Manager, Youth Programs

The Centre for Sexuality is a nationally recognized community-based organization delivering programs and services to normalize sexuality and sexual health across an individuals lifespan. Sexual well-being for all is at the core of what we do. We teach train and advocate to support healthy bodies healthy relationships and healthy communities. For over 50 years we have led the way in sexuality healthy relationships human rights gender identity sexual orientation equality and consent.

As a Manager with the Centre for Sexuality you will oversee a team of professionals who deliver programs aligned with our vision mission values and strategic directions. You will plan implement monitor and evaluate programs projects and services to meet established goals and budget requirements ensuring we meet the needs of our clients. You will collaborate with leadership to develop strategies manage resources and build relationships with stakeholders to enhance community impact.

The Manager Youth Programs oversees all aspects of the Centres Gender-Based Programs including WiseGuyz Girls Program 2SLGBTQ Youth Programs and the Relationship and Sexual Health Education Program. The position supervises the Team Lead Education and the Team Lead Gender-Specific Programs.

As our successful candidate you will provide support in the following areas:

Program Administration and Evaluation

• Oversee logistics for youth program delivery in schools and communities.
• Support grant applications and ensure adherence to funding and budget requirements.
• Develop and oversee annual program plans aligned with goals objectives and funder requirements including funder reporting.
• Ensure adherence to program fidelity and timely collection of evaluations.
• Lead continuous program improvement using evaluation data and emerging needs.
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  Guide the team through annual curriculum reviews.

Community Engagement and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders partners and the community.
• Respond to information requests and participate in community and committee meetings.
• Foster collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
• Represent the Centre on advisory committees and stakeholder consultations when needed.

Training and Development

• Stay current in content areas through ongoing learning.
• Participate as a leadership team member.
• Build capacity through mentoring coaching and training.

Team Leadership and Development

• Foster a culture of development accountability and learning.
• Lead hiring onboarding and development of new team members.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Encourage innovation and continuous improvement.
• Provide supervision coaching and support to Team Leads.

Qualifications and Attributes required:

• Bachelors or Masters degree or diploma in Social Work Human Services or Public Health or a related field or a combination of work experience with population-specific programming education.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related work experience or a combination of work experience and population-specific expertise.
• A minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience.
• Experience in team leadership program/project management and nonprofit operations.
• Familiarity with funding models grant management and service delivery models.
• Strong knowledge and application of the population health promotion model relevant health promotion strategies and determinants of health.
• Advanced knowledge of population-specific learning strategies and content design.
• Demonstrated experience in building partnerships fostering community relationships and driving alignment in engagement initiatives.
• Commitment to organizational values of social justice self-determination collaboration and prevention.
• Commitment to continuous program improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective conflict resolution problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrates curiosity and commitment to lifelong learning.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills in a fast-paced open-space work environment.
• Police information record check with vulnerable sector search

Additional requirements:

• Access to a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
• Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (or willingness to obtain one).
• Valid First Aid and CPR certifications (or willingness to become certified).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $80000 $85000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent work environment with professional development opportunities.

To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Application Deadline: July 6th at 11:59 PM
Location: Calgary AB
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (35 hours per week)

We appreciate your interest in this role. However only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

Centre for Sexuality is committed to employment equity and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds abilities and experiences to apply. It is our intent to have a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we thank you for your interest in this role. If you require accommodation to apply please contact Miriam Pirhalova HR and Administrative Manager at for assistance.

Required Experience:

Manager