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WHAT YOU’LL DO:

1.Community Partnerships, Program Quality and Innovation (40% of time): 

• Work with Executive Director, Indigenous Programs to inform and set strategic direction for the program
• Work with Program Officers to revise and distribute core partnership documents, develop work plans, host partnership meetings
• Support Program Officers in the distribution of progress reports and new opportunities 
• Troubleshoot program and human resource issues as they arise in relation to programs
• Work with education, leadership and subject matter experts to review existing program tools and to design and disseminate tools that will help enhance the quality of programs and the assessment of programs 
• With the support of each Program Officer, ensure the completion of all required documentation from each program partner 
• Visit partners as needed to offer support and relationship building with Executive Directors, Community Mentors, Junior Community Mentors, Teachers, Principals, and service workers 
• Create hands on, activity-based training programs to enhance the skills of Program Officers/Coordinators and Co-op students
• Work closely with the Senior Management Team to create tools that will enhance quality of program design and delivery
• Work with Program Officers to ensure that training workshops for Community Mentors, teachers and youth are participatory and well-planned
• Effectively facilitate a variety of training sessions for program facilitators and youth to enhance knowledge, skills and confidence in program design and delivery

2. Provide Guidance and Supervision to Direct Reports (15% of time):

• Host regular supervisory meetings with Program Officers to ensure their goals are being met and they are receiving the support and feedback they require
• Arrange for skill enhancement workshops and opportunities for Program Officers to ensure they have the required skills to effectively do their jobs
• Support Program Officers to complete work plans and objectives that will provide a map to complete all required duties and program goals 
• Complete annual performance appraisals with each Program Officer/Coordinator 
• Ensure regular self-care practices are utilized by Program Officers/Coordinators
• Apply creative and consensus-based conflict management practices when working with staff and community partners
• Visit program sites to offer on-the-job coaching and support to Program Officers, Program Coordinators and/or program facilitators, as needed
• Provide guidance and support to Program Officers/Coordinators during emergency situations

3. Representation, Partnership and Collaboration (15% of time):  

• Support the Executive Director, Indigenous Programs in identifying potential donors, writing, reviewing and revising grant applications, and celebrating donors on an on-going basis
• Work directly with Provincial and Federal implementing partners to ensure that each new and existing partnership enhances existing programs and supports an identified need in each program context
• Establish a clear road map for each implementing partner to ensure their success in identified program contexts, including: drafting roles and responsibilities, MoUs training plans, travel plans, coordination between implementing partners and host communities
• Represent RTP in various platforms and maintains positive relationships with governments and other relevant stakeholders regarding RTP activities.

4. Program Accountability, Compliance and Reporting (15% of time):  

• Support Program Officers and program facilitators in implementing the required monitoring and evaluation tools, and ensure the collection of completed tools in a timely fashion
• Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team to ensure that assessment tools are user-friendly, contextually appropriate and effective at assessing the outcomes and impacts as outlined in the program logic model
• Collaborate with Program Officers to design and revise regular reporting tools for program facilitators and teachers to use to share insights and feedback on their programs
• Steward and oversee relationships with key funding partners and fulfill compliance requirements related to specific grant agreements
• Oversee submission of proper accountabilities of program funds and quality narrative reports in line with donor requirements

5. Financial Management (10% of time):

• Work with Executive Director, Indigenous Programs, and Finance team to plan annual budget expenses and monitor quarterly progress with the Manager of Programs and Operations
• Work with Finance team to generate financial reports for donors
• Understand Right To Play financial policies and procedures in relation to the PLAY program
• Work with Program Officers/to monitor program expenditures against projected spending
• Support Program Officers/Coordinators and program facilitators to maintain a standard of excellence for financial management and financial reporting for the program

6. Perform other duties as assigned (5% of time)

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WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL): 

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION:

• University degree or equivalent in any of the following areas: business management, Indigenous learning, sociology, outdoor recreation and education, education, community development and/or political science  
• A Class G driver’s license

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management and staff supervision, within an Indigenous (PLAY) or Toronto (Youth To Youth) context, with proven experience in budget management and reporting, workshop facilitations and partnership building.

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIUTES:

• Collaborative and shared leadership approach
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Decision making skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to advocate in a well informed manner with regard to experiences of First Nations youth (PLAY) / marginalized children and youth (Youth To Youth)
• Must be comfortable in supporting team of direct and indirect reports, working both in office and remotely
• Strong planning and coordination skills
• Accurate and timely reporting
• Good team work ethic, and also capable of working independently
• Strong attention to details when planning
• Highly motivated and committed to program success
• Ability to be accessible outside office hours when direct reports are traveling in case of emergencies

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Strong MS Office and program management tools and procedures
• Budgetary control and financial management, including ability to read and understand financial data
• Project management skills
• Understanding of community development processes

LANGUAGES:      

• Fluency in spoken and written English.

 BONUS IF YOU’LL BRING (NOT ESSENTIAL):

• Indigenous or French language
• Experience in quality improvement
• Experience working in child protection, education sector
• Sport and play experience

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WHAT YOU’LL GET: 

The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful).

• Flexible work policy
• 15 days annual leave per year
• 3 personal days per year
• 5 Learning and Development (L&D) days per year
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Opportunity to connect with employees across our offices
• Opportunity to engage in global projects and initiatives
• Wellness programs
• Playful activities and events