Vice-President, People, Culture and Growth

Canadian Museum for Human Rights; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural institution is seeking a Vice-President, People, Culture and Growth to drive strategic HR initiatives and foster a diverse, inclusive workplace. This role requires strong leadership and experience in managing HR operations. The incumbent will collaborate with the executive team to enhance workplace culture and implement effective HR practices. A post-secondary degree in a relevant field and senior leadership experience are essential. The position offers various benefits and opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Annual membership to the CMHR

In-house discounts

Subsidized transit pass

Health and dental benefits

Opportunities for committees and councils

French-language learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage strategic HR initiatives and organizational culture.
• In-depth HR knowledge and leading practices.
• Senior leadership experience in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations and strategic initiatives to support organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of inclusion and respect within the workplace.
• Provide mentorship and develop HR policies and programs.

Skills

Strategic HR initiatives

Leadership

Organizational development

Change management

Employee relations

Labour relations

Education

Post-secondary degree in human resources or related field

Job description

Vice-President, People, Culture and Growth

85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

At the Museum, we offer a place where our shared values are turned into meaningful action. More than just working in an architecturally significant building, we provide a place where you belong and your career goals can align with your values, every day.

We encourage an open and equitable work environment where different values, skillsets and expertise are celebrated, because we’re stronger together. Our team is made up of talented people who are passionate about what they do and why they do it. By bringing different skills and ideas to the table, we are committed to building a workplace that is representative of the community, and country, in which we live in and are proud to call home.

Here at the Museum, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer opportunities to take part in a variety of family‑friendly benefits, social councils, and other incredible perks, including:

• Annual membership to the CMHR
• In‑house discounts to the Museum Boutique, Boreal Bistro, and Cloud Coffee
• Subsidized pass for Winnipeg Transit
• Health and dental benefits plan and pension plan
• Opportunity to be a part of various committees and councils
• French‑language learning opportunities

And so many more!

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is centered around the idea that respect and understanding of human rights can serve as a positive force for change in the world. The Vice‑President, People, Culture and Growth will support the collective efforts to build a workplace culture that is inclusive, equitable, innovative and focused on inspiring action.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Vice‑President, People, Culture and Growth is responsible for driving strategies that mobilize a healthy, dynamic and empowered workforce, while developing and implementing human resources, planning and training and development programs across the organization. They will act as a critical business partner to the Chief Executive Officer and executive team while providing strategic leadership, direction and oversight for the human capital and organizational development strategies.

The incumbent will be a thoughtful communicator, critical thinker, innovator, and will bring a collaborative approach to their role.

Key responsibilities

Human Resources Operations

• Leads the human resources portfolio and related strategic priorities/initiatives that support the achievement of the CMHR’s strategic priorities.
• Leads the organization’s employee and labour relations, providing guidance on complex, sensitive, and high-risk issues while fostering a culture of fairness, respect, and accountability.
• Collaborates with all leaders to ensure internal and external relationships that advance the CMHR’s goals to develop and strengthen a diverse, inclusive, respectful, empowered and talented workforce.
• Represents the CMHR on select inter-museum committees and task forces and consults with related stakeholders to seek solutions in the areas of human resources management including the efficient and effective allocation of resources, equity, diversity and inclusion, labour relations, health, safety and wellness, and compensation.
• Develops and drives alignment and strategies around HR initiatives, policies, culture and engagement, talent management and retention including performance management and succession planning, organizational structure, leadership training and development, labour and employee relations, occupational health and safety, and compensation initiatives.
• Develops and implements an annual HR business plan and budget, which incorporates an
  accountability framework including strategic initiatives, projects and ongoing services for the CMHR.

Leadership

• Creates a culture that promotes respect, equity, inclusion and innovation, and models anti-racist
  and accountable behaviours.
• Develops and executes strategies to support the CMHR’s strategic objectives and to prioritize new and emerging issues and opportunities that may impact the organization.
• Provides mentorship and coaching using performance-driven strategies focused on growth and
  development.
• Contributes to the development of the CMHR’s strategic plan and coordinates the vision for
  organizational design, including monitoring and reporting on progress via annual corporate and departmental plans.
• Contributes to the development of the CMHR’s annual budget and uses sound judgment and
  strong financial management skills to manage financial resources, with regard to established policies and risk management strategy and protocols.

Corporate Performance and Strategic Planning

• Provides proactive, expert and influential advice in the development and implementation of corporate HR policies and programs that relate to all aspects of effective leadership and the employee experience.
• Designs workplace culture, change management, professional and organizational development
  strategies.
• Oversees strategic planning, evaluation and corporate performance initiatives, including
  government reporting and legal and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications and Experience Needed:

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in a relevant area (e.g., human resources, public administration or related field).
• Demonstrated ability to manage strategic HR initiatives, leadership, organizational development, culture and change management.
• In‑depth technical and practical HR knowledge, organizational development, leading practices, policies, processes and evaluation tools.
• Senior leadership experience within a complex, unionized and multidisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to and demonstrated human rights principles, including respect, equity, inclusion and dignity for all.
• Broad and deep knowledge of talent management, organizational planning, employee relations, labour relations, performance management and succession planning.

How to apply:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé directly to Annette Kohut, Senior Associate, Executive Search at [e-mail] .

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) believes that a diversity of experiences and thought drives innovation and transformation. We are working towards building a workforce that is representative of the community in which we live and that we serve. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and encourage you to identify your employment equity status in your cover letter. The information will be kept confidential.

We encourage you to contact [e-mail] if you require any accommodations as part of the recruitment process, such as alternative formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms, or other adjustments.

Intent / Result of process: An eligibility list of qualified candidates may be created as a result of this process. The list would have a retention schedule of six months.

85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L5, Canada