Program Manager

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Yellowknife Day Care Association (YKDA)

Full-time

Program Manager

Yellowknife, NT

About The YKDA And The Program Manager Role

The YKDA serves the community of Yellowknife by providing high-quality early childhood education

through developmentally and culturally appropriate, play-based, inclusive programming. The Program

Manager reports to the Executive Director and the position’s responsibilities include:

  • providing leadership for, and managing, day-to-day programs and operations;
  • ensuring the safe operation of YKDA facilities and the safety of its staff and members;
  • communicating with parents, staff, and external partners and service providers; and
  • assisting the Executive Director with various administrative tasks.

The YKDA operates in a new purpose-built facility with nine classrooms, a dedicated staff room, full

commercial kitchen, an office, and three outdoor play areas that serve up to 104 children aged 1 to 4 years

old. The YKDA also manages a separate facility with 30 afterschool children 4 to 8 years old.

Qualifications And Experience

The successful applicant will demonstrate the following qualifications and competencies in their cover

Letter And Resumé

  • completion of post-secondary education in a relevant field
  • competency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive
  • strong verbal and written communication skills
  • proven interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
  • cultural awareness
  • an understanding of relevant legislation and best practices in early childhood education.

Compensation And Benefits

The YKDA offers a competitive benefits package and salary, ranging from $70,000 to $80,000 per year in

addition to support for professional development. Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and

experience.

How to Apply

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resumé by Sunday, June 19 to:

Attn: Allan Twissell at NorthWays Consulting

RE: Program Manager (YKDA)

Email: ***email_hidden***

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Job Categories: Other. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000. Advertised until: 2022-07-07

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