Director

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability Plan

Health benefits

Dental and vision

Health spending account

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work arrangements

Vacation entitlements

Parental leave

Maternity leave

Adoptive leave

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba seeks a Director to lead complex policies and programs for seniors and long-term care. You will steer initiatives to expand beds, increase direct care hours in facilities, and grow home-based supports while guiding a capable team.

Ideal candidates will show strong policy analysis, change management, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement, with a commitment to equity in public service and supportive work practices.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in public administration, business administration, health or social sciences.
• Experience in seniors, home and community care and long-term care trends.
• Knowledge of policy cycle: analysis, writing, consultation.
• Leadership with strong communication and accountable team development.
• Excellent political acumen and influence abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and monitoring of policies for seniors and long-term care.
• Oversee team implementing Ministers mandate items: beds, direct care hours, home care and community support.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders and manage change initiatives.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and manage program funds.

Skills

Team leadership

Policy analysis

Policy writing

Policy consultation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Change management

Budgeting and forecasting

Political acumen

Education

Undergraduate degree in public administration or related field

Job description

Seniors and Long-Term Care, Seniors and Long-Term Care

Advertisement Number: 45620

Salary(s): P10 $98,310.00 - $124,694.00 per year

Closing Date: September 21, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Preference may be given to internal candidates.

Introduction

Duties:

The Director is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and monitoring of complex and multifaceted policies and projects related to seniors and long-term care. The Director leads the team responsible for the implementation of the Ministers mandate items which include increasing the number of long-term care beds in Manitoba; working towards more direct hours of care for seniors in personal care homes; and, more home care and community-based support so seniors can live independently as long as they feel comfortable.

Qualifications:

• Formal post-secondary education with undergraduate degree in public administration, business administration, health or social sciences, and/or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience in the policy and practice of seniors, home and community care, long-term care and working knowledge of current trends and developments in these areas
• Knowledge of all aspects of the policy cycle, including policy analysis, policy writing, and policy consultation
• Must be a team leader committed and experienced in building team engagement and capacity through establishing and maintaining strong lines of communication, trusting relationships, accountability and employee development
• Experience and ability leading or supervising a team including recruitment, new employee orientation, assigning work, performance management and coaching
• Excellent political acumen skills demonstrated through using knowledge to identify potential impacts and influence decisions
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to write politically sensitive and confidential materials for senior leaders
• Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate to all levels of the organization and to communicate to external stakeholders
• Knowledge of change management principles and experience managing change
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasting, and managing program funds

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.