Director, Strategic Initiatives and Engagement

2 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada St.Amant Full time

**About Us**

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect.

St.Amant's core values reflect a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. St.Amant maintains ongoing commitment to recruiting a diverse and talented workforce, which is paramount to supporting the vibrant community we serve.

St.Amant values and promotes volunteerism in the workplace. Volunteers are an integral part of the work we do. As such and in keeping with the values of our organization, the incumbent to this role is encouraged to actively support, collaborate and invest in volunteer initiatives.

**Position Summary**:
The Director of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement will lead the identification, development, execution and evaluation of high-priority strategic initiatives and projects that align with St.Amant's long-term objectives. This role is essential for driving innovation, optimizing strategic internal operations, fostering community and stakeholder engagement, and enhancing external partnerships. The Director will be responsible for overseeing high-impact cross-functional projects, partnerships and programs, ensuring alignment with St.Amant's Strategic Plan and consistent communication across the departments/programs.

The Director leads an inclusive, collaborative and high-performance culture within the organization; coordinating the work of Corporate Education, Communications, Project Management and Strategic Initiatives, as well as overseeing the work of Corporate and Volunteer Services. The Director also supports the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility efforts of the organization, continuous quality improvement work as well as facilitates engagement efforts that promote collaborative solutions and fosters a culture of innovation by encouraging staff and volunteers to propose new ideas and strategies. They use data and research to drive continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making.

**Qualifications**

**Education, Experience and Occupational Certification**:
**Professional**:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Relations, Communications, or related field required
- PMP certification
- Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in strategic planning, project management, stakeholder engagement, preferably in the disability, health or social services field
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex high-impact projects
- Experience working with senior leadership, government agencies, and external partners
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and continuous quality improvement and best practices
- Proficiency in data analysis and project management tools
- Skilled in change management
- Ten plus years experience in a leadership position-managing teams
- Project Management Professional PMP certification
- Change Management training
- Lean Six Sigma training
- Strategic Visionary - ability to think long-term and design strategies that align with organizational goals
- Strategic Thinker - able to translate high-level business objectives into actionable plans
- Collaborative Leader - skilled at fostering teamwork, building relationships, ability to influence and drive consensus across multiple audiences within the organization
- Problem solver - analytical mindset with the ability to quickly identify challenges and develop effective solutions
- Adaptable - capable of managing change in a complex fast-paced environment, thrives in dynamic environments, flexible to shifting priorities, and able to navigate complex organizational structures
- Results oriented - focused on achieving measurable outcomes and delivering projects on time and within budget
- Innovative Problem Solver - proactive in identifying challenges and opportunities, with the ability to develop creative solutions
- Strong communicator - excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to communication complex ideas clearly and persuasively

**Personal**:

- Passion for advocacy - deep commitment to the rights and empowerment of persons with disabilities
- Inclusive leadership - skilled in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, both within the organization and in broader community engagement
- Champion for diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

**Key Responsibilities**:
Strategic Planning and Execution:

- Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of strategic initiatives that support the organization's goals
- Partner with senior leadership to define priorities, develop strategic roadmaps, and allocate resources effectively
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