Position Overview

Term: September 9, 2026-March 31, 2027

Hourly wage: $18.00

30 hours/week

Standard work week: Wednesday-Sunday. Some evening work required, with considerable evenings in October and December.

Dalnavert Museum is seeking a Communications and Fundraising Coordinator to work with the Dalnavert Museum Team to implement the museum's communications strategies and to assist in the development and delivery of fundraising initiatives including campaigns and events. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Director to ensure that annual fundraising goals are met. They will also play a critical role in developing and managing external relationships and promoting museum programs through various media channels. This role is an opportunity for a recent graduate seeking to develop experience in the museum sector with a particular focus on communications, fundraising, and marketing.

The successful candidate will also assist with some daily operational duties that will include the occasional delivery of guest services at the reception desk, delivery of tours and programs, and assisting with rentals and other bookings.

Duties and Skills

The primary tasks to be undertaken by the Communications and Fundraising Coordinator are as follows:

• Work with the Museum Services Manager on promoting Dalnavert Museum and seasonal events and programming

• Create and design graphics for events and programs for use on social media, website, and print materials

• Contribute to and maintain the content marketing calendar

• Create digital content monthly for use on the museum’s website and social media

• Assist with development and maintenance of the museum’s website

• Create and distribute monthly e-newsletters and flyers

• Plan and deliver at least three fundraising events with the assistance of the Executive Director.

• Deliver seasonal programming to a variety of audiences, including school groups, families, seniors, new comers, etc.

• Assist with some daily operational duties that will include the occasional delivery of guest services at the reception desk, tours, and assisting with rentals and other bookings.

• Monitor and maintain museum info email and phone line.

• Assist with fundraising, donor development and membership services as necessary. 

Candidates interested in this position should demonstrate the following education, experience and skills:

• Upper-level University or College education in any of the following areas is preferred: Museum Studies, Education, Humanities (History, Canadian Studies, Anthropology, Art History, and Fine Arts), Communication Arts, Marketing, Public Relations, Information Technology, , or demonstrable skills and experience in a relevant professional sphere.

• A high level of experience in developing and delivering museum programming including public and school programs such as tours, workshops and education programs and/or the ability to demonstrate relevant skills/experiences in a related area (project management and delivery etc.)

• A high level of experience in building audiences through outreach, including but not limited to experience with partnerships, membership management, and digital media outreach

• Experience in the use of common design tools, multimedia, and related equipment/software desired (e.g. Website development, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Audio Recording/Editing).

• Experience with popular social media platforms in a professional sphere (including relevant volunteer experience) a requirement and can be demonstrated with sample work; experience with social media as a brand tool an asset.

• Demonstrated interest in Canadian historical perspectives, e.g. social and political history, built heritage, material culture, interpretation and story-telling.

• Computer proficiency, including standard tools such as MS Office.

• Experience in digital photography is an asset.

• Experience in Fundraising and Donor Development is an asset.

• Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential, French and/or additional language skills an asset.

• Excellent oral, communication and organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail, friendly, open to learning, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.

Note: Availability to work all weekends and occasional evenings is a requirement.

Position Overview

Term: September 9, 2026-March 31, 2027

Hourly wage: $18.00

30 hours/week

Standard work week: Wednesday-Sunday. Some evening work required, with considerable evenings in October and December.

Dalnavert Museum is seeking an Exhibit and Programs Coordinator to support in critical exhibit maintenance to ensure the safety and longevity of the museum’s collection and the development and delivery of museum programs. The successful candidate will assist the Collections Registrar in the care and preservation of the museum’s extensive collection as well as assist with artifact rotations and accessioning of new additions to the collection. They will also work with the Executive Director and Museum Services Manager to plan and implement programs that highlight the collection and help make the history of Dalnavert, Winnipeg, and the Victorian era accessible and relevant to our community.

The successful candidate will also assist with daily operational duties that will include the occasional delivery of guest services at the reception desk, delivery of tours and programs, and assisting with rentals and other bookings.

Duties and Skills

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

• Plan and deliver a signature program (or series of programs) that highlights how artifacts can teach us about the past

• Learn the process behind accepting and accessioning artifacts

• Check, record, and analyze daily/monthly temperature and humidity readings

• Implement our Integrated Pest Management program

• Assist in care of heritage rooms and artifacts on a regular basis, including artifact rotations, artifact cleaning and care

• Assist in the ongoing digitization of our collection

• Deliver seasonal and signature programs, tours and workshops.

• Assist with front line visitor services in conjunction with volunteers, as required

Candidates interested in this position should demonstrate the following education, experience and skills:

• Upper-level University or College education in any of the following areas is preferred: Collections Management, Education, Museum Studies, Humanities (History, Canadian Studies, Political Science, Anthropology, Art History, and Fine Arts)

• Demonstrated interest in Canadian historical perspectives is an asset: e.g., social and political history, built heritage, material culture, interpretation and story-telling, immigration, reconciliation

• A high level of experience working with artifacts, collections management software, and digital photography

• Demonstrated experience with planning of programs or events

• Physical dexterity to handle collection artifacts by hand

• Excellent research and writing skills, including experience with communicating complex topics in relatable ways

• Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential, French and/or additional language skills an asset.

• Excellent oral, communication and organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail, friendly, open to learning, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.

• Availability to work all weekends and occasional evenings required.