ADMN O 24R - Grants Program Manager

Posting Title
ADMN O 24R - Grants Program Manager

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R24

Union
GEU

Work Options

Location
Gabriola, BC V0R 1X3 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$41.6543 - $47.4516 hourly

Close Date
1/1/2025

Job Type
Regular Part Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Municipal Affairs

Ministry Branch / Division
Islands Trust

Job Summary

Grants Program Manager
Administrative Officer 24

Located in Coast Salish territory, the Islands Trust is a special purpose government responsible for protecting the unique amenities and environment of more than 450 islands and surrounding waters in the southern Strait of Georgia and Howe Sound. Created by the Province via the Islands Trust Act, Islands Trust plans and regulates local land use, coordinates with other levels of government and First Nations on key issues impacting the area, and protects land through the Islands Trust Conservancy.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Grants Program Manager advances the Islands Trust's strategic priorities through seeking and managing external funding. The Grants Program Manager provides advice on appropriate funding opportunities, develops partnerships with interested and affected parties to seek new resources and foster collaboration, and manages projects through the entire project lifecycle. The Program Manager is responsible for leadership, expertise, analysis and advice with regard to the overall planning, development and implementation of the grants program.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in business administration, public administration, project management, environmental studies or community planning or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years' experience with grant writing for public or non-profit agencies.
• Five years' experience in budget management and financial reporting.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and related experience may be considered.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants with any or all of the following:

• Proven success at grant writing.
• Certificate or higher in project management.
• Two years' experience working with senior officials and managing relationships with interested and affected parties.
• One year's experience with financial estimates and reporting.
• Experience in coordinating a wide range of concurrent and sometimes changing projects or initiatives.

Provisos:

• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service.
• Must be willing to work overtime, including some evenings and weekends.
• Some travel and overnight travel is a requirement of this position, including by ferry and water taxi.
• Possession and maintenance of a Class 5 BC Driver's License.

For questions regarding this position, please contact cfrater@islandstrust.bc.ca .

About this Position:

This position is part time (28hours biweekly)

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent full time or part time opportunities.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying. If you do not include a month and year that indicates a start and end date, years that may be viewed as partial years will not be counted towards your experience.

Questionnaire: YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire

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Job Category
Administrative Services, Social Services