Assistant Centre Director

INFINITY WOMEN SECRETARIAT

ASSISTANT CENTRE DIRECTOR

July 2, 2024

Posting #24-15-003 (REPOSTED)

The Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) is a non-profit organization that connects Red River Métis women, girls, 2sLGBTQ+ individuals throughout the Province of Manitoba and beyond, with a mandate to promote, empower, and enhance their well-being.  Incorporated on April 23, 2013, IWS have already become well known in our Red River Metis communities, in our Red River Métis Government, and all throughout the Homeland.  IWS remains a proud affiliated of the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), and The National Government of the Red River Métis.

The IWS seeks to fill one full-time Assistant Director position within our Little Infinity Childcare Centre located at 12 Hawthorne Place in St. Andrews, MB. Manitoba Early Childhood Educators II, who are actively enrolled in a program to obtain a Level III classification, are encouraged to apply. We are looking for an energetic, flexible, and reliable individual passionate about childcare and early learning for Red River Métis children.

Job Duties/Competencies:

·       Assist in overseeing the delivery and implementation of Red River Métis specific programming and curriculum and incorporate the Circle of Security Philosophy.

·       Experience with/or willing to learn Métis Culture, Michif Language, and Land-based Learning.

·       Assist with the registration of children and the collection of parent and subsidy fees.

• Welcome new staff and enhance the professional growth of colleagues through the sharing of ideas, information, and professional development opportunities, and aid in the delivery of performance evaluations.
• Lead team in carrying out programs that promote children's physical, cognitive, emotional, social & cultural development.
• Create, implement, and monitor activities and experiences in all curriculum areas.
• Monitor and maintain program's equipment and centre structure.
• Participate in annual budget preparation and maintenance of centre budget.

Skills and Qualifications:

·       Child Development Degree or ECE III Diploma, Advanced ECE III Diploma.

·       Minimum of three years' experience in an Assistant Centre Director role or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services.

·       Knowledge and experience with Fastoche is an asset;

• Circle of Security Certificate an asset and willing to become a Facilitator, valid First Aid and CPR C is an asset.

·       Clear Child Abuse Registry Check, and Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check included.

• Class 4 Drivers license is an asset, or willingness to obtain.

·       Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, IWS & MMF programs and services is an asset; and,

• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants, and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department

300-150 Henry Ave

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7

Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca

Fax to (204) 947-1816

All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca.