Job Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary . City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits . Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.




As a Team Lead of Community Funding Strategies you will advance the social well-being and safety of Calgarians through a wide range of social service planning and policy development, and community funding program management. Primary duties include:

• Supervising a team of staff dealing with complex social issues, while employing flexible leadership and coaching strategies that supports creative and analytical thinking.
• Managing the finances and human resources of the section, including operating budget, hiring, staff development and learning, and performance management.
• Leading the development, maintenance, and updates to a range of community and social service funding frameworks and oversee the implementation strategies for multiple funding streams, with different eligibility criteria, including contracts with other orders of government.
• Overseeing the evaluation of proposals and make recommendations for the allocation of community funding, with input from internal and external partners.
• Evaluating and monitoring the effectiveness of funding policies, plans and frameworks, advising senior management on issues and opportunities and proposing strategic solutions.
• Overseeing the development of written reports, briefing notes, memos and presentations.
• Collaborating across other business units, funders, community partners and other orders of government in identifying and responding to emerging issues as they relate to community funding.

Qualifications

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  A degree and at least 8 years of experience OR;
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  A graduate degree and at least 4 years of experience in the social services field, with an emphasis on systems planning, funding policy and process development, implementation and impact assessment.
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  Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
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  Previous experience and knowledge of non-profit organizations and those who deliver social services programs considered an asset.
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  Formal supervisory and project management experience is an asset.
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  Experience working with senior administration and political leaders is an asset.
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  Successful candidates must have demonstrated experience in the following factors:
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    Strong leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to motivate others to action and collaborate across the organization and with external partners.
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    Well-developed political acumen and organizational sensitivity, with the ability to effectively advocate for change, influence others and resolve conflict.
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    Critical thinking and ability to coach direct reports in developing approaches to identify and resolve issues, analyze material, and respond to emerging challenges.
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    Advanced oral and written communications skills.

Pre-employment Requirements

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  Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
  

Union: Exempt

Business Unit: Community Strategies




Position Type: 1 Permanent

Location: 315 10 Avenue SE




Compensation: Level F $89,632 \xe2\x80\x93 137,281 per annum

Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.




Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week




Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: January 17, 2023





Job ID #: 306790