SEED Manager

Guelph CHC; Guelph; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health centre is seeking a SEED Manager to lead their food access and social enterprise program. This role involves strategic oversight, financial management, and community engagement. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in program management, financial skills, and a commitment to equity and food justice. Strong leadership abilities are essential as you'll oversee a diverse portfolio and ensure alignment with organizational goals. This position is based in Guelph, Ontario, working 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program management and operations.
• Strong financial management skills and budgeting experience.
• Demonstrated people leadership and Human Resource management skills.
• Experience with grants applications and reporting requirements.
• Strong systems thinking and community engagement.
• Commitment to equity and food justice.

Responsibilities

• Lead The SEED in alignment with GCHC’s strategic plan.
• Ensure strong financial oversight and budget management.
• Contribute to grant strategy and lead fundraising efforts.
• Provide HR leadership for The SEED including recruitment.
• Develop and implement Communications and Marketing Plans.

Skills

Program management

Financial management

Human Resource management

Grant writing

Fundraising

Community engagement

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

PROGRAM AREA: Community Development - the SEED

Employment Status: 18 months

Hours/Week: 35 hours per week

What We Live By

• Our Vision: A community without barriers to health and wellbeing.
• Our Mission: We work with our community to promote and sustain health and wellbeing for all.
• Our Values: Compassion, Social Justice, Courage, Integrity, Adaptability.

Guelph Community Health Centre prioritizes people who face barriers to health and accessing services, and people who identify as:

• Homeless or at risk of homelessness
• Living on low income
• Newcomers to Canada with language barriers
• Having moderate to severe mental health and/or addiction issues
• Having moderate to severe disabilities
• Indigenous First Nations, Inuit and Métis
• Black, mixed race and racialized populations
• Experiencing intersectional oppression
• 2SLGBTQIA+
• Vulnerable children and their families experiencing conflict, isolation or attachment struggle

About The SEED

The SEED is an award winning food access and social enterprise program of Guelph Community Health Centre (GCHC). Through food access, food skills, social enterprise, and community partnerships, The SEED works to reduce barriers to health and wellbeing while building a more just and resilient food system.

The SEED Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across a diverse portfolio of programs, social enterprises, partnerships, and staff, all while ensuring alignment with GCHC’s mission, strategic priorities, and governance framework.

Core Responsibilities

CHC Governance & Strategic Alignment

• Lead The SEED in alignment with GCHC’s strategic plan, advocacy priorities, and vision
• Participate as part of the GCHC leadership team, contributing to organizational planning and cross-departmental collaboration

Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Develop, manage, and regularly update The SEED budget
• Ensure strong financial oversight in collaboration with GCHC finance staff and Director

Grants, Donors, Sponsors & Fundraising

• Contribute to the GCHC’s comprehensive grant strategy and annual work plan with a focus on opportunities related to resolving food insecurity
• Lead grant writing and reporting processes for the team
• Develop and implement donor engagement strategies and work plans alongside the Director and the Fund Development Committee

Human Resources & People Leadership

• Provide overall HR leadership for The SEED, including performance management, recruitment and conflict resolution
• Support The SEED’s volunteer needs in partnership with Volunteer and Student Coordinator

Communications & Outreach

• Work alongside the GCHC’s Communication Coordinator towards the development and implementation of The SEED Communications and Marketing Plans
• Provide guidance to the GCHC’s Communication Coordinator with respect to The SEED’s social media presence and website content

Social Enterprise and Program Leadership

• Provide strategic and operational oversight for SEED programs
• Ensure strong coordination with warehouse operations and logistics
• Balance social impact goals with financial sustainability

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in program management and operations
• Strong financial management skills and budgeting experience
• Demonstrated people leadership and Human Resource management skills
• Experience with grants applications and reporting requirements
• Experience with donor relations, fundraising, and partnership development
• Strong systems thinking and community engagement
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Commitment to equity, community-led practice, and food justice

Application and Equity

We know that experience comes in many forms. If you have some of these qualities and are excited about this opportunity, then we want to hear from you. Please visit our website www.guelphchc.ca and apply using the online application tool. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, qualifications, and experience meet the position requirements.

Guelph Community Health Centre is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including individuals from priority populations who may identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit and Metis individuals, and members of Black and other racialized communities.

We thank, in advance, those who apply, but will contact only those who qualify for interviews.

If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

We require that all finalist applicants undergo a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening through their local Police Services Branch prior to start date.