Regional Director, Vancouver - Connective Support Society

Connective Support Society

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Director of Programs will ensure that Connective delivers programs and client services that meet or exceed client needs by developing and implementing structures and supports for the longer-term capability of programs across the organization.

This position will also be responsible for identifying and implementing significant improvements to existing programs and identifying new opportunities to achieve the organization's strategic goals.

HOURS (40 Hours per Week)
Monday to Friday,
This position requires the ability to work flexible hours based on operational needs.

WHAT WE OFFER?

Committed Living Wage Employer
2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an inhouse counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEAmember employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports and is accountable to the Vice President, Service Delivery
Participates as a member of the Connective Directors team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Contributes to the development and implementation of the strategic plan
Oversees and directs assigned programs and services
Ensures a high level of quality assurance for assigned programs and services and adherence to required/ relevant standards
Provides communication to the VP of any exposure to risk in program and services or other risk, such as media or reputational risk

- negotiation of contracts with funders in collaboration with relevant teams (finance, implementation, etc.)

Ensures programs are compliant with policies, contractual, legal, regulatory and financial requirements, and identify changes to program policies as required
Oversees all program reporting, outcome measurements, statistics and other requirements for funders and for internal purposes
Reviews new program opportunities and expansion of existing programs
Provides direct input into business functions and how they support programs and service delivery
Works in collaboration with the Finance team to plan, review monthly financials, provide direct input to the annual budget for assigned programs, and to make decisions that support those programs within the approved budget
Oversees and as needed, leads highlevel human resources issues relating to labour relations or significant issues concerning employees, volunteers or contractors for assigned programs (termination, grievances and arbitration)
Represents the needs of Connective clients in the development of key relationships: participating in community committees, working groups and other community organizations to improve service delivery
Identifies and supports collaboration with other organizations and the development of key partnerships for Connective
Identifies and supports the development of innovative opportunities throughout the agency
Collaborates with the Executive Team in identifying, planning and communicating regional and operational needs and initiatives
Actively participates as an external representative of the organization with community, stakeholders, and the public
Monitors pertinent funding information sources for funding opportunities

WORKING CONDITIONS

Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
Adhere to Connective policies and procedures
Be available to work flexible hours as needed. May include some evenings/weekends, as determined by the regional office needs and schedules

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

A bachelor's degree and/or professional designation, with a minimum of 5 years of applicable or relevant transferable past work experience
Knowledge of the social/affordable housing sector
Knowledge of local government development approvals processes.
Knowledge of federal and provincial and local government grants/programs for affordable housing
Knowledge of policies, guidelines and statutory requirements relevant to real estate development
Ability to analyze various program development opportunities, including financial analysis
Ability to develop feasible plans and successfully implement the plans
Ability to lead teams to accomplish goals
Ability to work in a fast paced, multitask environment
Ability to deal with diverse stakeholders

**REQUIREMENTS