administrative manager

Columbia Basin Trust; Castlegar; On-site; CAD 121,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional public benefit organization is seeking a Senior Manager for Delivery of Benefits. This role involves overseeing public programs, managing budgets, and fostering relationships with community stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in public program administration and leadership. The salary is competitive, ranging from $121,000 to $142,200 annually and is based in Castlegar, BC, with required travel to other offices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in managing public programs and leadership roles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of DOB initiatives.
• Develop and monitor program budgets.
• Negotiate agreements and resolve community issues.
• Supervise staff and provide coaching.

Skills

Strategic planning

Public program administration

Policy development

Contract management

Interpersonal communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

Job details

• Location: Castlegar, BC
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $121,000 YEAR annually
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy
• Source: CivicJobs.ca #107529

Columbia Basin Trust Senior Manager, Delivery of Benefits

Columbia Basin Trust is seeking a collaborative and results-driven leader to guide a dedicated team. As a senior manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and reporting on the Trust’s Delivery of Benefits (DOB) sector and program work. This role also involves strategic engagement with key stakeholders, oversight of third-party relationships and providing visionary leadership to a dynamic team within the DOB department.

If you have experience in public program administration, strategic planning, policy development, and relationship-building with local governments, First Nations and community groups, we want to hear from you!

This is a regular, full-time position based out of any of our four offices: Castlegar, Cranbrook, Nakusp or Golden. Travel is required.

The salary range for this position is $121,000 - $142,200. Reporting to the Director, Delivery of Benefits & Special Initiatives, the successful candidate will:

• Lead strategic planning and execution of multiple DOB initiatives and programs
• Develop and monitor program budgets and forecasts
• Negotiate agreements and resolve emergent community issues
• Represent the Trust at public meetings and adjudicate grant applications
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, First Nations, and community groups
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with financial policies
• Conduct research and prepare reports on policy and strategic issues
• Supervise staff, conduct evaluations, and provide coaching and leadership

We are looking for an individual with:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, business, public policy, economics, political science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and lived or professional experience
• A minimum of five years of experience in administering and managing public programs, including substantial leadership experience in a senior role
• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, developing policies, managing contracts and fostering team leadership
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and research skills
• A commitment to collaborative and consultative processes and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively

How to apply: If you have what it takes to fill this challenging and exciting position, please submit a cover letter and resume on our website at https://ourtrust.org/about/careers/ by September 28, 2025.

The Trust respects and values the rich and diverse cultures in the Basin and welcomes applicants from varied backgrounds. The Trust gratefully operates in the unceded, traditional territories of the Ktunaxa, Lheidli T’enneh, Secwépemc, Sinixt and Syilx Nations, with offices in Castlegar, Nakusp, Cranbrook and Golden.

Advertised until

2025-09-28

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