Vice President, Fund Development & Marketing

Your Opportunity to SHINE ON:

This is a rare opportunity to shape how a leading community organization grows its impact and connects with the people it serves. You will play a defining role in building a modern integrated approach to revenue generation and storytellingone that not only drives results but reflects the heart of the YMCA-YWCAs mission.

In this role you will bring clarity where there is complexity align efforts for greater impact and empower a talented team to excel. Your leadership will strengthen how the organization engages its community builds trust and inspires supportensuring every message campaign and relationship advances meaningful change.

If you are a strategic thinker who thrives in turning vision into action values collaboration and is motivated by community impact this is your opportunity to leave a lasting markhelping position the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg as the charity of choice and a leader in building stronger more connected communities.

WHYyoullloveY Winnipeg:

At the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipegyoullbe part of an organization with over 145 years of trusted community impactone that continues to evolve while staying deeply rooted in its purpose. As Manitobas largestchild careprovider and a cornerstone of the regions social infrastructure the Y plays a vital role in supporting individuals and families to live healthier more connected lives.

Youllexperience the energy of a dynamic organization that reaches over a million visits each year through its community hubs while also offering transformative experiences through Camp Stephenswhere generations of young people have grown explored and built confidence for more than 135 years. Every part of the organization is designed to create spaces where people feel they belong andhave the opportunity tothrive.

Guided by a bold Strategic Plan the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg is focused on expanding access deepening community impact and leading meaningful change across the city. Ifyouremotivated by purpose-driven work and want to contribute to an organization that is shaping stronger more inclusive communitiesyoullfind both inspiration and opportunity here.

HOWyoullcreate Moments that Matter:

• Strategy to Execution:Translates organizational priorities into integrated data-driven marketing communications membership and fund development strategies with clear milestones measurable outcomes and coordinated execution.

• Team Leadership & Capacity Building:Leads and develops a high-performing team by providing clear direction strengthening accountability and fostering a collaborative values-driven culture focused on impact.

• Operational Leadership & Execution:Oversees a performance-driven operating model ensuring effective day-to-day execution alignment of priorities and continuous improvement through data and streamlined processes.

• Revenue Growth & Engagement:Drives sustainable revenue growth by advancing donor and member acquisition retention and engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals and community needs.

• Communications & Storytelling:Leads the development and delivery of a compelling consistent organizational narrative that strengthens brand amplifies impact and connects authentically with diverse audiences.

• Governance & External Alignment: Partners with the CEO to align fund development government relations and external communications with strategic priorities and governance expectations.

Youllbring:

• Proven senior leadership experience with a track record of leading teams to deliver measurable results in complex multi-stakeholder environments specifically in the areas of marketing and/or fund development.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into execution including setting clear priorities establishing accountability and driving performance.
• Experience building coaching and leading high-performing teams; clarifying roles and workflows. Strong people leadership skills with experience building coaching and aligning high-performing teams through clarity consistency and support.
• Experience leading in a deeply operational organization bringing structure and focus to environments that require organization and follow-through.
• Strong track record of implementing KPIs dashboards and reporting systems to monitor performance optimize ROI and inform real-time strategic adjustments.
• Enterprise mindset with the ability to think holistically across functions while ensuring strong execution of day-to-day priorities.
• Advanced ability to develop compelling consistent narratives and execute multi-channel strategies that strengthen brand engagement and community connection.
• Alignment with the mission and values of the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg with a demonstrated commitment to community impact belonging and equitable access.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion as well as Truth and Reconciliation.

How Y Winnipeg Supports Your Impact:

At YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg we invest in your growth and well-being through paid professional development opportunities supporting you to build skills and advance your impact in the community. We also prioritize your health and financial security with acomplimentary Ymembership access to an Employee Assistance Program and comprehensive benefits including extended healthcare and pension plan matching.

Our Commitment to a Fair and Inclusive Hiring Process:

AI Disclosure:Our recruitment process incorporates AI technology forinitialapplication screening toassistwith assessing qualifications. All applications are also reviewed by our hiring team to ensure a fair andaccurateassessment.

Candidate Experience:While only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews we are committed to transparency and will provide an update on application status within45 daysof submission.

Equity & Inclusion:Canadian experience is notrequired. We value diversity and welcome applicants with international education and work experience and we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process please dont hesitate to reach includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings. Contact

Application Deadline:Application is open until the position has been filled

Required Experience:

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