Senior Information System Analyst at The Winnipeg Foundation

The Winnipeg Foundation is For Good. Forever. We help people give back to our shared community by connecting generous donors with causes they care about For Good. We are an endowment-based public foundation, so gifts are pooled and invested, and the annual earnings are distributed back to the community Forever. Formed in 1921, we are proud to be the first community foundation in Canada. Our vision is ‘a Winnipeg where community life flourishes for all.’

The Foundation is committed to promoting work-life balance and diversity, both within the organization and in its community work.

We are currently recruiting for the role of

Senior Information System Analyst (Permanent – Full-time)

Our Values

• Trust

• Generosity

• Equity

• Transformation

• Responsiveness

Our Core Competencies

• Relationship Building

• Managing Healthy Conflict

• Adaptability

• Critical Thinking and Decision Making

The Role:

The Senior Information Systems Analyst acts as a vital link between end users, IM&C, and vendor support teams, bridging strategic and operational efforts. This role encompasses various responsibilities, including application support, business analysis, process design, system configuration, and project management. The analyst will spearhead initiatives to implement and enhance application software platforms like the Grants Management System, Customer Relationship Management, and Enterprise Resource Planning, all while ensuring these efforts align with organizational goals, meet security standards, and address user needs. Additionally, this position will play a key role in shaping and refining the services and processes of the Information Management & Cybersecurity department.

Core Areas of Responsibility:

System Management

• Utilize ticketing systems and knowledge bases to track, manage, and resolve support requests efficiently.
• Collaborate with other Information Management & Cybersecurity department’s services and processes.
• Configure systems, including workflows, permissions, and forms
• Manage application onboarding and decommissioning
• Liaise with vendor support teams to resolve issues and implement updates

Business Analysis & Process Design

• Gather and analyze business requirements from stakeholders
• Design and document current and future state workflows
• Translate business needs into functional and technical specifications
• Support integration between applications to enable seamless data flow

Documentation & Training

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of support documentation and FAQs to enhance self-service resources
• Deliver application/system training sessions to end users with varying levels of digital literacy
• Maintain documentation for system configurations and process changes

Project Management

• Lead or support the Information Management & Cybersecurity department’s services and processes.
• Lead business projects related to application implementation and enhancement
• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communications
• Monitor project progress, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes
• Support change management and post-implementation reviews

Governance & Collaboration

• Ensure application configurations align with cybersecurity and data governance standards
• Provide feedback to leadership on system performance and user needs
• Participate in internal committees and cross-functional projects

About You: If your background differs from the one listed below, please explain in your cover letter why you would be a good fit.

Experience, Education, and Credentials

• Diploma or degree in business analysis, information systems, or related field
• 5–7 years of experience in application support, business analysis, or system configuration
• Experience with configurable platforms
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Experience managing or coordinating projects

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit or public sector environments
• Familiarity with data governance and cybersecurity principles
• Certifications such as CBAP, ITIL, PMP, or BPMN are an asset

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong process mapping skills
• Working knowledge of workflow design
• Strong project planning and coordination skills
• Ability to translate technical data for audiences with varying digital literacy
• Strong problem-solving capability
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to collaborate
• Ability to provide constructive feedback
• Flexibility in thinking and operating style
• Strong active listening skills
• Patience when dealing with others
• Sensitivity toward the preferences and wishes of others
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed, with little advance notice
• Great Interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

• Starting salary in the range of $64,000 - $79,900
• A comprehensive benefit package, including health and dental benefits
• A Health Spending Account
• Access to Consult + (Virtual Doctor Service)
• EFAP program available to employees and family members
• Pension program starting at six months of employment
• Vacation starts at three weeks per year
• Eco-pass program (half-cost bus pass)
• Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up
• Professional Development opportunities

Applications, including a resume and a cover letter, should be submitted by November 18, 2025. All applications must be submitted at https://careers.risepeople.com/the- winnipeg-foundation/en.

Please note that applicants who do not fully meet all the essential requirements are also encouraged to submit their applications for consideration for this position. We firmly believe in the potential of diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences to enrich our team and contribute to The Foundation's overall success.

The Recruitment Process

As part of The Foundation's commitment to being transparent, the following are the stages of our recruitment process:

· Job posting (2 weeks in circulation)

· Phone screening (conducted after the closing date; duration: 2 weeks)

· First in-person interview (conducted within 2 weeks after phone screening interviews)

· Second in-person interview (within 2 weeks after the first interview)

· Start date: January 2026

During the recruitment process, prospective candidates will be expected to provide specific examples of situations where they have demonstrated The Foundation's values and core competencies.

The Winnipeg Foundation is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If you are contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require any accommodations.

Note: If you would like to discuss an accommodation or have difficulty submitting your application via the portal, please email [email protected] for support.