Manager of People and Culture

Job Description

Overview

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 People and Culture (Permanent – Full-time)

Our Values

• Trust
• Generosity
• Equity
• Transformation
• Leading Through Operational Excellence
• Leading Through Talent Development
• Leading Through Healthy Relationships
• Leading Through Effective Communication
• Leading Through Effective Decision Making

The Role

The Manager, People & Culture is a key member of The Foundation’s People, Culture & Governance team and plays a pivotal role in shaping an exceptional workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and connected to our mission.

Reporting to the Vice President, People, Culture & Governance, this role provides counsel and coaching to managers across the organization, offering clear and confident guidance on people leadership, healthy conflict resolution, and organizational effectiveness. A natural coach, the Manager supports individuals and teams through growth, change, and workplace challenges.

This role provides daily oversight of the People & Culture Advisor, Office Coordinator, and Reception Coordinator, ensuring high-quality delivery of recruitment, onboarding, benefits, job evaluation, training coordination, employee experience programs, office administration, and front‑of‑house service.

The Manager is also the primary representative for employee relations, leading mediations, addressing concerns proactively, and conducting workplace investigations in a fair, trauma‑informed, and consistent manner.

Finally, this position plays an essential role in advancing The Foundation’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) strategy and strengthening a culture aligned with our values.

Core Areas of Responsibility

Coaching and Support

• Provide trusted advice and coaching to managers on performance, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and change management.
• Foster a healthy, inclusive workplace where employees feel supported, respected, and heard.

Employee Relations

• Act as the primary employee relations representative for the organization.
• Lead mediations, conflict resolution processes, and workplace investigations.
• Ensure consistent, fair application of policies and practices.
• Partner with leadership to address emerging trends and risks.

People & Culture Operations Oversight

Provide oversight and support to the People & Culture Advisor in:

• Full‑cycle recruitment, job analysis, job descriptions, and structured interviewing.
• Onboarding and offboarding that reflects The Foundation’s culture and values.
• Benefits and leave administration; coordination with external providers.
• Training and development programs, including DEIB education.
• Job evaluation committee processes and initial job assessments.
• HR reporting, dashboards, and record management.

Provide leadership to the Office Coordinator and Reception Coordinator to ensure:

• A welcoming, professional, and well-managed office environment.
• Responsive coordination with the landlord, vendors, and space management needs.
• Effective reception and front‑of‑house experiences.
• Efficient administrative and operational support across the organization.

DEIB, Culture & Engagement

• Implement assigned elements of The Foundation’s DEIB strategy.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and staff events.
• Promote a culture grounded in trust, compassion, and service to community.

Policy & Compliance

• Maintain and update HR policies, ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Support health, safety, and wellness programs and committee activities.

About You

About You: If your background looks different from below, in your cover letter, tell us why you would be a good fit!

Experience, Education & Credentials

• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience providing advice or leading others.
• Experience with employee relations, conflict resolution, and/or investigations.
• Experience in the charitable or non-profit sector is an asset.
• CPHR designation or ability to achieve within first year of employment is required.

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional communicator, relationship‑builder, and coach.
• Skilled at managing healthy conflict with diplomacy and clarity.
• Strong understanding of HR practices, employment legislation, and ethical decision‑making.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort using data to inform decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel).
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous learning.

What We Offer

• Starting salary in the range of $87,500-105,000
• A comprehensive benefit package including health and dental benefits
• Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office/week)
• A Health Spending Account ($500)
• 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
• Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up
• Professional Development opportunities

Applications, including a resume and a cover letter, should be submitted by February 18, 2026. All applications must be submitted at https://careers.risepeople.com/the-winnipeg-foundation/en.

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

• Job posting (Open until February 18, 2026)
• Phone Conversation (Week of Feb 23rd)
• First in-person interview (Week of March 2 and Week of March 9th)
• Second in-person interview (Week of March 16th)

During the recruitment process, prospective candidates will be expected to provide specific examples of situations where they have demonstrated The Foundation\'s values and leadership 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.

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