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Vancity

Co-ops & Local Economies Program Manager

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Pay: This role offers a salary range of $108,500 to $140,500 per annum.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Experience: 5+ years of experience in program management, community economic development, social finance, co-operative development, partnership management, or a related field
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

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Our Story & Purpose:

We’re Vancity, a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946, our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. We’ve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans, and we’re actively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s Top Employers. If you’re ready to join our team of 2,700 diverse individuals, access competitive rewards and benefits, and be part of a greater movement - apply today!

Your Role in Supporting Our Members:

As a Co-ops & Local Economies Program Manager, you will work closely with senior leadership to advance Vancity’s Co-ops & Local Economies Strategy by creating the conditions for members, businesses, and communities to thrive through stronger local economies, community ownership, and co-operative development. You will build strategic partnerships, generate sector insights, develop innovative initiatives, and identify opportunities that help businesses start, grow, modernize, transition ownership, and keep economic value rooted in community. This role is ideal for a strategic and community-minded professional who is passionate about co-operative development, local economic resilience, partnership building, and creating measurable economic impact.

This is a Full-time, Permanent role based at our Vancity head office and will report directly to the Director, Co-Ops and Local Economy. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands.

How You'll Make an Impact:

Supporting the development and delivery of programs and initiatives that strengthen co-operatives, small businesses, and local economic ecosystems

Developing tools, frameworks, and partnership approaches that help internal teams activate strategy at scale through innovative models and impact capital

Building and managing relationships with co-operatives, sector associations, community organizations, economic development partners, and industry stakeholders

Identifying and activating partnerships that support co-operative growth, local enterprise, community ownership, and wealth recirculation

Connecting internal teams and external partners to advance collaborative initiatives and community-based opportunities

Participating in industry convenings, working groups, and stakeholder forums to identify trends, build relationships, and generate new opportunities

Advancing opportunities that connect co-operative development, community ownership, economic resilience, and local enterprise with Vancity products and services

Conducting research on co-operative development, local economic trends, community wealth-building models, and inclusive business practices

Translating research, stakeholder insights, and market intelligence into practical recommendations, business cases, and financing pathways

Developing compelling storytelling, impact reporting, presentations, and communications materials that demonstrate outcomes and strengthen awareness

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Community Development, Public Policy, Commerce, Urban Studies, Social Enterprise, or a related discipline

5+ years of experience in program management, community economic development, social finance, co-operative development, partnership management, or a related field

Demonstrated experience developing and delivering programs, partnerships, or initiatives that create economic or community impact

Experience building and managing relationships across non-profit organizations, co-operatives, government agencies, financial institutions, and community partners

Strong research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations

Experience developing business cases, presentations, reports, and briefing materials for senior leadership and external stakeholders

Excellent stakeholder engagement, facilitation, communication, and relationship management skills

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously

Extra Skills That Set You Apart:

Experience working within co-operative sectors, social enterprise ecosystems, or community wealth-building initiatives

Experience supporting impact investing, impact capital, economic development, or inclusive business growth programs

Knowledge of small business development, ownership transition, community ownership models, or local economic resilience strategies

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:

Impact-Oriented - You are motivated by creating lasting economic and community benefits.

Relationship-Focused - You build meaningful partnerships and bring diverse stakeholders together around common goals.

Strategic - You connect emerging opportunities with broader organizational and community objectives.

Collaborative - You thrive working across sectors, disciplines, and stakeholder groups.

Curious - You actively seek innovative ideas, insights, and approaches that strengthen local economies and community wealth.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

What You’ll Earn:

This role offers a salary range of $108,500 to $140,500 per annum. The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers

Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs

Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time

Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness

Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from

Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone

Vancity Talent Programs:

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

This role is an open vacancy, and our hiring process is grounded in fairness, transparency, and inclusion. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations or support at any stage of the recruitment process, including the application stage, we encourage you to let us know. We’re here to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality, so you can participate fully in the process.

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Responsibilities

Develop and deliver programs, partnerships, and initiatives that strengthen co-operatives, small businesses, community ownership, and local economies. Research sector trends, build stakeholder relationships, connect internal and external partners, and translate insights into recommendations, financing pathways, and impact communications.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and at least five years of experience in program management, community economic development, social finance, co-operative development, partnership management, or a related field. Candidates should bring experience delivering impactful programs and partnerships, strong research and strategic skills, senior-level reporting and presentation abilities, stakeholder engagement expertise, and project management skills.

Skills

Program Management
Co-operative Development
Community Economic Development
Partnership Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Research and Analysis
Strategic Thinking
Project Management
Facilitation
Communication
Business Case Development
Impact Investing
Impact Capital
Economic Development
Community Ownership
Local Economic Resilience

Benefits

Annual Incentive Program
Flexible Benefits
Vacation
Additional Statutory Holidays
Care Days
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Defined Benefit Pension

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Keywords

Co-operative Development
Local Economies
Community Economic Development
Community Ownership
Community Wealth Building
Economic Resilience
Small Business Development
Social Finance
Impact Investing
Impact Capital
Program Management
Partnership Development
Stakeholder Engagement
Sector Research
Market Intelligence
Business Cases
Financing Pathways
Economic Development
Inclusive Business Practices
Ownership Transition
Project Management
Facilitation
Impact Reporting
Strategic Planning
Financial Services

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