Director of Programs

Association for New Canadians NL; San Juan de Terranova; Presencial; CAD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

RRSP matching

Health, dental, and vision benefits

EFAP

Vacation and paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) in St. John’s, NL, is seeking a Director of Programs to provide organization-wide leadership for program development, funding and financial management, evaluation and strategic initiatives.

The Director will oversee a diverse portfolio of funded programs, lead major funding proposals, guide evaluation and performance measurement, and co-lead strategic initiatives including the housing development portfolio to support ANC’s growth and impact.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (master's degree considered an asset).
• Experience developing and managing major funding proposals and funded initiatives.
• Leadership experience in program management, strategic planning/implementation, and funding development.
• Sound financial management experience including budget development and forecasting.
• Experience leading program evaluation and performance measurement processes.
• Proven ability to build relationships with funders, government and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, supervision and team development skills.
• Knowledge of data management systems and funder platforms; MS 365.
• Experience with affordable housing or infrastructure initiatives is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Provide oversight of the ANC's program portfolio, ensuring programs remain responsive to newcomer needs and funding environments.
• Lead development of major funding proposals, renewals, and cross-organizational initiatives.
• Identify emerging program opportunities and guide new initiatives from concept to evaluation.
• Co-lead organizational strategic planning and support performance measures.
• Strengthen approaches to program evaluation and impact measurement.
• Work with Finance and Program teams to develop budgets and strengthen financial accountability.
• Co-lead the Housing Development Initiative with senior leadership and partners.
• Provide leadership and supervision to assigned team members and foster cross-team collaboration.
• Represent ANC at provincial, regional and national tables and meetings.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Funding development

Program management

Strategic planning

Budget forecasting

Data management

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Herramientas

Microsoft 365

Funders platforms

Descripción del empleo

Job Position: Director of Programs

Reporting To: Executive Director

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: St. John’s

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Director of Programs. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director will provide organization-wide leadership for program development, funding and financial management, evaluation and strategic initiatives.

The Director will oversee a diverse portfolio of funded programs and will work closely with program leaders and senior management to ensure programs are effectively designed, appropriately resourced, compliant with funding requirements and aligned with the ANC's strategic priorities. A key component of this role will involve leading the development of major funding proposals; identifying funding opportunities; strengthening organizational approaches to evaluation and performance measurement; and supporting longer-term organizational planning. The Director will also co-lead selected strategic initiatives, including the ANC's emerging affordable housing portfolio

As a senior member of the leadership team, the Director of Programs will contribute to organizational planning and growth, serve as an ambassador for the organization, and help position ANC for continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of the ANC's program portfolio, ensuring programs remain responsive to newcomer needs, organizational priorities and changing funding environments.
• Lead the development of major funding proposals, program renewals, and new cross-organizational initiatives.
• Identify emerging program opportunities and guide new initiatives from concept and funding through implementation and evaluation.
• Co-lead organizational strategic planning and support the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic priorities and organizational performance measures.
• Strengthen approaches to program evaluation and impact measurement.
• Work closely with the Finance and Program teams to develop budgets, oversee program funding, and strengthen financial accountability across program areas.
• Co-lead the ANC’s Housing Development Initiative, working with senior leadership and external partners to advance planning, partnerships, financing, feasibility assessments and implementation.
• Provide leadership and supervision to assigned team members and support collaboration across program areas.
• Represent ANC at provincial, regional and national tables, conferences and meetings, as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (master's degree considered an asset), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing major funding proposals, Contribution Agreements and funded initiatives.Leadership experience in program management, strategic planning/implementation, and funding development.
• Sound financial management experience, including budget development, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and financial accountability.
• Experience leading program evaluation and performance measurement processes.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with funders, government, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, supervision, coaching, and team development skills.
• Solid working knowledge of data management systems and ease of adapting to various funder platforms along with M365.
• Experience with affordable housing or infrastructure-related initiatives is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Employer RRSP matching program.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Generous vacation and paid leave.
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours when required.
• Valid Class 5 Newfoundland and Labrador driver's licence and reliable access to a personal vehicle.
• Ability to travel locally, provincially, and occasionally nationally as required.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us online at: www.ancnl.ca.