Brandon Area Community Foundation Brandon, Manitoba Full-Time (37.5 hours per week – flexibility required)
About the Brandon Area Community Foundation
The Brandon Area Community Foundation (BACF) is a trusted philanthropic leader dedicated to strengthening our community by connecting donors, community organizations, and charitable initiatives. Through permanent endowment funds and strategic grant making, the Foundation supports long-term community wellbeing.
Position Summary
The Brandon Area Community Foundation is seeking a dynamic, community-focused Executive Director to lead the Foundation’s operations, advance its mission, and strengthen its impact. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and strategic direction of the Foundation.
This role requires a skilled relationship-builder with strong financial acumen, governance experience, and a passion for philanthropy and community development.
Key Responsibilities
- Governance & Board Support
- Financial Management, Risk & Compliance
- Fund Development & Donor Stewardship
- Granting & Community Impact
- Marketing, Communications & Public Relations
- Strategic Planning & Partnerships
- Management & Administration
Qualifications & Competencies
- Proven leadership experience in the nonprofit, charitable, or community sector
- Strong community connections and relationship-building skills
- Demonstrated experience with governance, boards, and committees
- Financial literacy, including the ability to interpret financial statements
- Fund development and donor stewardship experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strategic thinker with strong organizational and management abilities
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage complex responsibilities
- Ability to effectively use social media and digital platforms to enhance communications, promote initiatives, and support community engagement.
- Strong understanding of philanthropy and its role in community wellbeing
Why Join BACF?
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the Brandon area
- Work with a committed Board and engaged community partners
- Meaningful leadership role in community philanthropy
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé outlining their qualifications and interest in the position by February 18, 2026 mail or email to:
Brandon Area Community Foundation:
Executive Director Search Committee Email: careers@bacf.ca
Mail: Box 22096
Brandon, Manitoba
R7A 6Y9
Applications will be reviewed confidentially. Complete Job Description available upon request.