We’re excited to share that JDRF Canada is now Breakthrough T1D.
We’re the same organization, with the same mission and determination to realize a world free from type 1 diabetes (T1D) – just with a new name and look that reflects what the T1D community needs now and next.
It’s an exciting time to join Breakthrough T1D as we continue to break barriers to help people better manage the disease and enjoy full, healthy lives. Curing T1D is and always will be our north star and we will not stop until breakthroughs get us to a world free from T1D.
Breakthrough T1D is searching for an experienced fundraising professional for the role of Senior Development Officer, Manitoba.
If you’re a strategic, relationship-driven, and goal-oriented fundraising professional who would like to drive regional fundraising efforts and deepen donor engagement across Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario, please read on to see if this is the right fit for you.

Here’s what your primary responsibilities would be:

• Implement fundraising best practices to achieve and exceed revenue and participation targets for peer-to-peer fundraising events such as Breakthrough T1D Walk and Fundraise Your Way.
• Work closely with local committee members and national support partners to meet fundraising targets and other key metrics for the annual Cocktails for a Cure gala while successfully delivering the event.
• Work closely with the Development Manager, Alberta & Prairies to strategize and execute fundraising plans for assigned region.
• Inspire, motivate, and engage event participants.
• Identify opportunities and develop relationships with key donors, event participants, corporate contacts, volunteers, and influential community members.
• Build relationships with newly diagnosed families, offering resources and sharing information about fundraising events in the region.
• Balance engagement and stewardship activities of current donors and event participants with prospecting and recruitment of new donors and event participants.
• Maintain comprehensive records of participant/donor interactions using a CRM database and other systems.
• Collaborate closely with the corporate partnerships and event experience teams to achieve overall event objectives.
• Participate in and attend special events and community engagement activities to represent Breakthrough T1D and promote Breakthrough T1D’s mission and fundraising goals.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• 2–3 years of fundraising experience, ideally in peer-to-peer events.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Communications, Fundraising, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
• Experience with CRM systems and fundraising platforms is an asset.

Working Style

• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating complex information to diverse audiences.

Other position requirements to note:

• Must be located in the Winnipeg area.
• Flexibility to travel throughout the region (approx. 10%) and attend evening/weekend events.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Salary Range: Anticipated to be $58,000 - $63,000, commensurate with skills and experience level of the selected candidate.
Location Preference: Required in the Winnipeg area to support regional fundraising and community engagement.
Application Deadline: Please submit your resume through our careers website by August 17, 2025.

• Implement fundraising best practices to achieve and exceed revenue and participation targets for peer-to-peer fundraising events such as Breakthrough T1D Walk and Fundraise Your Way.
• Work closely with local committee members and national support partners to meet fundraising targets and other key metrics for the annual Cocktails for a Cure gala while successfully delivering the event.
• Work closely with the Development Manager, Alberta & Prairies to strategize and execute fundraising plans for assigned region.
• Inspire, motivate, and engage event participants.
• Identify opportunities and develop relationships with key donors, event participants, corporate contacts, volunteers, and influential community members.
• Build relationships with newly diagnosed families, offering resources and sharing information about fundraising events in the region.
• Balance engagement and stewardship activities of current donors and event participants with prospecting and recruitment of new donors and event participants.
• Maintain comprehensive records of participant/donor interactions using a CRM database and other systems.
• Collaborate closely with the corporate partnerships and event experience teams to achieve overall event objectives.
• Participate in and attend special events and community engagement activities to represent Breakthrough T1D and promote Breakthrough T1D’s mission and fundraising goals