Manager, Disability Policy Development

2 months ago

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Manitoba Government Full time

Job Summary

The Manitoba Government is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Policy Manager to lead the development and implementation of policies and programs for children and adults with disabilities. This is a key role within the organization, requiring strong leadership and direction to achieve the goals and strategic direction of the program.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead policy and program development and implementation for children and adults with disabilities, including Children's disABILITY Services, Community Living disABILITY Services, and Provincial Alternative Support Services.
  • Provide leadership and direction to Program and Policy Analysts to achieve the goals and strategic direction of the program.
  • Represent the branch on interdepartmental working groups and external stakeholder engagement.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, and advocacy groups.
  • Provide strategic advice to senior leaders to influence decisions and drive policy development.
  • Manage and oversee the development of budgets, forecasts, and program funds.
  • Lead process and quality improvement initiatives to enhance program delivery and outcomes.
  • Develop and implement effective communication strategies to engage stakeholders and promote program awareness.

Requirements

  • Post-Secondary degree, preferably at the Master's level, in human sciences, economics, or public administration.
  • Experience providing leadership and direction in the interpretation, implementation, and evaluation of programs and policies.
  • Experience leading or supervising a team, including the ability to foster team engagement through coaching, guiding work, and developing employees.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to lead process and quality improvement, provide and lead solutions to challenges.
  • Experience preparing budgets, forecasting, and managing program funds.
  • Strong political acumen, demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders to influence decisions.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the demonstrated ability to negotiate, foster collaboration, and consensus.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to formulate recommendations to senior leaders.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent written communication skills to prepare documents for executive decision-makers and diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational skills and experience working independently, under pressure, while managing multiple priorities in tight timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience and knowledge of programs for children and/or adults with disabilities.

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