We’re Vancity, a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946, our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. We’ve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all our mortgages and loans, and we’re actively pursuing strategies in affordable housing, Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

These impact strategies are supported by Vancity’s Shared Success program, through which we return 30% of our net profits back to our members and to community. As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s Top Employers.Community Investment Lead, you will support a portfolio made up of Vancity branches, lines of business, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Reconciliation team, and Office of the CEO to evaluate, deliver and activate grants that create meaningful community impact. You will work closely with branch managers, colleagues and potential grant recipients to turn community needs into fundable initiatives, build strong partnerships and strengthen Vancity’s presence in community.

You will bring sound judgment, provide evidence-based recommendations, and use insights from grant partnerships to continuously strengthen Shared Success deployment.Full-time, Permanent partially remote Manager, Community Investment. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands. While the role is based in the Lower Mainland of BC, some travel outside the region will be required.branches and assigned lines of business to intake, review and strategically deploy Shared Success funding, activate community partnerships and advance business development opportunitiesDeveloping written guidance, training presentations, facilitated discussions and coaching opportunities that build grant-making and partnership activation capabilityIdentifying potential community partners and initiatives that may develop into longer-term strategic relationships, assessing risks, trade-offs, scalability and alignment with organizational prioritiesLeading the application and implementation of partnership and funding processes across diverse stakeholder groups,



tailoring approaches to local circumstances and coordinating decisions and dependenciesTranslating community needs into fundable initiatives and on-the-ground impact by partnering directly with branch managers, lines of business and community stakeholdersSurfacing insights and learning to Impact Strategy and other stakeholders to strengthen strategy, portfolio development and continuous improvement across Shared Success deploymentContributing to program development and evaluation by synthesizing qualitative and quantitative evidence, identifying emerging patterns, risks and systemic gaps, and recommending scalable improvementsDeveloping and sharing compelling impact stories for internal and external audiences while balancing reputational, privacy and stakeholder considerationsWhat You’ll Bring to the Team:Post-secondary diploma or degree, or equivalent in a related field.Demonstrated experience supporting community investment, grant-making, community partnerships, social impact programs or related workStrong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex opportunities, evaluate risks and trade-offs, and develop evidence-based recommendationsExperience building cooperative relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and translating community needs into actionable initiativesStrong written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing guidance, presentations, learning materials or facilitated discussionsAbility to synthesize qualitative and quantitative information, identify patterns and systemic gaps, and translate insights into practical improvementsProven ability to independently coordinate complex initiatives, navigate ambiguity and resolve issues while escalating material matters appropriatelyExtra Skills That Set You Apart:Experience working with community granting, funding programs or partnership portfoliosExperience working in a financial institution and/or branch environmentExperience designing or improving scalable processes,



tools and implementation practicesExperience developing impact-focused stories or communications for internal and external audiencesKnowledge in the areas of affordable housing, financial inclusion, diversity, equity and inclusion, Reconciliation, climate action, and/or co-operatives and impact businesses.You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:Community-focused – You build meaningful relationships and keep community needs and sustainable impact at the centre of your work.You are comfortable navigating complexity, weighing risks and trade-offs, and turning evidence into thoughtful recommendations.The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities.

Living Wage Employer : We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers.Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.Generous Vacation : New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time.Extra Stat Holidays : In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness.Immediate Health Coverage : Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from.Defined Benefit Pension : Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.Vancity Talent Programs:Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). At Vancity we’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace to help our people and communities thrive and prosper.

Diversity in our workforce is integral so that we can truly represent, understand and respond to our community needs and deliver on our member experience.This role is an open vacancy, and our hiring process is grounded in fairness, transparency, and inclusion.

📌 Community Investment Lead (Winnipeg)
🏢 Vancouver City Savings Credit Union
📍 Winnipeg