Development manager Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

The Manitoba Museum, a not-for-profit institution, is Manitoba’s largest heritage centre and number one paid tourist attraction with over 300,000 on-site visitors annually, including 80,000 students. We uniquely combine human and natural history themes, multidimensional interpretation, science, and astronomy education with quality school and community programs, special events and exhibits. We are pleased to announce we have an opening for a Development Manager in our Development Division.

The detailed job description is below.

Applications will be accepted until February 6, 2026. Interested applicants may forward a résumé and cover letter to :

Director of Human Resources

The Manitoba Museum

190 Rupert Avenue

Winnipeg, MB R3B 0N2

Fax : (204) 942-3679

Email : HR@ManitobaMuseum.ca

A virtual information session for this opportunity will be on February 1, 2026, at 2 : 00 pm. To join this meeting, please email CDahl@ManitobaMuseum.ca for the meeting link.

The Manitoba Museum is committed to inclusion and employment equity and welcomes diversity in the workplace. The Manitoba Museum recognizes the importance of building a workforce reflective of the visitors it serves. Therefore, the Manitoba Museum supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this position. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. All applicants are encouraged to self-identify if they are members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities) in their application. This document is available in other formats and accommodations will be provided throughout the selection process upon request. Contact Human Resources at 204-956-2830 if you have an accommodation request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted. We are not able to acknowledge receipt of applications submitted via Fax or mail.

Pay Group 6

General :

Reporting to the Director of Development, the incumbent is responsible for implementing and advancing the Museum’s fundraising strategy. The incumbent focuses on leading the annual fundraising event, managing a portfolio of individual and corporate donors and sponsors, and supporting donor engagement and stewardship. The Development Manager ensures that fundraising initiatives are executed effectively and that donor relationships are nurtured to maximize philanthropic impact.

Criminal record and child abuse checks will be required of the successful candidate.

Key Accountabilities & Typical Duties :

Deepen donor relationships to increase engagement, retention, and revenue growth across individual and corporate portfolios.

• Manage a portfolio of individual and corporate donors and sponsors, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with donors to the Museum, ensuring personalized communication, timely acknowledgment, and appropriate recognition.
• Support strategies for multi-year giving and legacy donor engagement in coordination with the Director of Development.

Deliver successful fundraising events that achieve or exceed revenue, participation, and engagement targets.

Support the successful execution of campaigns that meet fundraising targets, expand donor participation, and advance institutional priorities.

Priority 4 – Prospect Management & Research Support

Strengthen the donor pipeline through accurate data management, proactive research, and efficient tracking of donor movement.

Priority 5 – Team Support & Collaboration

Enhance team efficiency and cross-departmental collaboration to support consistent, Museum-aligned donor communication and engagement.

Priority 6 – Reporting & Administrative Support

Maintain accurate, timely reporting and efficient administrative systems that support decision-making and fiscal accountability.

Perform other duties as reasonably assigned

Contribute to Museum-wide success and visibility through active participation in institutional initiatives and public engagement.

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Education, Training and Experience

A virtual information session for this opportunity will be on February 1, 2026, at 2 : 00 pm. To join this meeting, please email CDahl@ManitobaMuseum.ca for the meeting link.

This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible. The incumbent will report to the Director of Development. The salary range is $55,424.49 to 66,179.68 per annum, depending on experience.

Applications will be received until February 6, 2026, at 4 : 30 pm. Please submit your cover letter and resume to :

Director of Human Resources

The Manitoba Museum

190 Rupert Avenue

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0N2

HR@ManitobaMuseum.ca

The Manitoba Museum is committed to inclusion and employment equity and welcomes diversity in the workplace. The Manitoba Museum recognizes the importance of building a workforce reflective of the visitors it serves. Therefore, the Manitoba Museum supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this position. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. All applicants are encouraged to self-identify if they are members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities) in their application.

This document is available in other formats and accommodations will be provided throughout the selection process upon request. Contact Human Resources at 204-956-2830 if you have an accommodation request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted. We are not able to acknowledge receipt of applications submitted via Fax or mail.

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