(KG-106) | Program Officer - St. Laurent

  • St. Laurent
  • Manitoba Metis Federation
POSTING # 24-02-002 NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 41403 POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME The Program Officer will develop and implement training and employment initiatives undertaken by the Métis Employment & Training Department. Job Duties/Competencies: - Network and collaborate with industry, employers and partners to initiate and develop relationships and partnerships for employment and training initiatives to address labour market needs; - Actively engage with partners to proactively develop employment & training projects to respond to community labour market needs; - Provide support to groups, individuals, and employers in preparing employment & training proposals and applications; - Manage project contract financials by reviewing and reconciling monthly claims and reports, ensuring that service providers operate within budget allocation and align with intended activities; - Ongoing monitoring of client progress and attendance during employment and training activities, providing support and guidance for retention and success. Skills and Qualifications: - Related post-secondary education in social sciences, adult education and training, business administration or management, and a minimum of 2 years directly related work experience; - Ability delivering, coordinating, and implementing employment-focused training programs; - Ability to research training and labour market needs; - Experience developing employment-focused training proposals; - Experience analyzing financial statements and reports and an understanding of basic financial and accounting practices; - Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset; - Knowledge of Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and, - Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle. Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org. This job advertisement has been provided by an external employer/partner. (CAHRD) Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development is not responsible for the content's accuracy, authenticity, or reliability. #J-18808-Ljbffr