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CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well‑being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programmes, customised financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts, family support and organise charity events.

The Role

Under the direction of a Senior Manager, Military Family Services (MFS), the Employment and Entrepreneurship Program Manager will be responsible for contributing to and managing a team dedicated to creating and communicating employment connections and career development opportunities for Canadian military spouses/partners as they navigate the pressures of military life. You will bring a strong understanding of economic and labour market trends, experience with financial and contract management, as well as knowledge of virtual delivery of education and training programmes. You will support or represent MFS in strategic collaborations and partnerships within the Military‑Veteran‑Family community. You are a strong communicator, both in speaking and writing, and will lead tailored communications to multiple audiences on a variety of platforms, including newsletters and social channels. You will also prepare and deliver presentations, facilitate meetings and training events to stakeholders including families, employer partners, Military Family Resource Centres and CAF leadership.

You will liaise and engage with other teams within MFS and CFMWS to mobilise a network of support required to enhance the operational readiness of military members and the well‑being of their families.



You will collaborate closely with colleagues and community partners and oversee activities aimed at supporting families through military challenges like relocations, deployments and transitions. Your work will inform broader system improvements, highlight emerging needs and contribute to strategic outcomes that enhance the resilience of military families.

Qualifications Needed

Education, Certifications and Licences

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Commerce, Marketing or a related field and some years of experience in business partnership development, programme management, outreach, outplacement, recruiting or a related field.

Experience

- Developing and applying policies and procedures
- Providing leadership and strategic direction on career development programming, employer liaison and relationship development
- Researching labour market trends
- Developing targeted employment strategies
- Monitoring policy compliance
- Providing advice and guidance
- Making presentations
- Developing community partnerships
- Establishing and nurturing productive relationships
- Conducting market research
- Synthesising data into report formats
- Budget administration
- Personnel administration

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organisational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Language Requirements

English or French essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset.

Reading: Advanced

Writing: Functional

Oral: Advanced

Benefits Available

Health Benefits





Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), employee and family assistance programme, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance

Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family‑related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning

A defined benefit pension plan and group savings plans.

Learning and Development

Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities (including a LinkedIn Learning subscription) and second language training.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers.

Other Information

This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Versatile Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager. Interviews will be conducted virtually. As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must successfully complete a reliability status security screening. This is a temporary position with an anticipated start date of May 4, 2026 and end date of October 31, 2030.

Start Date

May 4, 2026

Inclusion and Accommodation

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Accommodation information will be addressed confidentially.

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📌 Employment and Entrepreneurship Program Manager-EN (Ottawa)
🏢 Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services
📍 Ottawa