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‑well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

THE ROLE

The Program Support Manager, MFS will manage, develop, implement and evaluate MFS programs, services and initiatives to meet the needs of the military community, develop and maintain strategic partnerships within the military and other service delivery agencies, as well as review programs and services to ensure compliance and consistency with Military and Veteran Family Services Program (MVFSP). The Program Support Manager, MFS will develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and program guidelines, as well as lead project teams in the development and implementation of service/support programs and review policies, strategies, regulatory guidelines, programs costs/budgets and evaluation tools. This role requires that the ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience and the ability to lead, mentor and support staff in the delivery of programs and services.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

- Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Family Studies, Education,



Management or a related field,
- AND several years of experience in managing family or community development services

Experience

- In working with a cross-section of the community
- In developing, implementing and overseeing family related programs
- In measuring and analyzing service performance
- In personnel administration
- In project management
- In planning and conducting presentations, workshops and briefing sessions
- In contract negotiations and administration
- In developing, applying, interpreting policies and procedures
- In non-violent crisis intervention, an asset

Competencies, Skills And Abilities

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

Language Requirements

- English or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset,
- Reading: Advanced Level
- Writing: Functional Level
- Oral: Advanced Level

Benefits Available

- Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, 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: Tuition Reimbursement Program, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
- Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
- Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Perks

Other Information

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location located at 5th Canadian Division Support Base Gagetown, 159 Champlain Ave, Oromocto, NB.

Required to work some evenings and weekend events.

Some local travel required.

Interviews will be conducted in person.

As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must successfully complete a Reliability status security screening.

As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must complete a Vulnerable Sector Check.

START DATE

September 21, 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. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

New Brunswick

📌 Program Support Manager, MFS - Gagetown-EN (Burton Parish)
🏢 Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services
📍 Burton Parish