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Manager of Youth Programs


Full Time (40 hours per week)

We are Community Leaders:

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community-based, Indigenous-led human services organization that provides a range of Indigenous-identified programs and services that focus on the wholeness, wellness, and building on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous People.

About the Role:

The Manager of Youth Programs is a key member of the Operational Team and will report to the Executive Director and the Director of Programs and Services.  You will provide leadership in areas of planning, budgeting, implementation, delivery and evaluation of Youth and Education initiatives.  As a seasoned, dynamic, creative and self-motivated professional, you thrive on providing people and community-centered services and managing quality programs.  You will foster and maintain multiple stakeholder relationships, serve as direct management for Youth programming, and work in collaboration with the Operational team to provide leadership, coaching and resources.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Program Administration — Responsible for all facets of program management and implementation, including planning, budgeting, evaluation and reporting;
  • Management of Program Staff — Provide appropriate training for program staff on program goals, objectives, activities and procedures;
  • Operational Team Participation — Responsible for active participation and leadership in organization management functions and decision-making processes;
  • Leadership — Prepare presentations, briefing notes, and progress reports for Executive Director, Associate Executive Director, Council, Advisory Committee and funding bodies as required; Prepare monthly, mid-term reports and annual reports or as required;
  • Program Planning and Service Coordination — Develop and implement operational directives and work plans; Identify and create programming opportunities pertaining to Indigenous community-centered care;
  • Program Reporting and Licensing — Responsible for ensuring all licensing standards are met and compliance regulations are identified and maintained;
  • Human Resource Management — Participate in the recruitment, selection, maintenance and professional development of a competent staff team with clear delegation of responsibility and accountability;
  • Financial Management — Responsible for the development, management, and implementation of multiple program-based budgets based on a strategic financial plan; Develop a program-based budget which accurately reflects service priorities, program deliverables, and staffing requirements;
  • Community Liaison — Work collaboratively with government officials and related community service organizations to achieve organizational and program goals to build strong relations; Establish effective and robust working relationships with community partners directly involved in program delivery.

Who You Are:

  • As the Manager of GBV Prevention Programs, you are:
  • Innovative — Able to think outside the box in order to develop creative and new solutions and supports
  • Accountable — Taking ownership of personal and employee workload, meets deadlines, excellent attendance, responsibility
  • Proficient in Project and Resource Management — Able to execute goals and program deliverables, fiscally responsible, skilled in project budgets and timelines and work plans
  • A Strategic Thinker — Analyze, recommend and interpret strategic directions, vision, mandate, values, and overall organizational objectives
  • A Great Coach — Able to identify employee strengths and areas of growth, provide clear direction and thoughtful guidance, and maintain structured performance management
  • A Strong Collaborator — Provide, foster, and maintain a culturally, psychologically and gender-inclusive safe space to share ideas, brainstorm, provide feedback, and ensure high engagement and strong, trusting relationships are built
  • Self-Aware and Reflexive — Accurately assess yourself, including your strengths and weaknesses, remain open to new information or ideas, and focus on continual growth and improvement

You Have:

  • Post-Secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • 2-3 years of direct management or supervisory experience;
  • Experience in non-profit programming and development;
  • Ability to manage programs inclusive of planning, administration, staffing, and reporting;
  • Cultural proficiency and understanding;
  • Leadership skills, including Crisis Management and trauma informed care;
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret detailed reports, budgets, funding agreements and prepare and/or review draft communications;
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel, Outlook and social media platforms;
  • A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including sound judgment and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

We are Proud to Offer:

  • Competitive Salaries and Comprehensive Benefits, including Health and Dental
  • Tax-Exempt Status, if applicable
  • Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
  • Employer-contributed RRSP (up to 5% match)
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program with Consult + and Telus Health
  • Cultural Ways of Being: Mino Pimatisiwin Sexual Wellness Lodge, Knowledge Keepers and Kookums, medicine picking, sweats, ceremony, and smudging
  • 12 Wellness Days, in addition to Vacation Days for full-time employees
  • Work-life balance and casual dress
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Free on-site parking
  • Social Planning Committee which facilitates employee appreciation and wellness events

To Apply:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this posting, and your salary expectations. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Candidates are required to provide a current (within the past 6 months) Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and a driver’s abstract prior to starting this position.

Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity; candidates are strongly encouraged to self-declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.

Please forward your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resource Specialist

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.

101-1065 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8

Email: careers@kanikanichihk.ca

Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

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