Generosity and Stewardship Coordinator Full Time NEW

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 Generosity and Stewardship Coordinator  

Our Values
Trust 
Responsiveness 
Generosity 
Transformation 
Equity

Our Core Competencies  
Critical thinking skills 
Community-First Approach 
Relationship Building 
Managing Healthy Conflict
Problem-solving skills 
Decision Making skills 
Commitment to continuous learning 

The Role’s Opportunity: 
This position is primarily responsible for providing administrative support for all stewardship activities of the community generosity team. It serves as a bridge between grantees and donors while managing and supporting team resources, stepping in at key points and completing relevant administrative tasks.  

 Core Areas of Responsibility: 

Ensure that files are stored and labelled accurately in digital file management systems like SharePoint. 

Create and distribute tax receipt letters  

Deliver comprehensive support to donors through telephone and email, ensuring their inquiries and concerns are addressed promptly and effectively. 

Coordinate the memorial and tribute program, including creating notifications and gift reports.  

Review administrative procedures and make changes as required  

Draft instructions for administrative procedures for consideration  

Review obituaries and ensure any relevant changes are made in the database  

Provide administrative support to the generosity planning team, including taking meeting notes and ensuring follow-up  

Take on special projects as requested   

About You: 

Experience, Education, and Credentials 

Diploma related to fundraising, office administration or non-profit management  

1-3 years of experience working in an administrative role, ideally in a non-profit environment  

Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Teams, and Outlook with intermediate-level skills in Excel   

Background in customer service will be considered an asset 

Skills and Abilities 

Ability to use advanced features of Microsoft Word such as Mail Merge 

Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively  

Demonstrates self-efficacy with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage various tasks and effectively achieve results  

Proven accuracy and attention to detail, even when working on multiple projects with tight deadlines. 

Strong communication skills, written and verbal  

Ability to manage priorities across multiple stakeholders 

What We Offer:  

Starting salary in the range of $43,000 to $53,000 

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 beginning 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 January 5, 2025. All applications must be submitted at Careers 

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 of being transparent, the following are the stages of our recruitment process:  

Job posting (2 weeks in circulation) 

Phone Screening (conducted within 2 weeks after the closing date) 

First In-person Interview (conducted within 2 weeks after phone screening interview) 

Second in-person Interview (conducted within 2 weeks after first in-person Interview) 

Start date: February 2025   

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.