Cabinet Engagement Associate

CABINET ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE

ANNUAL SALARY

Starting Salary $50,000

WHO WE ARE
United Way Winnipeg is a century-old movement for community change. We bring people, workplaces, and community organizations together to take collective action on the issues shaping life in Winnipeg today. Through a network of over 125 Agency Partners—and over 20,000 donors, volunteers and community champions—we align generosity, insight, and effort to strengthen the systems our community relies on.

At our core, we believe that everyone belongs, and that the wellbeing of each of us is tied to the wellbeing of all of us. Our role is to help Winnipeg see itself clearly, act together intentionally, and build a community where people are supported, connected, and able to thrive.

Guided by community insight and shared accountability, United Way Winnipeg connects people to purpose and action. We mobilize generosity, steward critical social infrastructure, and create spaces for shared understanding and dialogue. We invest in what works, strengthen what’s needed, and help our community respond to what’s next—together.

Our Mission is to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action. 

Our Vision is a thriving community where everyone can reach their potential. 

We are accountable to the community we serve and the movement we help lead. That means being transparent in how resources are used, intentional in how decisions are made, and inclusive in how people participate. We don’t do this work alone—and we don’t do it for the community. We do it with the community: united, every step of the way.

THE OPPORTUNITY OF THIS ROLE
The Cabinet Engagement Associate is a coordination and relationship-focused role that supports United Way Winnipeg’s campaign leadership ecosystem by maximizing the effectiveness, engagement, and alignment of the Campaign Cabinet and its extended volunteer leadership network.

In this role, you will work closely with the Director, Campaign and Campaign Chair(s) to ensure volunteer leaders are well-prepared, meaningfully engaged, and strategically deployed throughout the campaign cycle. This position plays a key role in supporting leadership effectiveness, strengthening collaboration, and ensuring continuity across campaign leadership transitions.

Grounded in United Way Winnipeg’s approach to collective impact, the Cabinet Engagement Associate helps connect people, leadership, and strategy—supporting a coordinated and aligned campaign that drives meaningful community outcomes.

RESPONSIBILTIES
Campaign Leadership & Cabinet Coordination

• Serve as the primary day-to-day support, and the central coordination point between Campaign Chair(s), Cabinet members, the Director of Campaign, and the CEO, as appropriate
• Support Campaign Chair(s) in preparation, planning, and ongoing engagement, anticipating needs, risks, and opportunities to ensure effective leadership

Cabinet Meeting Planning & Effectiveness

• Support the design and coordination of Campaign Cabinet meetings to ensure are well-structured, purposeful, and aligned with campaign priorities
• Track follow-up actions, commitments, and accountability, and support continuous improvement of meeting effectiveness
• Monitor Cabinet engagement, participation, and contribution across the campaign cycle and provide insight on opportunities to strengthen effectiveness

Leadership Engagement & Strategic Coordination

• Coordinate and track engagement requests involving Campaign Chair(s), President & CEO, and Cabinet members
• Ensure leadership presence is aligned with campaign priorities and deployed effectively.

Past Chair & Advisory Council Engagement

• Serve as the primary staff support to the Past Campaign Chair and Advisory Council of Past Chairs
• Coordinate logistics to ensure ongoing engagement and connection of past Chairs
• Plan and support the Advisory Council events

Campaign Leadership Continuity & Succession Support

• Support chair succession planning, including coordination, preparation, and communication related to selection discussions
• Maintain records, insights, and context to support leadership continuity and alignment between outgoing, current, and incoming Campaign Chair(s)

Internal Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Act as a key partner to the Director of Campaign to identify opportunities for leadership alignment and effectiveness
• Collaborate with internal teams and leadership groups to ensure alignment and coordination across governance and campaign efforts
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems, processes, and leadership engagement practices

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated experience supporting senior leaders, boards, cabinets, or volunteer governance groups
• Strong ability to manage complex relationships and work across multiple stakeholders
• Experience working with volunteers and/or within volunteer-led environments is an asset
• Knowledge of fundraising, corporate social responsibility, community engagement, or non-profit work—gained through education, professional experience, community leadership, lived experience, or independent learning—is an asset
• Experience within the United Way movement as a campaign volunteer, Employee Campaign Chair, agency staff member or volunteer, or through other roles in the movement is considered an asset

BENEFITS
United Way Winnipeg offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career! We offer excellent benefits, including: 

• Company paid Health and Dental Coverage 
• Defined Benefit Pension Package with Company Match 
• Generous Paid Time off and Holiday schedule 
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth 
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements to support work life balance 

HOW TO APPLY
United Way Winnipeg is committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce that reflects the demographics of the communities we serve. Applicants are asked to self-declare.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. Individuals applying for employment with United Way Winnipeg may request accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment from the People & Culture team. All information received as it relates to accommodation will be kept confidential.  

Applicant reviewal will begin on April 30th. This posting will remain open and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.

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