Youth Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced manager to lead child and youth programming on a term basis. This role oversees the planning, delivery, and administration of programs and services for young people, including day-to-day operations, staffing, budgets, work planning, and reporting. The successful candidate will help design and coordinate cultural, social, educational, and recreational activities that support wellbeing, personal growth, and community connection. This position works closely with internal teams and community partners to align services with organizational priorities and local needs. It also involves regular consultation with community advisors and youth representatives to gather input, review programming, and strengthen support services. The manager will be responsible for supervising staff, setting goals, monitoring performance, and ensuring programs are delivered effectively and respectfully. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary background in health, social services, education, or child and youth care, along with relevant experience in a community-based setting. Strong knowledge of youth wellbeing, trauma-informed approaches, case management, budgeting, and grant or proposal writing is required. Experience developing and evaluating programs, as well as familiarity with restorative and culturally grounded practices, will be considered an asset. Knowledge of local community values and youth-related legislation is also beneficial.