Program Admin Officer 3

6 months ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Education & Early Childhood Development

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Term

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**:26-Feb-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.

**About Our Opportunity**:
We’re looking for someone to join our team who shares our vision of transforming the early learning and child care system in the province - one that focuses on creating quality programs that are inclusive, affordable, and accessible. You share our values of Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Accountability, and The Public Good, and encourage the importance of people, teams, diversity and culture.

Reporting to the Manager, Family Home Child Care, the Program Specialist will work as part of a team responsible for the development of policies, programs and standards to support the growth and development of regulated family home child care in Nova Scotia.

**Primary Accountabilities**:

- Development and administration of service delivery models and funding mechanisms for family home child care agencies and providers, including liaising with program area team members in the development of new agreements, renewals and amendments, and monitoring funding against a prescribed budget.
- Developing and maintaining reporting mechanisms for external agencies and providers, synthesizing information from internal and external sources, to ensure the timely development of briefing notes, reports, and recommendations to inform decision making.
- Providing information and guidance related to program and policy options informed by existing legislation and policies, jurisdictional research, best practices, and data.
- Documenting existing processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Supporting the Manager with administration of projects and priorities for the family home child care program, including the development and implementation of workforce initiatives, expansion programs, quality measurement tools, and curriculum modifications, which requires extensive engagement with external service deliver partners and experts in the field of early childhood education.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
To be successful in this role you have a bachelor’s degree and five years of related experience. Equivalencies will be considered.

As the successful applicant you have demonstrated knowledge and experience in policy and program development and administration, business process development and documentation.

You are a collaborative team player with proficient skills in the use of a variety of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook or equivalent, Adobe or PDF Editor, and SharePoint.

You have sound judgment along with strong time management skills to ensure the timely completion of tasks. You are a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing. Attention to detail is essential.

Knowledge of, and the ability to conduct data analysis and create reports is essential. You must always maintain confidentiality and a strong focus on client service. You can work effectively under pressure, with competing priorities, in this fast-paced environment.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

**Assets Considered for this position**:
Working knowledge of programs and services offered by the Early Learning and Child Care Branch, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, and current legislation, regulations, and policies.

**Equivalency**:
We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, including but not limited to:

- A completed Master’s degree along with three (3) years of related experience;
- A related 2-year diploma and seven (7) years of related experience.

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

**Working Conditions**:

- Have a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license.
- Work in a comfortable offic

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