The Specialist, Early Years and Child Care Services will provide program development and implementation support for early years and child care programs and initiatives with a focus on data analysis and performance measurements.
Requirements
- University Degree in human services or related field, such as social sciences, business/public administration, and early years and child care, with at least 5 years job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong foundation in research, data analysis, program planning and public policy development with relevant experience in program design, implementation and evaluation, and strategic and project planning
- Knowledge of Project Management Principles and Practices, with the ability to execute complex and multi-year policies and plans
- Knowledge of performance measurement to ensure evaluation and continuous improvement is built into the implementation framework
- Experience directly applying quality control and assurance best practices such as Six Sigma, LEAN, SWOT analysis, process mapping and process re-engineering would be an asset
- Knowledge of Early Years and Child Care funding programs, as well as related provincial legislation and policies would be an asset
- Experience in applying change management principles and methodologies and the ability to lead as well as manage and support change
- Knowledge of technology and software systems used to support the delivery of Human Services programs and services such as all Microsoft Office programs
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources