(1 Maternity Leave position, 1 Permanent position)
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Associate Executive Director (AED), the Director of Programming is an innovative and self-motivated individual committed to IRCOM’s mandate of empowering newcomer families to integrate into the wider community through affordable transitional housing, programs and services. The Director has a passion for IRCOM and provides strong leadership to the staff team and the organization as a whole. The Director is responsible for the oversight, development, management, and monitoring of all IRCOM programs within their portfolio, in accordance with the strategic objectives and priorities set out by the organization. As a member of the senior management team, the Director participates in strategic planning and budgeting initiatives in addition to problem solving. She/he works within the guidelines, policies and mission of IRCOM and is accountable and responsible for specific projects as assigned. In addition, this role will act as a steward of the IRCOM values, ensuring a strong commitment and practice of community engagement and development across the teams they support. The Director is firmly committed to social justice and ensuring that all voices are heard; particularly those with lived refugee experience.
Program Planning & Management
Provide oversight, monitoring and support to all program areas within portfolio including program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; financial administration, improvement/maintenance of assets, reporting/data tracking (narrative and statistics) and funder liaising as needed
Responsible for big picture thinking (identify gaps, opportunities for improved sustainability, feasibility, quantity vs. quality, potential partnerships, and internal and external redundancies) and working with staff to ensure a holistic approach to programming
Support and promote a philosophy for IRCOM programming rooted in clear evidence and community-based best practices
Support direct reports to ensure the development of Annual Program Plans and ongoing coordination of ‘knowing our niche’ within programming
Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration to promote innovation and appropriate program linkages
Analyze trends in programming, identifying issues and developing solutions with relevant stakeholders
Work with programs to ensure new and existing programs are responsive to newcomer needs
Support and facilitate positive external partnerships and joint programming through regular engagement and consultation
Overall program trouble shooting, problem solving, and acting as a sounding board for staff
Ensure all safety and health requirements are adhered to for all program areas (i.e. CMAS, Housing, etc.)
Human Resource Planning & Management
In consultation with the ED and AED, responsible for the recruitment, selection, hiring, orientation, coaching, and performance management of staff
Responsible for staffing plans, turn over, succession, coverage, vacation planning, etc. within program areas and in consultation with managers
Provide on-going mentorship and support to direct reports and larger staff team in areas of need
Support staff by providing direction, timely input and feedback including probationary supports, performance evaluations, difficult conversations, progressive discipline, and conflict resolution tools
Work with management team to ensure all staff have relevant professional development and training opportunities and that opportunities are equitable across the organization
Keep abreast of all relevant employment laws and legislation as they relate to IRCOM employees and volunteers
Fundraising, Financial Planning and Management
Based on IRCOM’s Strategic Priorities, program growth, and community needs, work with staff to determine resource needs for specific program areas
Support staff in researching potential funding sources and liaising with new or existing funders
Proactively research/write/edit grant proposals for IRCOM programs assessing fit, meeting criteria and ensuring resource input vs. funding output is appropriate
Assist with meeting funding submission and reporting requirements as needed
Work with the Director of Finance to create user friendly budgets for program areas and to ensure that all grant applications include organizational costs in addition to program costs (i.e. Admin, Program Evaluation, PD, overhead, etc.)
Oversee and monitor program budgets, cash flows, and expenditures within program portfolio
Stewardship
Ensure all programs are aligned with IRCOM policies, strategic priorities, and recommend relevant policies and direction for development to the AED
Anticipate, understand and respond to the needs of the IRCOM community to meet or exceed their expectations within the organization using community consultation and meaningful dialogue
Community Partnerships and Communication
Working in concert with full senior management team, develop and nurture relevant partnerships for IRCOM that are sustainable and realistic
Support the creation of joint programs and enrichment projects with other partner organizations considering relevance to priorities and available human and financial resources
Help IRCOM continue to establish positive relationships in both IRCOM House neighbourhoods
Ensure accountability to all IRCOM tenants by supporting, designing and facilitating participatory, consultative processes which enable community voices to be heard and considered
Liaise with management team with respect to organizational initiatives
Receive, review and compile monthly and/or quarterly activity reports and share highlights/issues with AED
Edit final narrative and financial reports to funders and ensuring they are timely, of the highest quality and meeting all funding guidelines
Represent IRCOM at external presentations or events, when relevant
Perform other duties as requested by the AED
Qualifications
See IRCOM’s statement on working at IRCOM: http://www.ircom.ca/aboutus/employmentopportunities/
Lived experience as a newcomer refugee to Canada is strongly valued
Knowledge of IRCOM’s programs and services is a strong asset
Demonstrated strong commitment to supporting and empowering the newcomer community through previous volunteering/ community involvement is a strong asset
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus a minimum 3 years’ experience in government, community or the not-for-profit sector and/or an equivalent combination of skills and experience
Excellent, proven supervisory and program management skills
Experience in program design, development and administration
Superior written and oral communication skills in English
Proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work
Ability to engage others with her/his enthusiasm and energy
Experience writing successful grant applications and developing positive relationships with funders
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage human resource issues and organizational dynamics
Understanding of cross cultural issues in the context of community integration and newcomer settlement experience
Fiscal management experience/training including budgeting is an asset
Must undergo Criminal Record Check as well as Child Abuse Registry Check
A post-graduate degree or diploma in a relevant field is an asset
Hours of work
This is a full-time position to a maximum of 37.5 hours per week. The Director’s hours will take place predominantly during IRCOM business hours between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday and will require work across sites. However, staff may have to work some evenings and weekends. Other The starting salary for this position is $57,606. Selected candidate must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Submitting an Application
To apply for this position please submit your résumé and cover letter by August, 30, 2017 at 5 pm to:
Ms. Dorota Blumczynska, Executive Director / Dyrektor
Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc.
95 Ellen Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3A 1S8
Email: admin@ircom.ca
Fax: 204 - 943 – 4810
IRCOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Interested applicants can identify themselves as belonging in any of the following groups: women, Indigenous people, refugees, immigrants, visible minorities, persons with a disability or any other groups that are typically under-represented in the workplace.
We thank all who apply. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
