Program Manager

Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care (telemedicine,健康等

Life insurance

On-site parking

Wellness program

20 vacation days

15 wellness days

Benefitsevolve

Job summary

Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke is seeking a Program Manager to lead the full lifecycle of sports and recreation programs across all seasons and age groups.

You will coordinate community partners, manage budgets, registrations, and events, ensure safety and compliance, and foster positive relationships with stakeholders.

This on-site role requires strong leadership, planning, and communication skills and a commitment to Kanien’kéha language initiatives.

Qualifications

• DEC in Community, Recreation and Leadership Training or a Related Field with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• High School Diploma with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads development, implementation and oversight of sports and recreation programs and seasonal activities.
• Manages program budgets, grants, registrations, and expenditures.
• Coordinates event logistics with the GM and facilities team.
• Maintains partnerships with Minor Sports associations and community organizations.
• Ensures safe delivery of programs and adherence to policies and regulations.
• Oversees participant registrations, waivers, and incident reporting.
• Represents the unit at meetings and community events.
• Plans capital and staff resources to support programming.

Skills

Budgeting

Leadership

Project management

Facilitation

Communication

Public speaking

Team leadership

Education

DEC in Community, Recreation and Leadership Training

High School Diploma

Job description

Purpose:

TheProgramManager leads the full lifecycle of both sports and recreation programs across all seasons and age groups for the Sports & Recreation Unit. This role serves as the primary liaison for Minor Sports associations, community recreation partners, and seasonal outdoor programming. The Sports & RecProgramManager is accountable for participation, revenue, and community satisfaction across sports and recreation.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Manages Sports and Recreation Program Operations

• Develops, implements, and oversees sports and recreation programs and seasonal activities to meet community needs. Prepares and manages program budgets, including grant funding, registration revenue, and program expenditures.

• Reviews and authorizes program-related purchases and invoicesin accordance withestablished financial procedures.

• Monitors program expenditures andidentifiesbudget variances, providing recommendations asrequired.

• Managesassociation feeschedules, program registrations, and related financial records.

Coordinates facility and program logistics

• Works with GM to help coordinateeventlogistics, including setup, teardown, timing, equipment, and supplies.

• Works withtheGeneralManager of Facilitiesongroundspreparation and facility conditions.

• Assistsin the planning and coordination of community events,tournamentsand seasonal activities.
  
• Oversees and coordinates community service program within the Sportsand Recreation Unit.

Builds Community Partnerships and Stakeholder Relationships

• Serves as the primary liaison with Minor Sports associations, community organizations, participants, and other stakeholders.

• Responds to inquiries andcommunicatesprogram information, updates, and changes to participants and the community.

• Representsthe Sports and Recreation Unit at meetings, community events, and partnership initiatives.

• Develops andmaintainspositive working relationships with community partners to enhance recreation opportunities.

Promotes Safe and Effective Program Delivery

• Ensures sports and recreation programs are delivered in a safe manner andin accordance withorganizational policies and applicable legislation.

• Coordinates participant registrations, waivers, emergency contact information, and incident reporting.

• Assistsinidentifyingand mitigating risks associated with programs, facilities, andspecial events.

• Ensures staff and volunteers receiveappropriate orientationandrequiredsafety training.

• Promotes safe practices for participants, staff, volunteers, and visitors.

Education & Experience:

• DEC inCommunity, Recreation and Leadership Trainingor a Related Field, plus three (3)yearsrelevant experience.

OR

• High School Diploma, plus five (5)yearsrelevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of allKahnawà:keSRU programs and services.

• Knowledge of MCK policies, programs,administration, and operational procedures.

• Knowledge of the structure and policies of federal, provincial, and Aboriginal organizations.

• Knowledge of strategic and operational planning

• Budgeting skills (projection and monitoring)

• Management skills (supervision and team leadership)

• Project management skills (planning & implementation)

• Facilitation skills (group and interpersonal).

• Strong meeting coordination skills

• Oral presentation and public speaking skills

• Organizational skills (administration and coordination).

• Research skills (analysis and problem solving).

• Communication skills (oral and written).

• Ability to use judgment and take initiative.

• Ability to work independently and with a team.

• Conducts business with internal and external clients in a tactful,discreetand courteous manner.

• Maintains confidentiality.

• Adhere to the MCK Administration Manual-Personnel Policy andKanien’kéhaLanguage initiatives.

• Ability to communicate in theKanien’kéhaand French languages is an asset.

• The willingness to learn theKanien’kéhalanguage.

Working Environment:

• Five-day work week is performed in an office environment.

• Moderate stress due to workload.

• Occasional overtime.

Benefits:

• Organizational events
• Pension
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care (telemedicine, health professionals, etc.)
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Wellness program
• 20 vacation days
• 15 wellness days
• *Benefitsevolve and can be subject to change.