Manager of Centre Operations

MMF; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pension plan

Vacation leave

Job summary

Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) in Winnipeg, MB seeks a full-time Manager of Centre Operations to lead the Infinity Women Secretariat Child Care Centre. You will ensure safe, compliant, high-quality childcare in a culturally grounded setting while managing operations and ELCC projects.

The role requires an ECE III Diploma and at least five years of ELCC leadership experience, with strong budgeting, reporting, and Microsoft Office proficiency. Travel and driver's license are expected.

Qualifications

• ECE III Diploma required; equivalents may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive ELCC leadership/management experience.
• Experience overseeing licensed childcare centres and supervising staff.
• Strong knowledge of Manitoba ELCC licensing, regulations, and compliance processes.
• Budgeting and record-keeping experience; proposals experience is an asset.
• Strong written communication skills; ability to present reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall operational leadership and oversight for Infinity Women Secretariat Child Care Centre’s operations.
• Coordinate the Centre’s operations and ELCC projects in a cost-effective manner.
• Monitor operations through meetings, reporting, and site visits.
• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures to maximize operating efficiencies.
• Ensure consistent implementation of IWS policies and standards across the Centre.
• Identify operational concerns and ensure appropriate follow-up and resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Reporting

MS Office

Travel

Education

ECE III Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) is a non-profit organization that connects Red River Métis women, girls, 2SLGBTQ+ members throughout the Province of Manitoba and beyond, with a mandate to promote, empower, and enhance their well-being. Incorporated on April 23, 2013, IWS has become well known in our Red River Métis communities and remains a proud affiliate of the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis.

The IWS seeks to fill one full-time Manager of Centre Operationsposition located at 150 Henry Avenue in Winnipeg, MB. The Manager of Centre Operations provides operational leadership and oversight to ensure Infinity Women Secretariat Child Care Centre’s operate safely, effectively, and in compliance with provincial ELCC licensing requirements, legislation, regulations, IWS policies, and approved budgets, while supporting high-quality, culturally grounded Red River Métis early learning and childcare.

• Provide overall operational leadership and oversight for Infinity Women Secretariat Child Care Centre’s;
• Coordinate the operations of the Centre’s and ELCC projects in an efficient and cost-effective manner;
• Monitor Center operations and performance through regular meetings, reporting, and site visits;
• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies;
• Ensure consistent implementation of IWS policies, procedures, and operational standards across Centre’s;
• Identify operational concerns and ensure appropriate follow-up and resolution.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Educator (ECE) III Diploma required. Equivalent education and experience/training may be considered where the ECE III requirement is otherwise met;
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC), including significant leadership, supervisory, or management responsibilities;
• Demonstrated experience overseeing the operations of one or more licensed childcare centres or programs, including supervising and supporting Centre Directors, educators, and other ELCC staff;
• Strong knowledge of Manitoba ELCC licensing requirements, applicable legislation and regulations, and compliance processes;
• Knowledge of budgeting and record keeping. Experience preparing funding proposals and using project management tools is considered an asset;
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present reports;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check required; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.