Assessment Consultant – Western Canada (primarily Manitoba)

Purpose
The Assessment Consultant is responsible for working directly with Service Providing
Organizations (SPOs) and funders to assess, support, and strengthen Care for Newcomer
Children (CNC) programs. The role focuses on risk assessment, quality improvement, compliance,
and capacity building to ensure safe, high-quality, and standards-aligned child care services.

Key Responsibilities
Program Assessment and Quality Improvement
● Conduct assessments of assigned CNC programs to identify potential risks to children’s
health, safety, and well-being.
● Collaborate with CNC program staff to develop and implement strategies that address
identified risks and strengthen program quality.
● Work with SPOs and funders to ensure compliance with national CNC standards
following assessments.
● Prepare and submit clear, accurate, and timely reports summarizing assessment findings
and recommendations.
● Document all interactions and findings throughout the assessment process in
accordance with organizational protocols.
● Provide ongoing support to CNC programs throughout the year, as requested by
stakeholders.
● Coordinate and monitor the implementation of action plans, ensuring activities,
timelines, and deliverables meet funding and compliance requirements.

Advisory, Capacity Building, and Research
● Work with stakeholder organizations to support the planning, implementation, and
development of programs and services grounded in early childhood development and
learning principles.
● Contribute to the development and monitoring of strategic and operational plans,
ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
● Conduct ongoing research to maintain current knowledge of risks, risk management
practices, and emerging best practices, informing program assessments and
recommendations.
● Present and facilitate workshops and training sessions as required to enhance program
capacity and understanding.

Leadership and Communication
● Communicate with authority in a supportive, balanced, and professional manner.
● Observe, investigate, and document consistently, fairly, and objectively.
● Provide accurate advice and information based on relevant requirements and standards.
● Investigate and clarify issues, concerns, and complaints; make clear, constructive
recommendations and explain them in a way that promotes understanding.
● Plan and prioritize work effectively to ensure efficient use of time, budget, and resources
within established constraints.
● Collaborate as part of a team to maintain accountability and national quality standards.
● Demonstrate willingness and ability to travel to other provinces as required.

This description of duties and responsibilities is intended to indicate the general nature and level
of work required for this position. It does not limit or exclude other duties that may be assigned.