Program Manager

2 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada The Government of Nova Scotia Full time
About Our Opportunity

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead the delivery of a program/services portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and deliver a plan for a portfolio of program/services by managing a series of projects, including supporting, monitoring, and reporting on key initiatives.
  • Facilitate program/service objectives and ensure that the interests and objectives of the Agency are observed in the management of the portfolio.
  • Provide project management methodology across the Agency to ensure that programs and initiatives are delivered and implemented on time, on budget, and to the stated objectives.
  • Direct the administration and operation of the program/services by mitigating risks to the Minister and providing interpretation of policies, legislation, new initiatives, and program revisions.
  • Provide leadership within the program/services by utilizing a broad knowledge of policies, programs, and legislation to establish collaborative relationships within Government, service providers, clients, and families.
  • Manage the development and/or operation of aspects of the internal and external providing status updates, and tracking and reporting system.
  • Plan and implement quality frameworks that ensure standards are met and measured as benchmarks along with implementation of measures as part of continuous quality improvement.
  • Lead and provide feedback on complex issues at the senior level and work in collaboration with partners for a resolution.
  • Develop and/or deliver budget plans for division with some guidance from senior leadership.
  • Ensure the effective management of human and financial resources by setting and evaluating staff performance targets, promoting diversity and a healthy workplace, demonstrating leadership competencies, respecting corporate human resources practices, promoting teamwork and individual development, maintaining internal communications, and monitoring expenditures while adhering to procurement guidelines.
Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this position, you must have completed a bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field with several years of experience in program management. Project Management training and certification would be considered an asset.

You will have a strong understanding of project and risk management, familiarity with budget planning and financial management within a governmental or large organizational context. You will also have excellent leadership skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to develop speaking notes and respond to Ministerial requests.

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment.

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