POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Director reports to the Executive Director and has the responsibility for carrying duties assigned by the Executive Director. This includes strategic and technical issues within Nikan Awasisak Agency and overseeing emerging issues, especially in the absence of the Executive Director.  The Assistant Director manages and oversees the Child & Family Services Program of Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. 

Works with the Senior Management team (Directors) and staff to act as a representative of and the authority of the Executive Director.  The Assistant Director will oversee the development of strategic planning and policy development. This position requires knowledge of the field of Child and Family Services and the application, interpretation, and implementation of child welfare policy, protocol, procedures, program standards and legislation.

-          MSW, BSW and/or equivalent degree; a comparable combination of education and work experience of minimum of 5 years’;

-          Minimum of 5 years of progressive Senior Management and Leadership experience;

-          Policy Management:

-          Nikan Awasisak Agency Related Issues

-          Program and Development; consistent with the agency’s strategic plan

-          Service Delivery & Case Management

-          Community Relations 

-          Communications

-          Fiscal and Operational Management experience with large budget;

-          Demonstrated experience and competence in Strategic Program Planning, Implementation and Evaluation;

-          Evaluates, reviews and understand current and new of Child & Family Services Act, Legislation and regulations as they pertain to Nikan Awasisak Agency;

-          The ability to provide support, guidance and work, collaborate, communicate effectively with Senior Management Team (Directors) to achieve unit-specific                   goals;

-          Demonstrated ability to liaison with Government and Funding entities;

-          Must possess excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills;

-          Knowledge and understanding of the goals and aspirations of Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. and the community.

-          Ability to speak Cree would be an asset.

-          Preference will be given to Cross Lake Band Members.

-          The Assistant Director will be based out of Cross Lake.

 

 

Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.  Please submit three professional references at time of application and Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check along with a recent drivers abstract. 

 

Salary: Based on qualifications and experience

 

Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in strengthening First Nations Child & Family Services through strategic leadership, collaboration and innovation.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Deadline for Applications: Until Filled

 

Apply to:                                                        Or for more information contact:

Advertisement # NAA392                                       Lisa McIvor, Human Resources Generalist

Attention: Human Resources                          Email: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]                                       Gloria McKay, Director of Human Resources

Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc.                             Email: [email protected]

P.O. Box 388                                                          Phone:  (204)676-3902

Cross Lake, MB.  R0B 0J0