Senior Program Manager for Resilience and Emergency Response

2 weeks ago

Montreal, Quebec, Canada Canadian Red Cross Full time

About the Role


We are seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to lead our Resilience and Emergency Response team in Montreal. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development of work and career development plans for staff under your supervision, manage assigned activities and budgets, and implement initiatives in the province.


Responsibilities



  • Team Management: Oversee the development of work and career development plans for staff under your supervision, manage assigned activities and budgets, and implement initiatives in the province.
  • Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Programs: Develop and implement an annual dissemination plan for preparedness and resilience building activities, ensure quality control, evaluation, and continuous improvement of preparedness and resilience activities, and produce various expert reports.
  • Emergency Response: Supervise or lead an operational area during emergency operations, collaborate with the Emergency Management team to develop and implement emergency preparedness plans, and participate in major disaster responses in Canada as required.

About Us


The Canadian Red Cross is an inspirational not-for-profit organization that helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada's Best Employer 2024, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.


What We're Looking For



  • A university degree or any combination of training and experience that may be considered relevant.
  • At least three (3) years of relevant and recognized experience in project or program management.
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of experience managing a team (in a unionized environment is an asset).
  • Experience facilitating committees and working in a volunteer-based organization.
  • Applied knowledge in emergency preparedness, more specifically in community prevention, preparedness, and recovery.
  • Professional experience in emergency preparedness is considered an asset.
  • Expertise in developing, drafting, and implementing programs.
  • Practical knowledge of management principles for projects and project teams.
  • Experience working with indigenous communities an asset.
  • Experience collaborating with partners from a variety of backgrounds.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French and English.
  • A valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
  • Extensive knowledge of and practical experience with software such as Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • An ability to interpret and communicate complex information to various groups.

Working Conditions



  • This hybrid position is based in Montréal.
  • In-office attendance may be required, based on job requirements.
  • Non-traditional working hours will be required when on-call, during emergency response and/or on deployments.
  • The majority of the work will be performed in an office environment.
  • Travel within the province and across Canada may be required.
  • Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for.
  • If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).
  • As we work with and support people (managers, colleagues, beneficiaries/customers, volunteers, donors, and external partners) and communities in Canada and around the world, applicants whose first language is not English may be required to perform the responsibilities of the role in English.

Compensation and Benefits


The salary for this role is $72,000 - $78,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a pension plan and paid time off.

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