Strategic Director of Programs

Association for New Canadians NL; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

RRSP matching

Health, dental, and vision benefits

EFAP

Vacation and paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) in St. John’s, NL, is seeking a Director of Programs to provide organization-wide leadership for program development, funding and financial management, evaluation and strategic initiatives.

The Director will oversee a diverse portfolio of funded programs, lead major funding proposals, guide evaluation and performance measurement, and co-lead strategic initiatives including the housing development portfolio to support ANC’s growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (master's degree considered an asset).
• Experience developing and managing major funding proposals and funded initiatives.
• Leadership experience in program management, strategic planning/implementation, and funding development.
• Sound financial management experience including budget development and forecasting.
• Experience leading program evaluation and performance measurement processes.
• Proven ability to build relationships with funders, government and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, supervision and team development skills.
• Knowledge of data management systems and funder platforms; MS 365.
• Experience with affordable housing or infrastructure initiatives is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of the ANC's program portfolio, ensuring programs remain responsive to newcomer needs and funding environments.
• Lead development of major funding proposals, renewals, and cross-organizational initiatives.
• Identify emerging program opportunities and guide new initiatives from concept to evaluation.
• Co-lead organizational strategic planning and support performance measures.
• Strengthen approaches to program evaluation and impact measurement.
• Work with Finance and Program teams to develop budgets and strengthen financial accountability.
• Co-lead the Housing Development Initiative with senior leadership and partners.
• Provide leadership and supervision to assigned team members and foster cross-team collaboration.
• Represent ANC at provincial, regional and national tables and meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Funding development

Program management

Strategic planning

Budget forecasting

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Funders platforms

Job description

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) in St. John’s, NL, is seeking a Director of Programs to provide organization-wide leadership for program development, funding and financial management, evaluation and strategic initiatives.

The Director will oversee a diverse portfolio of funded programs, lead major funding proposals, guide evaluation and performance measurement, and co-lead strategic initiatives including the housing development portfolio to support ANC’s growth and impact.