Program Manager

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Organize programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the department;
• Develop new programs to support the strategic plan of the department;
• Create and manage long-term goals;
• Develop a budget and operating plan for all programs;
• Ensure goals are met in areas including citizen satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance;
• Develop an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement;
• Write program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of services;
• Produce accurate and timely reports of program statuses throughout life cycle;
• Manage a team with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities;
• Promote Metis Veterans programs and services, communicate policies, procedures and guidelines to clients and the public.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field of study;
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in developing and managing programs;
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff;
• Strong judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.