Director

Job Duties/Competencies:
• Development and implementation of programs intended to achieve the strategic plans and priorities set by the IWS Spokeswoman and MMF Cabinet including mechanisms for evaluation of such action plans;
• Overall administrative, financial and program management of the IWS, including budget creation and direct supervision of administrative staff;
• Maintain current issues and priorities important to the IWS through a review of materials and development of briefing notes;
• Development and management of meetings between the IWS, internal offices, MMF Locals, colleagues, government officials, and other interested parties, including the management of correspondence for the IWS;
• Manage the financial and physical resources and coordinate the development of plans to meet the changing needs of Red River Métis Women and communities in relation to the program and services offered.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field of study;
• Previous experience in a leadership role with emphasis in management and human resource practices, communications, and marketing;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated organizational, financial, and administrative management skills;
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff;
• Demonstrated ability to prepare budgets and read financial statements;
• Knowledge of 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.