About Food Banks CanadaAt Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and bolster their critical efforts. Through diligent research, we delve into the root causes of food insecurity, devising actionable solutions informed by our findings as we work to create a Canada where no one goes hungry.In 2024, Waterstone Human Capital recognized our workplace for embodying one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures of the year. This distinction highlights best-in-class Canadian organizations with cultures that have helped them enhance performance. For us, performance means advancing our mission and achieving organizational goals collaboratively with a team that is happy, healthy and engaged.Our efforts and impact are expanding, and we’re opening doors for passionate, teamwork-driven professionals in search of a career that’s both meaningful and captivating. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all our roles at Food Banks Canada as we support Canadians across the country.About the RoleThe Program Officer, Grants works collaboratively to support a national capacity granting program and other key program implementations and administration that will support our national network of provincial associations and affiliated food banks.What You Will Be DoingProvide administration of programs grants and applications through the Food Banks Canada grant portal Survey Monkey Apply (SM Apply)Work closely with the national program managers to help implement program development plansDevelop appropriate program communication materials,



and other related elements and effectively promote the initiative to stakeholdersWork with the national programs team to evaluate program effectiveness and put in place strategies for program improvementWork with the finance team for the disbursement of grants to approved grantees and ensure granting is in compliance with granting and evaluation frameworkWork with vendors and consultants to develop and execute key program elements including legal agreements, protected food handling guidelines and evaluation processesMonitor and track all contractual obligations with donor and grantees to ensure project complianceProviding submission of reporting data and support in developing donor reportsWork with the programs and development teams to develop relevant reports related to programs for both staff, network and program partnersPresentations and grant updates to staff and senior management on grant initiatives and outcomesManage timelines related to the national granting programCoordinate internal working groups internal working groups and grant review committeesBe a key team member in developing and managing relationships with the network, program partners by preparing and attending meetings with food banks and provincial associations, partners etc. and ensure timely follow-upProvide webinar training to the network and internal staff regarding online grant opportunities,



processes and proceduresOther duties as assignedWhat You Will NeedCompletion of an undergraduate degree or equivalentMinimum 4 years’ experience in program management at a non-profitProficiency in Microsoft Office applications and exposure to grant software and database systems an assetExperience developing and executing granting programs funded by the Government of Canada is an assetExcellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge and experience of donor reportingStrong budgeting skills and some financial acuityStrong analytical skills and problem solving, customer service and relationship building experienceInitiative, self-starter, ability to work with little supervision who thrives in a face-paced, dynamic environmentBilingualism (English/French) is an assetWorking ConditionsFull-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend workThis position is remote and may be based anywhere in Canada.Salary:$59,535-$74,419Food Banks Canada believes that diversity is the cornerstone of excellence within our team and mirrors the community we serve. We warmly invite candidates of all genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply. Committed to an accessible recruitment journey, Food Banks Canada ensures a barrier-free experience. Should you be approached for a job opportunity, please reach out to [email protected] if you require accommodations.We thank all those who apply but only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.Our recruitment process relies on human review. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, select, or assess candidates.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Grants & Impact Officer (Biodiversity) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Engaged
📍 Winnipeg