Environmental Program Manager

4 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada IISD Experimental Lakes Area Full time
About Us

IISD Experimental Lakes Area (IISD-ELA) is a world-renowned freshwater research facility, featuring 58 small lakes and their watersheds in northwestern Ontario, Canada. For over 50 years, scientists at IISD-ELA have conducted groundbreaking whole-ecosystem experiments, making significant discoveries related to issues such as acid rain, mercury from air pollution, algal blooms, and pharmaceutical chemicals in water.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to play a pivotal role in the administration of our program. Reporting to the Interim Executive Director, this position involves planning, organizing, directing, and controlling work plans and financial resources/budgets, implementing and evaluating activities, reporting, and managing the overall program cycle.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Manage human, financial, and technical resources for the delivery of the IISD-ELA Program.
  2. Work with the water research science team, perform program administration tasks for framework agreements, develop partner contracts, and prepare and monitor consultant/associate contracts.
  3. Plan, administer, and control program budgets (including yearly targets and HR planning) and support annual budget processes.
  4. Support operations of the IISD-ELA facility (Kenora), including approvals for asset procurement, infrastructure projects, and insurance.
  5. Maintain contact with core departments and administration in the head office. Support new projects by writing proposals and budgets, donor liaison, and collaborate on joint proposals.
Requirements
  1. 10+ years of experience in program/project management, including financial management, outcomes tracking, and funder reporting, including a minimum of 3 years working in the water sector; an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in relevant fields, preferably with a focus on economics, sustainable development, natural resource management, or accounting.
  2. Experience working directly with both Canadian federal and/or provincial governments and within the international development sector, including a strong understanding of funding arrangements and requirements for a range of donors in the sector.
  3. Experience in corporate governance, including developing governance procedures, and implementing policies to ensure transparency and accountability. Additionally, familiarity with relevant laws and regulations governing corporate governance is advantageous.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  1. Extensive program and project management (including planning, budgeting, contract management, financial and human resourcing, liaison, outcomes tracking, and performance reporting).
  2. Proficiency with program monitoring applications, administration tools, and reporting against key performance indicators (progress reporting, quality and financial reports, legal and policy regulations compliance).
  3. Experienced in developing comprehensive budgets and adept at monitoring financial performance.
  4. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other project management tools.
  5. Knowledge of contracting systems and deliverables management.
  6. Results-oriented with a proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively, delivering accurate results within challenging time frames.
  7. Strong networking and interpersonal skills, able to foster productive relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders.
  8. Demonstrable skills in tracking project outcomes and deliverables.
  9. Experience working in fast-paced, multi-project environments.
  10. Fluent in written and spoken English; the ability to work in French is an asset.


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