Manager, Community Partnerships

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine etablierte öffentliche Institution sucht einen Manager für Gemeinschaftspartnerschaften, um Programme zu entwickeln, die älteren Menschen helfen, in ihren Gemeinden gut zu altern. In dieser spannenden Rolle werden Sie die Verantwortung für die Leitung eines Teams übernehmen, das mit verschiedenen Partnern zusammenarbeitet, um soziale Vernetzung und bürgerschaftliches Engagement zu fördern. Sie werden in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten, in dem Vielfalt und Innovation geschätzt werden. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Verbesserung der Lebensqualität älterer Menschen haben und über starke Führungsqualitäten verfügen, könnte dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie sein.

Benefits

Positive Arbeitsplatzkultur

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Führung und Mentoring-Programme

Qualifications

• 4 Jahre relevante Managementerfahrung.
• Verständnis der Kompetenzen, die für diese Rolle erforderlich sind.

Responsibilities

• Leitung der Entwicklung von Programmen zur Unterstützung älterer Menschen.
• Zusammenarbeit mit Partnern zur Förderung sozialer Vernetzung.

Skills

Schriftliche Kommunikation

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Beziehungsmanagement

Kreatives Denken

Education

Universitätsabschluss in einem verwandten Bereich

Abschlussgrad (Präferenz)

Tools

Projektmanagement-Software

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Job Information
Job Title: Manager, Community Partnerships
Job Requisition ID: 70793
Ministry: Seniors, Community Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: May 22, 2025
Classification: Manager Zone 2
Salary: ($3,339.00) to ($4,493.32) bi-weekly ($87,148- $117,275/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx .

Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families and communities,and helps Albertans access disability services, continuing care, financial supports, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. This ministry supports Albertans through a person-centred, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. The ministry also provides oversight for the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee.

For more information on the work of our Ministry, please visit:

The Seniors Strategic Planning Branch (within Seniors Division) promotes programs, policies, and initiatives to address social isolation, elder abuse, older workers, ageism, transportation needs, and aging well in community for older Albertans. In addition, the division is responsible for community-based seniors serving sector development, administering community grants, supporting collaboration with stakeholders, and providing input on cross-ministry policies and programs to support seniors from a government wide perspective.

Reporting to the Director, Community Partnerships and Programs, the Manager of Community Partnerships will be responsible for the team’s role in the development of multiple projects and work streams with cross-ministry, inter-provincial, and community-based partners. The team will foster social connectedness, civic engagement, and advancing system integration with areas such as health, housing and the disability sector.

The Manager of Community Partnerships will be responsible for collaborating and information-sharing across sector-partners and organizations. As part of the branch management team, the Manager participates in the planning and reporting for the branch. The Manager leads unit operations and works collaboratively with leaders across the branch and division to advance the goals and priorities of the division.

The Manager will:

• Provide leadership for significant provincial program and policy initiatives related to supporting seniros to age well in their communities.
• Manage a team that is responsible for fostering networks in the community and partnering with key stakeholders in the delivery of seniors services, evaluating reports and developing briefings and grant administration.
• Set direction, review, and approve a variety of draft documents created by the team
• Present integrated updates, briefings, and intelligence to senior and executive leaders and government officials accompanied by critical analysis
• Promote collaboration, linkages, and information sharing across branch units and across departments to facilitate and harmonize resource utilization and alignment with GoA priorities (e.g., aligned policy directions).
• Pro-actively participate with Healthy Aging Alberta in the co-development of provincial programs and work strategically to build a cohesive and coordinated civil sector.

As the successful candidate, you will have:

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Creative, innovative and flexible solutions-focussed thinking
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

The following competencies will support your success in this role:

• Systems Thinking
• Creative Problem Solving
• Agility
• Drive for Results
• Develop Networks

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field plus 4 years of progressively responsible related managerial experience.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Assets
Preference will be given to the candidate with the following assets and knowledge:

• Graduate Degree
• Demonstrable knowledge of key trends and issues related to seniors and the aging population across Alberta
• Experience working with collective impact models and co-created approaches as paths to achieve common outcomes
• Project Management experience or certification, such as PMP, etc.
• Experience in a role that requires political acumen
• Knowledge of strategic and business planning processes
• Knowledge of principles and approaches related to human and financial resource management.

Notes

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday

This position is located at the 44 Capital Boulevard building (10044 108 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S7)

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Nadine Uwimana [e-mail]