The Winnipeg Foundation is For Good. Forever. We help people give back to our shared community by connecting generous donors with Causes they care about For Good. We are an endowment-based public foundation, so gifts are pooled and invested, and the annual earnings are distributed back to the community Forever. Formed in 1921, we are proud to be the first community foundation in Canada. Our vision is ‘a Winnipeg where community life flourishes for all.’   

The Foundation is committed to work/life balance and diversity both within the organization and in its work with the community.    

We are currently recruiting for the role of

Manager of Indigenous Philanthropy Program

The Role: is a three-year term role with the potential to become a full-term permanent role.

This position will serve as the lead developer for The Winnipeg Foundation’s Indigenous Philanthropy Program – a strategic priority supporting the intentional engagement of Indigenous communities in Manitoba’s community foundation network. As the Manager of the Indigenous Philanthropy Program, you are crucial to creating and expanding the program while building and maintaining trust-based relationships with Indigenous communities, stakeholders, and program partners.

A primary goal of the program includes the establishment of Indigenous-owned and led community foundations. A secondary goal of the program is supporting greater awareness of Indigenous communities’ priorities across Manitoba’s community foundation network, leading to improved understanding, stronger relationships, and increased partnerships and collaborations.

Moreover, the position entails continuous oversight and administration of the Indigenous Philanthropy Program, with the authority to propose any necessary changes for review by the VP of Capacity Building & Programs.

Areas of Responsibility 

Indigenous Philanthropy 

Supporting, developing, and growing relationships with Indigenous leaders and community members, and working with partners within and outside the Capacity Building & Programs Department to develop and grow Indigenous community relationships that are authentic, trust-based, purposeful, and focused on each community’s interests and priorities. 
Developing knowledge and understanding, recommending activities, sustainable funding models, and strategies, and engaging Indigenous communities to achieve the program's primary goal. 
Providing awareness and guidance to Manitoba’s community foundation network on Indigenous cultural protocols, norms, politics, and priorities to ensure that the organizations respectfully engage with Indigenous communities to achieve the secondary goal of the program.

Resource Management 

Developing and maintaining a program budget in collaboration with the VP of Capacity Building & Programs. 
Engaging resources from both within The Winnipeg Foundation and outside (consultants and researchers) to further the program's goals.

General Program Administration 

Conducting data collection and analysis, including developing and deploying survey tools, and writing interim and year-end program reports.
Coordinating promotional and marketing activities related to the program and liaising with the Marketing & Communications Department, as required.
Coordinating fund administration activities related to the program and liaising with the Finance Department, as required. 
Coordinating grant-making activities related to the program and liaising with the Community Impact Department, as required.

About You:  

Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous studies, business, management, community development, or related area, and/or earned equivalent through 5-10+ years' experience in an Indigenous-focused program development or management role with significant relationship-building responsibilities,
A demonstrated history of building successful relationships with Indigenous communities and experience supporting the successful implementation of programs/projects with Indigenous groups,
 Experienced and skilled in managing projects and program design, including the development of logical frames, results frameworks, and budgeting,
Aptitude for fostering positive, supportive, and mutually beneficial relationships,
Knowledge and appreciation of the unique history, cultures, and rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada and passion for supporting Reconciliation,
A practical understanding of Indigenous community development priorities and approaches to partnerships and programs that support these priorities,
Demonstrated understanding of the various Indigenous political systems in Manitoba,
Understanding of budgeting and basic financial stewardship,
Motivated self-starter and ability to work independently,
Understanding of the importance of community-led development,
Ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset, such as Cree, Inuktitut, Ojibway, Anishinaabemowin, Dakota, Dene, Michif or Ininimowin,
Ability to bring groups together and collaborate with influence while navigating complex relationships to gain cross-functional stakeholder buy-in,
Excellent project management skills and strong organizational skills,
Strong and proactive problem-solving skills, able to identify challenges or bottlenecks and proactively propose potential solutions to improve how the organization functions,
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work across the whole organization and with multiple departments and provide a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders,
Experience with digital tools, including an ability to work with Microsoft Office 365, including the ability to prepare and complete basic financial reports and budgets/reports in Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:     

Starting salary in the range of ($83,000 - $ 113,000)
A comprehensive benefit package including health and dental benefits  
A Health Spending Account  
Access to Maple (Virtual Doctor Service)  
EFAP program available to employees and family members  
Pension program starting at six months of employment  
Vacation starting at three weeks per year  
Eco-pass program (half-cost bus pass)  
Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up  
Professional Development opportunities

Applications, including resume and cover letter, should be submitted by March 7, 2024. All applications must be submitted at https://careers.risepeople.com/the-winnipeg-foundation/en.      

The Winnipeg Foundation is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require accommodation.  

For this role, we are proactively looking for candidates with lived experience in an Indigenous community and, or direct experience working with Indigenous communities. We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America to self-identify in their applications.

The Winnipeg Foundation

New Jobs

Manager of Indigenous Philanthropy Program