Community Development Manager leading and supporting employees in the Community Development Department. Ensuring ONWA’s vision and objectives are met for Indigenous communities.
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and support a group of employees within the Community Development Department.
Ensure ONWA’s vision, mandate, and objectives are met and aligned with ONWA’s Strategic Plan.
Ensure all programs are implemented and managed according to the program standards and guidelines.
Requirements
Post-secondary diploma/degree in social sciences, health, Indigenous Studies, and/or Women’s Studies with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a Supervisory or Management role.
Minimum 3 (three) years previous work experience in supporting and advocating for Indigenous women, families and communities.
Demonstrated administrative management and project management with the ability to supervise.
Knowledge and experience with Indigenous culture, traditions and ceremony.
Awareness of the recent, historical, and intergenerational trauma that Indigenous women, youth, and their families may have experienced, including the psychological, neurological, physiological, social, and spiritual impacts of trauma.
A demonstrated high level of written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to negotiate with partners and stakeholders to find collaborative solutions for complex issues.
Demonstrated stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish and maintain credible relationships.
Experience with financial planning and reporting.
Working knowledge of Not-for-Profit organization program delivery and experience working with Indigenous governance structures and communities.
Solution oriented with proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong networking skills.
Experience managing and planning conferences, events, and presentations.
Experience with resource review, development, and implementation.
Demonstrated organizational, time management, presentation and facilitation skills.
Ability to follow through on assigned duties independently and within team settings.
Ability prioritize and to meet strict deadlines.
Ability to be flexible, to be creative and to create strength-based solution.
Ability to prioritize programs and activities within budget and time considerations.
Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment.
Ability to travel.
Reliable vehicle, appropriate vehicle insurance coverage and valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license.
Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check.
Valid 1st Aid/CPR.
A cellular phone and internet access is required within this position.
Must be willing and able to work flexible working from home arrangement if required.
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Generous paid vacation time
Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
Additional paid stat and civic holidays
35 hour work week
Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision and EAP. All premiums covered by the employer.
Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
Competitive Retirement Savings Plan up to 16% with organization match pending position
Paid sick days
Paid cultural/personal wellness days
Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
Ongoing professional development.
Possible reimbursement on portion of cell phone and internet expenses
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