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How much do program director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for program director in Brandon, MB is $58,029.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,420.00 and $67,538.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a program director?

A program director is an upper-management position found within organizations across almost all industries. Your primary job duties include coordinating, implementing, and overseeing all details of a company’s operation and programs. You monitor the budget, create community programs, supervise other managers, and develop better business practices. The exact job duties vary widely depending on industry and employer. Some program directors oversee the entire organization while others oversee specific departments. Though almost all industries utilize program directors, the two most commonly seen are business and healthcare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a program director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Program Director, you need strong leadership, project management, and strategic planning skills, usually supported by a relevant degree and several years of management experience. Experience with budgeting software, project management tools like Asana or MS Project, and familiarity with compliance standards are often necessary. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution abilities are critical soft skills that set top Program Directors apart. These skills are crucial for aligning teams, driving program success, and ensuring organizational goals are consistently met.

What are some common challenges program directors face when overseeing multiple projects or initiatives?

Program Directors often encounter the challenge of balancing competing priorities across several projects, while ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals. Managing diverse teams, coordinating resources, and addressing unexpected obstacles—such as shifting stakeholder requirements or budget constraints—are common aspects of the role. Effective communication, adaptability, and strong organizational skills are essential for navigating these complexities and ensuring successful program delivery. Collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams is also crucial for resolving issues promptly and maintaining program momentum.

What is the difference between Program Director vs Project Manager?

AspectProgram DirectorProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree; often prefers PMP or similar certificationsRequires a bachelor’s degree; PMP or CAPM certifications are common
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects within a program, strategic focusManages individual projects, tactical focus
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in nonprofits, corporate, government sectors for large initiativesCommon across industries for specific project execution

The Program Director focuses on overseeing multiple related projects to achieve strategic goals, while the Project Manager handles the planning and execution of a single project. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What degree do you need to be a program director?

A program director typically needs at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, management, or a specific industry-related area. Many roles also prefer or require a master's degree or higher, along with experience in leadership, project management, or the specific sector they oversee.
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Infographic showing various Program Director job openings in Brandon, MB as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,029 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Manager, Actuarial Pricing - National Initiatives

Wawanesa Insurance

Wawanesa, MB • Hybrid

CA$130K - CA$160K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job ID: 10209 


Employment Type: Existing Role

Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB; Wawanesa, MB; Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Lethbridge, AB; Toronto (North York), ON; Kitchener, ON; Ottawa, ON; Montreal, QC; Quebec City, QC, Moncton, NB; Dartmouth; NS. 

Working Business Language: English. This role is considered a head-office role and will be required to communicate with internal stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language utilized is English. 
 

Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. 
 

The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $130,000 - $160,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.

About The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company
Founded in 1896, The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company is one of Canada's largest mutual insurers, 100% owned by its members, with more than $4.1 billion in annual revenue and $12.5 billion in assets. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Wawanesa is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance solutions throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, a leading national distributor of personal and business insurance. In March of 2026, Wawanesa entered into an agreement to acquire Everest Insurance Company of Canada to strengthen its commercial insurance capabilities and advance its long-term growth strategy.


Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.8 million members and we are home to more than 3,000 employees across Canada. The company actively gives back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $4 million annually to charitable organizations, including more than $2 million each year in support of people on the front lines of climate change. Learn more at wawanesa.com.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Job Overview

Wawanesa is looking for an exceptional candidate to take on the role of Manager, Actuarial Pricing - National Initiatives within our Pricing Excellence team. The National Initiatives team plays a critical role in shaping Wawanesa's pricing strategy by delivering actionable indication analyses, advancing pricing methodologies, and supporting national pricing initiatives. The team partners closely with Pricing, Product, Claims, Corporate Actuarial, and data teams to influence strategic decisions that impact profitability, growth, and our member experience.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership in development and maintenance of personal lines indications, inclusive of soliciting input from multiple areas of the company.
  • This includes understanding and applying complex internal and external market and business factors and explaining them to a variety of audiences.
  • Provide thought leadership on indication methodology and pricing strategy, influencing key business decisions through data-driven insights and recommendations.
  • Remain up to date on current accepted methodologies and review opportunities for methodology improvements to continuously enhance our process to create best-estimate pricing indications. 
  • Ensure procedures are in place to utilize all valuable data necessary for the indication process and verify its availability, completeness and accuracy.
  • Support the strategic data priorities of the pricing team, collaborating with other data partners such as Data Management to develop solutions.
  • Ensure applicable regulations related to the filing of indications for the auto products are appropriately considered.
  • Collaborate with Personal Pricing and Product teams to coordinate timely and efficient implementation of national projects and initiatives.
  • Support the pricing teams in the implementation of optimized refinements to current pricing algorithms and ratemaking methodologies as appropriate to meet the organizational objectives.
  • Manage performance of direct reports inclusive of providing professional and technical guidance and provide regular performance reviews.
  • Develop and mentor a high-performing team of actuarial professionals by fostering technical excellence, career development, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Play an active role in the interpretation of data and statistical studies in the pricing area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, handling special projects as assigned by Director, Pricing Excellence.
Qualifications
  • Undergraduate university degree in Actuarial Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics or other related field of study.
  • Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society an asset.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with pricing indications and the complexities of the steps in the process to create them.
  • Experience leading complex initiatives that require alignment across multiple teams and business functions.
  • Knowledge of P&C insurance industry and insurance operations in general.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Experience leading, coaching, and developing actuarial professionals.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand context and its impact on all issues.
  • Identifies when something needs to be done and proactively initiates action as required.
  • Adapts to change effectively.
  • Develops and implements comprehensive plans that bridge complex issues and span across time.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and communicate a vision.

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Diversity Equity, Inclusion& Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people - this is supported by having a representative workforce.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. 
 

We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
 

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