Site Manager, Endaaying – Transitional Housing

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc. is seeking a dedicated Site Manager for Endaaying – Transitional Housing at 475 Flora Avenue, Winnipeg, MB.

You will lead day-to-day operations, ensure a safe and supportive home for Relatives, and supervise staff in a new location. Reporting to the Director of Programs and Services, you will coordinate housing processes, maintain policies, and collaborate with community partners to support housing stability and culturally grounded service delivery for Indigenous

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in social services or a related field.
• Minimum two years of management or supervisory experience.
• Experience working with Indigenous youth or young adults.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, administration, and housing environment.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to Helpers including scheduling and training.
• Oversee housing operations, including orientation, occupancy, housing agreements, and policies.
• Promote a respectful living environment encouraging independence and community connection.
• Oversee maintenance, safety, security, and upkeep of the building and property.
• Coordinate responses to incidents including after-hours support.
• Manage site resources and monitor expenditures.
• Collaborate with other Ndinawe programs and community partners.
• Maintain documentation and reporting to leadership.
• Support culturally grounded service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Youth development

Indigenous knowledge

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in social services

Tools

Microsoft Office

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!