Program Officer

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Network and collaborate with industry, employers and partners to initiate and develop relationships and partnerships for employment and training initiatives to address labour market needs;
• Actively engage with partners to proactively develop employment & training projects to respond to community labour market needs;
• Provide support to groups, individuals, and employers in preparing employment & training proposals and applications;
• Manage project contract financials by reviewing and reconciling monthly claims and reports, ensuring that service providers operate within budget allocation and align with intended activities;
• Ongoing monitoring of client progress and attendance during employment and training activities, providing support and guidance for retention and success.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Related post-secondary education in social sciences, adult education and training, business administration or management, and a minimum of 2 years directly related work experience;
• Ability delivering, coordinating, and implementing employment-focused training programs;
• Ability to research training and labour market needs;
• Experience developing employment-focused training proposals;
• Experience analyzing financial statements and reports and an understanding of basic financial and accounting practices;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.