Job Description

Your Opportunity to SHINE ON:

The purpose of this position is to help fulfill the mission of the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg by maximizing grant support for the organization and building relationships between the Y and current and potential supporters. Reporting to the Executive Director, Fund Development, this position is responsible for leading, expanding and executing the YMCA-YWCA’s extensive grants program, including all solicitation phases, cultivation, stewardship, and where necessary grant communications and impact reports. The Grants and Reporting Specialist is also responsible for managing relationships with donors and external partners, as well as supporting leadership in government relations to facilitate ongoing support for vital community programs and capital initiatives, while furthering the organization’s data strategy to support philanthropic success.

WHY you’ll love Y Winnipeg:

At the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg, you’ll be part of an organization with over 145 years of trusted community impact—one that continues to evolve while staying deeply rooted in its purpose. As Manitoba’s largest childcare provider and a cornerstone of the region’s social infrastructure, the Y plays a vital role in supporting individuals and families to live healthier, more connected lives. You’ll experience 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 Stephens—where 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 and have the opportunity to thrive.

Guided by a bold 2024–2030 Strategic Plan, the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg is focused on expanding access, deepening community impact, and leading meaningful change across the city. If you’re motivated by purpose-driven work and want to contribute to an organization that is shaping stronger, more inclusive communities, you’ll find both inspiration and opportunity here.

HOW you’ll create Moments that Matter:

• Annually, facilitate the review and prioritization process to support the Internal Grant Cycle and update the annual grant priority list aligned with organizational strategic objectives.
• Proactively identify and pursue grant opportunities that align with approved funding priorities.
• Plan, coordinate, write and develop proposals/grant submissions for government and foundation funding programs.
• Lead the preparation and submission of grant applications in collaboration with project leads and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor application outcomes and maintain accurate records of submissions, decisions, and funding status to inform planning and reporting.
• Work collaboratively with various Y departments to identify funding needs and support in the development and submission of internal grant request forms, providing guidance, tools, and feedback to strengthen applications.
• Research and provide data analytics to funders to demonstrate impact of programming.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with relevant organizations and government entities.
• Represent YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg and its interests in meetings and workshops with granting agencies, including leading response writing for requests for information.
• Communicate status updates to stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Support YMCA-YWCA leadership in government relations initiatives led by senior leadership, providing coordination, research, and administrative support to advance organizational priorities.
• Maintain database requirements for existing and potential donors and supporting agencies.
• Pursue opportunities to grow the organization’s endowment.
• Develop stewardship strategies and implement processes and tactics for timely and appropriate correspondence and acknowledgement.
• Steward grant funding relationships by ensuring timely reporting, compliance with funding requirements, and ongoing engagement with funders.
• Develop detailed background research for identified donor prospects to aid in building stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate naming agreements and corresponding recognition and stewardship requirements.

You’ll bring:

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (equivalent work experience will also be considered) with an emphasis on writing, reporting and political acumen.
• Minimum 2 years of grant writing experience.
• Experience with prospect research and building donor profiles.
• Experience in managing relationships with government and granting agencies.
• Exceptional written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Resourceful and team player capable of collaborating with multiple cross-functional teams.
• A detail-oriented, initiative-driven individual who is eager to drive organizational success by maximizing grant support.
• Experience managing proposal writing processes to secure government funding.
• Experience in major gift prospect identification, cultivation and stewardship practices.
• As part of the hiring process and conditions of employment, candidates must successfully complete and provide satisfactory results for three professional reference checks, a Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks, and all employer-required onboarding and mandatory training.

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 wellness with a complimentary Y membership to you and eligible dependents, 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 for initial application screening to assist with assessing qualifications. All applications are also reviewed by our hiring team to ensure a fair and accurate assessment.

Candidate Experience: While only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews, we are committed to transparency and will provide an update on application status within 45 days of submission.

Equity & Inclusion: Canadian experience is not required. We value diversity and welcome applicants with international education and work experience, and we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings. Contact hr@ymanitoba.ca

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