Authority and Stakeholder Relations Manager

SP6 Social Services Worker 6

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Strategic Initiative and Program Support, Child and Youth Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44789

Salary(s): SP6 $89, $111,776.00 per year

Closing Date: December 31, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This competition is designated for Indigenous people. Only applicants who self-declare at the time of application will be eligible for further consideration.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Strategic Initiatives and Program Support (SIPS) Branch is seeking a program manager for the Authority and Stakeholder Relations Unit. SIPS coordinated strategic initiatives across the child and youth service system, and works in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders to achieve the priorities of government. SIPS provides program and policy analysis, as well as funding oversight, for initiatives that better support outcomes for children and families in Manitoba.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and a copy of your resume. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

Duties:

Reporting to the Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives, the Authority and Stakeholder Relations Manager is responsible for establishing and managing effective working relationships with the Authorities and their respective mandated child and family services agencies, as well as with non-mandated agencies, and other stakeholders. The Manager takes a strategic leadership role in the establishment, coordination, management, and completion of initiatives and special projects. Leads a team of analysts to facilitate the development of foundational standards, policies, and programs that enhance child and youth services system throughout the province.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post Secondary degree in social sciences or a relevant specialized discipline with related experience. Other combinations of education and related experience may be considered.
• Experience in human resource management and supervising staff at the policy or program level.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial management of social services funding utilizing evidence based outcomes.
• Experience with project management and strategic planning processes to support the organization through system and program changes.
• Written communication skills with the ability to write clearly and persuasively.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate messages in a clear and consistent manner and to resolve conflict constructively.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, in order to co-ordinate and prioritize multi-system activities.
• Strong critical thinking skills including the ability to analyze complex problems and make decisions based on data and sound judgement.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Work, Excel, Power Point and other various computer applications).
• Knowledge of legislation, policy and practices; and have experience and advanced subject matter expertise regarding the continuum of child and youth services.
• Knowledge of governmental, departmental, divisional and branch responsibilities, policies and goals related to child and youth services.

To Apply for the Position:

Click here to access the application form. To be considered for this competition, you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link above or contact Human Resource Services under "Apply to" to request a copy of the application form. In addition to the application form, please also submit a copy of your resume.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must be able to travel throughout Manitoba as required
• Must be able to work overtime as required

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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