Membership & Outreach Director14-Month Maternity Leave ContractLocation:Toronto, ONSalary:$75,000 per year, plus benefits per policyUnion Savings is seeking a strategic, relationship‑driven leader to join our team asMembership & Outreach Directorfor a 14‑month maternity leave contract. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role is responsible for leading national outreach efforts, strengthening relationships with affiliated unions and union leadership, supporting member engagement, and providing day‑time leadership to the Membership & Outreach function.This is an ideal opportunity for a confident people leader who can combine strategy and execution, build trust with union stakeholders, and step into a key leadership role during a period of transition. The successful candidate will be comfortable stabilizing operations, leading a department, supporting staff onboarding, and representing Union Savings with credibility across a wide range of union environments.Based in our Toronto office, this position requires regular travel throughout Canada and a valid driver’s licence.About Union SavingsEstablished in 1989, Union Savings was founded on a simple principle: leveraging our collective strength as Canadian union members to deliver high‑quality, low‑cost benefits to union members and their families across Canada. As Canada’s only not‑for‑profit, union‑run, members’ benefit program, we work to enhance the value of union membership by creating meaningful benefits and engagement opportunities for members. Today, Union Savings works with more than 200 participating unions representing nearly three million members across Canada.What You’ll DoBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with affiliated unions, union leaders,



and other stakeholdersServing as the primary point of contact for affiliates and providing outstanding service and supportDeveloping and executing a national outreach and engagement strategy to increase awareness and participation in the Union Savings programIdentifying opportunities to re‑engage inactive or less responsive affiliates and rebuild momentumSoliciting and onboarding new unions at the national, regional, and local levelsDeveloping pitch materials and leading presentations and meetings with prospective unions and partnersOverseeing the work of Membership & Outreach Coordinator(s), including onboarding, direction, and day‑to‑day supportHelping stabilize departmental operations during a transition period and strengthening internal processes, tracking, and follow‑up systemsMaintaining affiliate contact lists, outreach records, and event calendarsRepresenting Union Savings at conventions, conferences, affiliate meetings, town halls, and other eventsResponding thoughtfully and professionally to affiliate or member concerns and ensuring strong follow‑upManaging the Membership & Outreach budget, including event participation, travel, and promotional spending, and assessing return on investmentAttending meetings with commercial partners and supporting the promotion of commercial programs as directedProviding regular updates, reports, and strategic insight to Union Savings leadership on outreach activities, partnership development, and resultsWhat We’re Looking ForDemonstrated leadership experience, including the ability to motivate, support,



and manage staff in energetic or distributed work environmentsStrong experience building relationships with external stakeholders, ideally in union, member‑based, not‑for‑profit, advocacy, or partnership‑driven settingsThe ability to develop and execute outreach, engagement, or partnership strategies across diverse audiences and regionsExcellent judgment, diplomacy, and confidence in handling objections, concerns, and sensitive stakeholder conversationsStrong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through consistentlyExperience leading through transition, building structure, and improving processes in a fast‑moving environmentStrong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiencesExperience managing budgets and making thoughtful, results‑oriented spending decisionsA proactive, self‑directed approach and the ability to work independently while staying closely aligned with organizational prioritiesComfort travelling frequently and representing the organization in meetings, conventions, and events across CanadaKnowledge of the Canadian labour movement, union environments, and current labour issues and trends, or the ability to quickly build that knowledge and apply it effectively in the roleWhat You’ll Enjoy at Union SavingsComprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)Paid sick days and vacation packageMonthly cell phone reimbursementCompetitive parental leaveGenerous employer pension plan contributionUnionized work environmentEquity and InclusionThe more diverse our team is, the more we are able to learn from one another and strengthen both our workplace and our work. Union Savings welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to building an inclusive and respectful organization.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Membership & Outreach Director - C$75,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Union Savings
📍 Winnipeg