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 Social Impact (Permanent – Full-time)
Our Values
Our Core Competencies
Managers at The Winnipeg Foundation are expected to:
The Role:
As the Manager of Social Impact and its accompanying strategy, the incumbent will play a significant and influential role in developing TWF's first social impact investment practice. This endeavour will entail formulating a robust and comprehensive strategy intricately aligned with TWF's overarching mission and objectives. This includes administering the Social Impact Investment Fund (SIIF), presently valued at $50 million.
You will oversee the management and operations essential for fulfilling the objectives and guidelines established for The Winnipeg Foundation's Social Impact Investment program. Collaborating with partners to pinpoint key impact areas through research and implementing best practices in social investment, you will collaborate with partners to identify key impact areas. This incumbent must have strong leadership and a strategic vision to guide the program toward sustainable success and meaningful contributions to the community.
Core Areas of Responsibility:
Business Development and Client Support
Develop and maintain an understanding of the funding eco-system, including grants, loans and other impact investments, to support clients
Community Relations and Leadership
About You: If your background looks different from the one below, in your cover letter, tell us why you would be a good fit!
Education and Experience
Diploma or a Bachelor's degree focusing on business, finance, social finance, financial services and/or marketing.
7-10 years of experience in finance and/or account management, ideally in a credit union, bank, or other lender.
Skills and Abilities
Proven strategic thinking, initiative, and execution skills. Sets objectives, tracks progress and manages projects from start to finish.
Strong expertise in the use of current office management programs, such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
What We Offer:
Applications, including resumes and cover letters, should be submitted by March 21, 2025. All applications must be submitted to https://careers.risepeople.com/the-winnipeg-foundation/en. Applicants who do not fully satisfy all the essential requirements are encouraged to submit their applications for consideration regarding this position. We believe in the potential for diverse perspectives, skills, and experience to enrich our team and contribute to The Foundation’s overall success.
The Recruitment Process
As part of The Foundation’s value for being transparent, the following are the stages of our recruitment process:
During recruitment, prospective candidates will be expected to provide specific examples of situations where they have demonstrated The Foundation's values and core competencies.
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.
