Program Manager- NEP

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Program Manager

Newcomer Employment Program

Regular Full-Time

Posting Date: February 26, 2025

Location: Surrey, BC

Wage: $38.95-$40.92 per hour (subject to funding model)

Hours of Work: 35 Hours per week

Closing Date: March 12, 2025

Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.

Position Overview

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for supporting newcomers in their employment journey? As the Program Manager for the Newcomer Employment Program, you will have the opportunity to lead a dynamic team, drive innovative initiatives, and make a direct impact on the labor market integration of newcomers. If you’re a strategic thinker with experience in program management and a commitment to fostering inclusive and impactful services, we want to hear from you!

Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, the selected candidate will oversee the delivery of employment-related services, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all clients. Responsibilities include providing leadership, training, and supervision to staff, fostering a culture of equity and collaboration, and managing program expenditures. The role involves strategic planning, including the development of goals, funding proposals, and the application of EDI and GBA Plus principles to program initiatives. The Program Manager will also build relationships with stakeholders, advocate for client needs, ensure program effectiveness, maintain accurate records, and contribute to quality improvement efforts. Additionally, the position requires oversight of employment-focused activities and workshops, with a focus on supporting the economic integration of newcomers.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the Program Manager position will have a B.A. in Social Sciences or a related field, along with a Career Development Practitioners Certificate or equivalent experience. They will bring at least two years of program management experience and five years of experience in employment-related services, particularly within immigrant and refugee services in a non-profit setting.

The role requires strong leadership, a commitment to EDI, and the ability to apply GBA Plus principles in program delivery. The candidate must be proficient in managing sensitive client data, building strategic partnerships, and adapting to changing demands. Advanced computer skills and intercultural competence are essential, with a commitment to fostering inclusivity and diversity. A Class 5 Driver's License, a reliable vehicle, and First Aid certification are assets.

This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with OCS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.

The land which we are on is the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples including Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui, Musqueam, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Kwikwetlem and the Sto:lo Nations.

How to Apply

Please make sure that you quote job code 2025-1186 in your application and mention that you saw this posting on WorkInNonProfits.ca.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your RESUME and COVER LETTER through this link: https://rb.gy/tcd4xz and click the “APPLY” button.