An exciting career opportunity is available at WFCU for a talented individual looking to advance their career with a growing organization. WFCU is recruiting for a:
Manager, Community Investment
The Manager, Community Investment, is responsible for the strategic leadership, planning, measurement and governance of WFCU’s Community Investment program across Ontario. In this role, you will have responsibility for community investment activities, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, business development priorities, brand strategy and community impact goals. You will be accountable for measuring and communicating the value, reach, and impact of community investments while strengthening WFCU’s reputation and presence within the communities it serves.
The Manager, Community Investment reporting to the Director, Marketing, will:
· oversee the development and implementation of the annual strategic plan
· develop and manage key community partnerships
· provide market and consumer intelligence
· evaluate sponsorship opportunities
· maintain community investment budgets
The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· community investment strategy and planning
· community partnerships and relationship management
· sponsorship, donations and scholarship management
· business development integration
· reporting and governance
· community impact storytelling and content planning
· leadership and team management
· community representation at a variety of events, partnership meetings, etc.
To be successful in this role, candidates must possess the following skills and qualifications:
· post-secondary education or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Community Development or a related discipline
· minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in community investment, sponsorship management, stakeholder relations, marketing, communications, business development or a related field.
· demonstrated experience developing and executing strategic community engagement programs
· experience managing budgets, contracts, partnerships and performance frameworks
· strong strategic planning and analytical capabilities
· exceptional relationship building and stakeholder management skills
· strong business acumen with the ability to connect community investment initiatives to organizational objectives
· excellent written, verbal, presentation and communication skills
· strong project management and organizational abilities
· experience evaluating sponsorship opportunities as well as measuring return on investment
· ability to interpret market and community intelligence to support strategic decision making
· proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and reporting tools
· ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
· flexibility for hours of work including evenings and weekends
Are you ready to make an impact? Share why you’d be a great addition to our WFCU team.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications may be sent to the attention of:
Jennifer Bradie
Senior Director, Human Resources
[email protected]
WFCU Credit Union will accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities through our recruitment process as we are made aware of these requests. The accommodation will be based on the individual needs of the job candidate.
Working at WFCU Credit Union
For the seventh consecutive year, WFCU Credit Union has been certified as a Great Place to Work®, as well as repeatedly been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada™. Joining WFCU means you will be part of a team committed to providing members with a high level of service, while also supporting the communities we serve to be the best places to live and work.
As an employee of WFCU, you'll have the opportunity to work in a positive, goal-driven, and professional environment. Our award-winning HR philosophy to "hire the best, treat them well, and see them stay" is a point of pride and a key factor in our employees' success and WFCU’s success.
We seek the best and brightest professionals and provide them with ample opportunity for advancement. Our industry-leading compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and training programs, plus a fantastic wellness program with several distinctive perks. A few highlights include:
- An annual monetary benefit equivalent to a percentage of an employee’s salary intended to enhance physical and mental well-being. This can be used towards a vacation package, spa services, gaming equipment, and more!
- Discounts on WFCU’s financial products and services, including a $10,000 Line of Credit at 0% interest.
- A bank of up to 10 annual personal days, as well as 13+ paid holidays.
- A voluntary RRSP matching program at 6% of an employee’s annual salary.
Experience our Employee Advantage Program which demonstrates our unmatched commitment to opportunities for professional and self-development, employee wellness, competitive compensation, and a culture of celebration!
About WFCU
WFCU is a leading, progressive financial institution headquartered in Windsor, Ontario since 1940. Proudly serving families, community organizations, small businesses, commercial entities, and public institutions for over 85 years, WFCU is Ontario’s 6th largest credit union and among the top 20 largest credit unions in Canada. WFCU ended its fourth quarter with $6.07 Billion in total assets.
Together with its retail divisions, Rapport, ECU, and Health Care, WFCU now operates 21 branches across Ontario from Thunder Bay to Kingston, Toronto to Windsor, and numerous communities in between. WFCU’s 84,000+ members can bank anytime, anywhere through a variety of service channels, including online and mobile banking, live telephone banking, and ATM services.
Pay: $72,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
