Job Description

The Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Metis, also known as the Manitoba Metis. The Red River Metis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.


The MMF seeks to fill

one full-time Program Manager

position within our

Red River Metis Veterans Department

located at

90 Sutherland Ave

in

Winnipeg, MB

. The Program Manager is responsible for managing programs and activities for the Department.

Job Duties/Competencies:

Organize programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the department; Develop new programs to support the strategic plan of the department; Create and manage long-term goals; Develop a budget and operating plan for all programs; Ensure goals are met in areas including citizen satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance; Develop an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement; Write program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of services; Produce accurate and timely reports of program statuses throughout life cycle; Manage a team with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities; Promote Metis Veterans programs and services, communicate policies, procedures and guidelines to clients and the public.

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field of study; Minimum of 2 years' experience in developing and managing programs; Demonstrated ability to supervise staff; Strong judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills; Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred; Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset; Knowledge of Red River Metis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite 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 Monday, September 8, 2025.

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 Metis 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.