robust pipeline of new partners.
- Leverage board of trustees and fund development cabinet networks to build mutually aligned outcome-based relationships that meet organization goals.
- Oversee and optimize pipeline management practices (qualification, moves management, proposals, and stewardship) to improve conversion and renewal rates.
- Establish and monitor KPIs and dashboards (pipeline value, stage conversion, renewals, average gift size, and sponsorship ROI) and use insights for continuous improvement.
- Manage high‑value relationships and complex negotiations, including multi‑year sponsorships and partnership agreements, ensuring mutual value and risk mitigation.
- People Leadership and Program Oversight
- Provide day‑to‑day leadership, coaching, and performance management for the Corporate Relations Officer; set clear expectations, priorities, and professional development plans.
- Assign and oversee portfolios, proposals, sponsorship packages, and reporting deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, timeliness, and consistent donor experience.
- Design, standardize, and continuously improve corporate processes and tools (templates, proposals, briefing notes, and stewardship plans) in compliance with policies and applicable regulations.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external contractors (such as grant writers) to ensure effective proposal development and fulfilment of sponsorship benefits and partnership commitments.
- Ensure accurate data management in the CRM (e.g., Raiser’s Edge), including contact reports, proposals, agreements, recognition, and reporting schedules.
- Cross Functional Collaboration, Reporting, and Risk Management
- Partner with Senior Leadership, External Relations, Community Engagement, and program teams to develop compelling sponsorship and partnership value propositions and materials.
- Work with Finance and Operations to ensure agreements, invoicing/receipting requirements, restrictions, and reporting obligations are tracked and met.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting for leadership (pipeline, forecasts, budget vs. actuals, risks, and key wins/learnings) and support board or committee reporting as required.
- Maintain oversight of legal/brand/reputational considerations for corporate partnerships, including due diligence, sponsorship alignment, and appropriate recognition practices.
- Represent the organization in Alberta corporate and community settings to strengthen visibility, generate introductions, and cultivate prospective supporters.
Competencies and Behaviors
- Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to translate goals into executable plans and measurable outcomes.
- Strong people leader who coaches, develops, and holds others accountable while building a collaborative team culture.
- Exceptional relationship management, influencing, and negotiation skills with senior corporate and foundation stakeholders.
- Data‑informed and results‑oriented; comfortable with forecasting, pipeline analytics, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal development and executive‑level reporting.
- Professional judgment, discretion, and commitment to ethical fundraising and confidentiality.
The Mental Health Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to darren.lunt@mentalhealthfoundation.ca.
Location: Edmonton, AB (Hybrid work environment)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday
Reports To: Director of Finance & Operations
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
About the Mental Health Foundation
The Mental Health Foundation (MHF) raises funds to enhance mental illness and addictions recovery by accelerating the discovery and adoption of research, connecting systems of care, and improving patient experiences and outcomes through strategic facility investments. MHF supports essential programs and services to ensure Albertans have accessible mental health care when they need it most.
Position Summary
The Finance Officer plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of the Mental Health Foundation. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting accounts payable and receivable processes, assisting with reconciliations and month-end activities, and ensuring strong coordination between finance and philanthropy data where needed. The role also supports donor research and data integrity efforts, contributing to accurate donor records and informed philanthropic reporting.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with financial systems and confidential information in a nonprofit environment. This role contributes to the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of financial reporting that enables the Foundation’s mission-driven work.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations
- Accurately enter and maintain financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, and journal entries, into QuickBooks.
- Support accounts payable and ensure timely payment of vendors and contractors.
- Assist with accounts receivable, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, by ensuring all invoicing and the recording of donations, grants, and other revenue in the Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge database is complete, precise, and compliant with reporting standards.
- Support monthly bank, donation, and credit card reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of supporting documentation.
- Maintain organized and auditable financial records in accordance with internal policies and best practices.
Reporting & Coordination
- Support coordination between finance and philanthropy teams to ensure alignment of donation records recorded in Blackbaud Raisers Edge and Quickbooks.
- Work closely with the philanthropy team to monitor financial opportunities, pledges, and funding commitments.
- Contribute to improving finance workflows, documentation, and data accuracy.
Administrative & General Support
- Assist with donor research and data validation to support accurate donor records, financial reporting, and informed philanthropy efforts.
- Support financial aspects of audits and funder reporting as required.
- Ensure compliance with privacy, confidentiality, and financial controls.
- Provide general administrative support to the finance and philanthropy teams as needed.
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a finance, accounting, or bookkeeping role.
- Minimum 2 years of nonprofit experience.
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated integrity and ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience using QuickBooks.
- 2+ years experience working with Blackbaud Raisers Edge NXT
- High proficiency with Excel
- Familiarity with nonprofit or charitable accounting practices.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to support meaningful mental health and addiction initiatives across Alberta.
- Collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
- Flexible hybrid work options.
- Chance to grow and contribute to strengthening nonprofit financial operations.
How to Apply
The Mental Health Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to shelley@mentalhealthfoundation.ca.