Manager, Special Initiatives - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Department: Labour, Skills and ImmigrationLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPGClosing Date: 8/11/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration (LSI) works as a trusted partner to grow the population, develop our current and future workforce, and foster inclusive, safe and fair workplaces. This includes welcoming people from across Canada and the world, helping people prepare for job opportunities and build the skills they need, promoting safe work environments and helping employers and employees know their rights and responsibilities. We work together to create a future where everyone has an opportunity to thrive.At the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, we work to provide Apprenticeship training leading to Certification in the Skilled Trades for all Nova Scotians. We have offices throughout Nova Scotia in Halifax, Bridgewater, Kentville, Yarmouth, Truro, Port Hawkesbury, New Glasgow and Sydney.About Our OpportunityHere at the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency we have an opportunity for a Program Manager. The Program Manager leads a team of professionals and is responsible for the overall delivery of a program/services portfolio on behalf of the Government, in accordance with federal/provincial acts and/or regulations.As the Program Manager you are accountable for the strategic and operational leadership of the program/services portfolio through direction, planning, evaluation, and implementation in accordance with the Act(s) using a broad knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies and programs to manage and mitigate risks to the public, Government Employees, Minister(s) and to build collaborative relationships within the province.This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer.Primary Accountabilities

• Develops and/or delivers a plan for a portfolio of program/services by managing a team of professionals.
• Directs the administration and operation of the program/services by mitigating risks to the Minister by providing interpretation of policies, legislation, new initiatives and program revisions to the managers, employees, clients, internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides leadership within the program/services by utilizing a broad knowledge of policies, programs and legislation to establish collaborative relationships within Government, service providers, clients, families, ensuring mechanisms are in place for managers to monitor and report operational issues on policies, planning and solutions for identified issues
• Manages the development and/or operation of aspects of the internal and external communications system with some guidance from senior leadership.
• Plans and implements quality framework which consists of ensuring standards are met and measured as benchmarks along with implementation of measures as part of continuous quality improvement.
• Identifies shortcomings, suggests improvements and implements approved revisions to current compliance processes, systems and procedures for the program management function.
• Develops and/or delivers budget plans for division with some guidance from senior leadership. Delivers prescribed outcomes for a designated area of financial control by working within established systems.
• Ensures the effective management of human and financial resources by setting and evaluating staff performance targets, promoting diversity and a healthy workplace, demonstrating leadership competencies, respecting corporate human resources practices, promoting teamwork and individual development, maintaining internal communications, monitoring expenditures while adhering to procurement guidelines.

Qualifications and ExperienceAs the successful candidate you will have a Bachelors’ Degree plus 6 years of related experience developing programs/services and leading successful teams. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.You will also have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to work within a collaborative and creative team environment and be willing to put forward ideas and suggestions that are innovative and may include a degree of risk.You have superior writing skills with proven experience in report writing and preparation of briefing materials and computer skills, including thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications. Excellent research capabilities and strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy while balancing priorities and working within time constraints and high pressure situations is required.We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department specific flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: EC 12Salary Range: $3,458.20 - $4,322.75 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.Quick Apply

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