Site Manager, Endaaying – Transitional Housing

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc. is opening a new location and seeks a Site Manager for Endaaying – Transitional Housing at 475 Flora Avenue, Winnipeg. You will lead day-to-day operations, supervise Helpers, manage housing processes, and maintain a safe, supportive living environment for Relatives.

We value Indigenous cultural knowledge, confidentiality, and strong collaboration with community partners. Candidates with two years of supervisory experience and education in social services are

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in social services or related field is required or considered with lived experience.
• Minimum two years of management or supervisory experience including staff, program operations, or financial oversight.
• Experience working with Indigenous youth or young adults in housing/social services environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and administration of Endaaying to ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-managed housing environment.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and ongoing support to Helpers, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Oversee housing operations: resident orientation, occupancy processes, housing agreements, and policy application.
• Promote a respectful living environment that supports independence, accountability, and community connection.
• Oversee maintenance, safety, security, and upkeep of building and surroundings.
• Coordinate responses to incidents, emergencies, and after-hours calls as needed.
• Manage site resources and monitor expenditures in line with budgets.
• Collaborate with Ndinawe programs and community partners to provide supports.
• Maintain documentation and communication with leadership to meet program expectations.
• Support culturally grounded service delivery respecting relatives’ dignity and privacy.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Indigenous youth experience

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Youth development knowledge

Indigenous cultures knowledge

Confidentiality & boundaries

Computer proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary education in social services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation

Job description

Position: Site Manager, Endaaying – Transitional Housing

Classification: Full Time, 80 hours bi-weekly
Hours of Work: Sunday to Thursday, hours may vary | This position will also be part of an on-call rotation outside of these days/ hours
Program/ Location: Endaaying, 475 Flora Avenue
Reports To: Director of Programs and Services

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc. is preparing to open a new location, and we're looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Site Manager to lead its day-to-day operations and help create a safe, welcoming, and supportive home for the young relatives we serve.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something new and make a meaningful difference by supporting Relatives as they build confidence, develop independent living skills, and work toward long-term housing stability.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the day-to-day operations, administration, and overall functioning of Endaaying, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and well-managed housing environment.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and ongoing support to Helpers, including staff scheduling, training, performance management, and fostering a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Oversee housing operations, including resident orientation, occupancy processes, housing agreements, and the consistent application of site policies and expectations.
• Promote a respectful and supportive living environment that encourages independence, accountability, positive relationships, and community connection.
• Oversee the maintenance, safety, security, and general upkeep of the building, residential suites, shared spaces, equipment, and surrounding property.
• Coordinate responses to operational concerns, critical incidents, building emergencies, and other situations requiring management direction, including occasional after-hours support.
• Manage site resources, monitor expenditures, and support financial accountability in accordance with organizational budgets and policies.
• Collaborate with other Ndinawe programs, community partners, and service providers to ensure young Relatives have access to appropriate supports and services.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and communication with organizational leadership, ensuring operational requirements and program expectations are met.
• Support Ndinawe's culturally grounded approach to service delivery, fostering an environment that respects the dignity, privacy, independence, and well-being of relatives.

What We're Looking For

• Post-secondary education in social services or a related field. A combination of relevant education, employment, volunteer, and lived experience may be considered.
• Minimum two years of management or supervisory experience, including responsibility for staff, administration, program operations, or financial oversight.
• Experience working with Indigenous youth or young adults, preferably in housing, social services, community programs, or a related environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to supervise, support, and develop a team.
• Demonstrated organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to challenging situations.
• Knowledge of youth development, housing stability, community resources, and the challenges facing young people transitioning toward independent living.
• Understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and ways of knowing, being, and living, with a commitment to culturally grounded service delivery.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and respectful relationships with Relatives, Helpers, and community partners.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, email, and electronic documentation.
• Subject to Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Prior Contact Check.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence.

A detailed job description will be provided to candidates during the interview process. Responsibilities and timelines may be adjusted as operational plans are finalized.

As an Indigenous organization preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as being First Nations, Métis, or Inuit. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter.

Ndinawe requires a satisfactory criminal record check (including vulnerable sector search), child abuse registry check, and prior contact check prior to the commencement of employment.

Ndinawe will accept existing criminal record checks and child abuse registry checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Should you be the successful candidate these documents are a condition of employment.

If you're someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and wants to contribute to something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected to an interview will be contacted.