Director Indigenous Program Operations

Guide Indigenous program operations at the Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq, emphasizing performance, funding, budgets, and respectful community relationships.UNSM’s Director of Capacity Development leads a multidisciplinary department supporting Membertou, Eskasoni, Potlotek, Wagmatcook, and We’koqma’q. Reporting to the Executive Director, this full-time permanent role sets direction within approved priorities. The position connects service delivery, staffing, financial sustainability, and community needs.Key Responsibilities:
Oversee performance and continuity across department programsLead staffing, succession, and recruitment planningManage departmental budgeting and resource planningMonitor spending, sustainability, and proposed service expansionsProvide updates on delivery, staffing, finances, and approvalsRequirements:
Seven-plus years leading managers and multidisciplinary programsExperience managing budgets and government-funded programsExperience with Indigenous Services Canada fundingStrong judgment, coaching, communication, and conflict-resolution skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and Google WorkspaceApply operational leadership, budget management, and relationship-building skills to strengthen UNSM programs serving five Mi’kmaq communities.
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