Program Lead

5 months ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Municipal Affairs and Housing

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Term

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**: (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing plays a vital role in supporting municipalities and community groups across the province. Our focus lies in providing programs, grants, and funding to foster effective local governance and develop healthy communities.

DMAH provides services and guidance to municipalities in many areas including land use planning, budget planning and finance, infrastructure development, policy, and program development. The Department is also responsible for ensuring the availability of safe, suitable, and affordable housing for all Nova Scotians. Our work involves making strategic investments, leveraging new funding, and building on critical partnerships to help further position ourselves to meet current and future infrastructure needs.

**About Our Opportunity**:
We’re hiring for a motivated, dynamic Program Lead to join our team and take charge of program delivery and administration.

The position will also supervise up to two (2) coordinators and work very closely with a multidisciplinary team, making this an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and ambitious individual to contribute to our growth and success.

**Primary Accountabilities**:
We’re hiring for a motivated, dynamic Program Lead to join our team and take charge of program delivery and administration.

The position will also supervise up to two (2) coordinators and work very closely with a multidisciplinary team, making this an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and ambitious individual to contribute to our growth and success.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
You are a self-driven and proactive individual who can manage projects independently, has a strong grasp of program administration and management, and can effectively collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve objectives.

You have completed a bachelor’s degree and have at least six (6) years of experience in the administration and coordination of programs, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- You must demonstrate:
- Supervisory experience as well as key leadership qualities including collaboration, teamwork, and relationship building.
- Knowledge and skills in program management, project management and policy analysis.
- The ability to think creatively and come up with innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Strong organization skills when managing and tracking multiple pieces of information.
- The ability to make independent decisions and provide guidance and training to others in decision-making processes.
- Assets include:
- Masters of Public Administration
- Experience leading consultation processes
- Experience working with Municipalities

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.

**Equivalency**:
We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include, but are not limited to:

- A completed Master’s degree along with four (4) years of related experience;
- A related 2-year diploma and eight (8) 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**:
Most of your time is spent in a comfortable office setting. You will have daily contact with the public, various Government Departments as well as other local Agencies and Institutions. Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.

**What We Offer**:

- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- Department specific flexible working schedules

**Pay Grade**: PR 17

**Salary Range**: $3,091.70 - $3,631.17 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

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