Grants Coordinator

Harvest Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Harvest Manitoba is seeking a Grant Coordinator to join the Development Team. The role focuses on prospecting, researching, and securing grants and foundation funding to support our mission of ensuring food security for Manitobans.

Reporting to the VP of Partnership and Development, you will assist with grant writing, compliance, and donor stewardship while collaborating across the organization to maximize funding opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven grant writing experience and fundraising background.
• Strong research and writing skills for compelling proposals.
• Excellent communication with funders and internal teams.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Familiarity with donor management systems and MS Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a strategic grant plan with leadership input.
• Identify and research potential grants and foundation opportunities.
• Write and complete grant applications with relevant teams.
• Prepare proposals to government agencies, foundations, and corporations.
• Manage grant calendar, deadlines, and submission process.

Skills

Grant writing

Fundraising

Research

Communication

Donor management

Education

Post-secondary education in Communications/Nonprofit Management/Business Administration

Tools

MS Office 365

Donor Perfect

Donor database software

Job description

Harvest Manitoba (“Harvest”) is a charitable organization dedicated to nourishingour communities and our sense of community so that no Manitoban goes hungry.We collect and share 13 million pounds of food every year, which is sorted andpacked and distributed to Manitobans through our Community Food Network ofmore than 380 food banks and agencies in Winnipeg, rural, northern and FirstNations communities. Right now, we feed 108,000 Manitobans every month; 49%are children. Our Food Distribution Centre, which includes our Community SupportCentre and Warehouse, is in our Winnipeg headquarters.

Position Summary

Harvest Manitoba is an outstanding place with employees that care greatly about the work that we do and

the people that we work with and serve. We are seeking a Grant Coordinator to join our Development Team

and play a key role in securing funding to support our mission.

Reporting to the VP of Partnership and Development and working with the Fund Development manager, the

Grant Coordinator will support, assist, and collaborate with the Development Team in prospecting,

researching, and securing grants and foundation funding. This role is essential in identifying new funding

opportunities, writing and managing grant applications, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.

If you have a keen eye for detail, strong research and writing skills, and a passion for nonprofit development,

we invite you to apply and contribute to Harvest Manitoba’s impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Alongside the VP of Partnerships and Development design and implement a strategic grant plan that
• Identify and research potential grants and Foundation opportunities through database software and
• Identifying opportunities for funding, write and complete the application with the support of relevant
• Prepare compelling grant proposals to government agencies, foundations, corporations, and other
• Manage grant calendar, track deadlines and the process of applications. Track and manage all grant
• Asist with ongoing communication with funders, including stewardship and impact reporting.
• Proactively identify new donor prospects using external information, data mining and extensive
• Track and report relationship activity including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and

aligns with Harvest Manitoba’s goals, focusing on current funding priorities

other resources, including networking events

teams

funders. Tailor applications to meet each funder's unique requirements.

activities in grant tracking software, ensuring compliance with all grant requirements, including

financial reporting and program impact documentation.

stewardship of prospective and current individual and corporate donors in Donor Perfect.

Vision

Working together

towards a healthier

future for all where no

Manitoban goes

Qualifications & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Communications, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or a
• 3 Years Proven experience in grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit development.
• Strong research, current writing, and communication skills with the ability to create compelling
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and donor management software.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, adhering to ethical
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and grant compliance requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities
• Commitment to Harvest Manitoba’s mission of ensuring food security for all.
• Knowledge of food-security and poverty issues an asset
• Required to have a clear a Criminal Background Check (CRC)
• Required to have a valid MB Class 5 driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle is strongly preferred.

related field is an asset.

proposals.

Knowledge of Donor Perfect would be an assist.

standards in all aspects of work

About You

• A strong belief in the dignity of all human beings and a positive and caring approach.
• A strong team focus, ability to work well with others and an interest in supporting the organization and

its CREW.

Why you should join us

• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a tangible impact in the community.
• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.