EXTERNAL POSTING

POSITION TITLE:             Manager, Entry Program for Older Adult Immigrants

(1.0 EFT - 12 Month Contract)

UNION AFFILIATION:        Exempt

REPORTS TO:                 Chief Executive Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager, Entry Program for Older Adult Immigrants is responsible for providing leadership and direction to this program and its related activities.

Specifically, the incumbent is responsible for initiating and making decisions about the strategic direction, organization and evaluation of designated services and programs within the assigned portfolio including client service, human/financial/material resource management, staff development and operational planning, quality management, education, and research.

The incumbent works in collaboration with all staff, volunteers, community partners and funders to achieve harmony and to ensure the Agency’s Mission and service goals are attained.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

A Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (CTESL) is required. A University degree in a relevant discipline is desirable. Must have a demonstrated understanding of the principles of adult education.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

v Demonstrated background and experience in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds is essential. Must be eligible for registration in the discipline appropriate professional body.

v Minimum of 5 years direct experience in a related area.

v Comprehensive knowledge of professional practice standards and ability to apply skills and knowledge to routine work.

v Knowledge of issues facing older adult newcomers to Canada.

v Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative environment.

v Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, organizational and teaching skills including the ability to influence and motivate others.

v Ability to manage conflict including conflict reduction and resolution.

v Exemplary communication skills both verbally and in writing.

v Ability to relate to people in a friendly, courteous manner.

v Ability to work in a cross-cultural context.

v Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

v Ability to organize and adjust to variable workloads or interruptions as required.

Please submit resume to:

                           

Alice Perry, Business Manager

A&O: Support Services for Older Adults

200-280 Smith St.

Winnipeg, MB  R3C 1K2

e-mail: admin@ageopportunity.mb.ca

CLOSING DATE:  12:00 pm, Friday, January 4, 2013