Advancement Researcher

Make a meaningful difference in local health care

Are you a curious, analytical thinker who loves turning information into insight — and insight into impact?

The Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation (WRHNF) is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Advancement Researcher to drive prospect intelligence, pipeline growth, and data strategy in support of our transformational capital campaign and philanthropic priorities.

This is a pivotal role that strengthens our ability to inspire generosity and secure the resources needed to shape the future of health care for our community.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth biographical, financial, philanthropic, and relational research to identify, qualify, and prioritize prospects for major gifts, leadership gifts, corporate partnerships, and planned giving.
• Analyze wealth indicators, giving capacity, and affinity to build accurate capacity ratings and engagement recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality donor briefs, research profiles, briefing notes, and strategy memos for senior leadership, fundraisers, physicians, and campaign volunteers.
• Monitor news, corporate activity, real estate, business holdings, and community involvement to identify timely cultivation opportunities.
• Partner closely with fundraisers to build a robust donor pipeline for the new hospital campaign.
• Support portfolio optimization through moves-management recommendations, proactive prospecting, and identifying prospects aligned with cancer, cardiac, mental health, kids’ care, and regional priorities.
• Map networks and family connections of high-value prospects and donors to support peer-to-peer cultivation and volunteer engagement.
• Conduct research to support campaign planning, including benchmarking, environmental scanning, and community philanthropic trends.

Data, analytics & reporting

What we’re looking for

(Adapted with required research competencies)

What we offer

The process

We’re looking for someone who brings heart, hustle, and humility. If that sounds like you — apply in the way that best showcases your passion and strengths. Whether that’s a traditional resume and cover letter or something more creative (video, portfolio, or personal story), we’re excited to meet you.

We are committed to barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and encourage applicants to inform us of any accommodations they may require.

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