Vice-President Culture

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…