Senior Program Officer Youth

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 promoting work-life balance and diversity both within the organization and in its community work.

We are currently recruiting for the role of

Senior Program Officer - Youth (Permanent Full-time)

Our Values

Trust

Generosity

Equity

Transformation

Responsiveness

Our Core Competencies

Relationship Building

Managing Healthy Conflict

Adaptability

Critical Thinking and Decision Making

The Role:

This position serves as a pivotal force in executing and advancing The Foundations comprehensive youth engagement strategy which is designed to inspire and empower young individuals within the community. The role encompasses the management and coordination of flagship programs such as the Youth in Philanthropy initiative which encourages youth to explore the impact of giving and the Summer Internship Program which provides invaluable hands-on experience in the nonprofit addition to these the position oversees various other youth engagement programs tailored to nurture civic responsibility and philanthropy. The successful candidate will engage meaningfully with a diverse array of youth and community leaders across Winnipeg fostering partnerships that amplify young voices and inspire active participation. Ultimately this role aims to deepen youth understanding and appreciation of the local charitable landscape equipping them to become informed advocates for positive change.

Supervisory Advisory and Leadership Responsibilities

Beyond program oversight this role carries the vital responsibility of leading and nurturing The Foundations youth programming to ensure it fulfills its objectives and resonates with the target audience. Integral to this position is supervising staff dedicated to Youth Initiatives including interns and temporary team members ensuring they are supported mentored and empowered to make meaningful contributions to the organizations mission. This role fosters a collaborative atmosphere where creativity and innovation are encouraged ultimately ensuring that all youth programming is executed with excellence and aligns with The Foundations overarching goals.

Core Areas of Responsibility:

Areas of Responsibility

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with high schools and community organizations involved in Youth in Philanthropy

• Providing mentorship for youths fostering leadership skills and personal development

• Planning and executing large-scale events including but not limited to conferences galas and youth-focused gatherings

• Working with local charities to provide youth volunteer opportunities

• Managing the Summer Internship Program including recruiting selecting and matching students with charitable host organizations

• Adapting existing programs and developing additional youth engagement programs to support overall Foundation goals

• Developing and managing the youth engagement budget

• Collaborating with other departments to develop tools and strategies to support youth engagement programs

• Review grant proposals made by YiP Committees and recommend to the VP for approval

Experience Education and Credentials

• Bachelors degree college certificate or equivalent experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a combination of project management event management and collaborative engagement with internal and external partners

• Experience working with youths

• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing learning opportunitiesis considered an asset

About You: If your background differs from the one listed below please explain in your cover letter why you would be a good fit.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to solve problems strategically and within a systems approach

• Ability to manage projects independently including strong logistical abilities

• Understanding of social innovation tools approaches and methodologies

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong facilitation and public speaking skills

• Aptitude for fostering positive supportive and mutually beneficial relationships

• Collaborative disposition

• Critical thinking

• Curious and analytical approach

• Patient and empathetic disposition

What We Offer:

Starting salary in the range of $70400 - $87900

A comprehensive benefit package including health and dental benefits

A Health Spending Account

Access to Consult (Virtual Doctor Service)

EFAP program available to employees and family members

Pension program starting at six months of employment

Vacation starts at three weeks per year

Eco-pass program (half-cost bus pass)

Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up

Professional Development opportunities

Applications including a resume and a cover letter should be submitted by November 21 2025. All applications must be submitted at who do not fully satisfy all the essential requirements are nonetheless encouraged to submit their applications for consideration regarding this position. We firmly believe in the potential of diverse perspectives skills and experiences to enrich our team and contribute to The Foundations overall success.

The Recruitment Process

As part of The Foundations commitment to being transparent the following are the stages of our recruitment process:

Job posting (2 weeks in circulation)

Phone screening (conducted after the closing date; duration: 2 weeks)

First in-person interview (conducted within 2 weeks after phone screening interviews)

Second in-person interview (within 2 weeks after the first interview)

Start date: January 2026

During the recruitment process prospective candidates will be expected to provide specific examples of situations where they have demonstrated The Foundations 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 you are contacted to participate in the process please advise if you require any accommodations.

Note: If you would like to discuss an accommodation or have difficulty submitting your application via the portal please email for support.

Required Experience:

Senior IC