Development Associate jobs in Manitoba

Who We Are

Join us at the First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB), where we support First Nations to strengthen their governance and financial practices. Since our establishment in 2006 under the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, we have been dedicated to providing fully optional tools and services tailored to meet the unique needs of First Nations communities.

As an independent organization governed by a Board of Directors, the FMB is committed to fostering self-determination and financial sustainability. Be a part of our mission to support First Nations in achieving their financial goals and enhancing their administrative capabilities.

Why Apply

• Flexible work hours and a 37.5-hour work week
• Annual salary and potential for an annual bonus
• Generous, employer paid extended benefits, including a Registered Pension Plan with matching contributions
• Above average vacation days, wellness days, and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A talented, diverse, and inclusive team doing transformative work on a national scale
• Remote and hybrid work opportunities available

What You Will Do

• Develop and support learning programs that help employees build skills, confidence, and knowledge in their roles.
• Create practical training materials, resources, workshops, and online learning that are easy to understand and use.
• Work with managers and employees to understand learning needs and identify areas where more training or support is needed.
• Support employees and teams with learning plans, coaching, and career development opportunities.
• Deliver engaging training sessions in different formats, such as workshops, e-learning, coaching, and blended learning.
• Support training program budgets by ensuring that programs are cost-effective and align with the FMB’s goals and budget.
• Support the use of new tools and technology, including AI, by providing training and practical guidance.
• Keep accurate records of employee participation, learning progress, and training outcomes.
• Use feedback and data to measure how well learning programs are working and make improvements where needed.
• Help build an inclusive learning culture that reflects and honours Indigenous values and perspectives.
• Support employee recognition programs that celebrate team members’ contributions and reflect the organization’s values.
• Support employee engagement, recognition, onboarding, orientation, and leadership development programs.
• Stay current on new learning trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve programs.
• Share tools, resources, and best practices that enhance learning knowledge across the organization.

Who You Are

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Communication, Adult Education, Human Resources, or another related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience designing and delivering corporate learning programs.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and how to design effective training programs.
• Direct knowledge or experience identifying training needs, creating training materials, and delivering training sessions is an asset.
• Experience helping organizations adopt new digital tools or AI technology is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to work well with others and communicate clearly, both in person and in writing.
• Experience supporting or delivering leadership development programs is an asset.
• Must have an understanding, awareness, and appreciation of Indigenous culture and history.
• Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices is an asset.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education and training for the role including Indigenous Cultural studies.

What to Expect

FMB aims to keep the recruitment process as open as possible. As such, candidates can expect the following steps:

• Initial phone screen
• Panel interview with 4 FMB members
• References, background check, and a trait assessment
• Offer

FMB is committed to inclusive practices. As such, please email hr@fnfmb.com should you require any accommodations as a candidate or if would like a copy of the full job description.

FMB is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes and celebrates the diversity of all First Nations and people across Canada. We are an inclusive organization that treats all employees equally. As a First Nations Organization, applicants of Indigenous descent will be given preference.