Senior Manager of Programs & Services – Full Time Continuing

Are you a senior leader with a strong feminist lens, committed to advancing gender-based violence (GBV) work in meaningful and innovative ways? If you are ready to take on a key leadership role in shaping programs, developing people, and contributing to organizational strategy and culture, Artemis Huron invites you to join us as Senior Manager, Programs & Services.

About us

At Artemis Huron we provide emergency shelter, a second-stage program, counselling, children's programs, and wrap-around support to women and families impacted by gender-based violence. Grounded in feminist, gender-based analysis (GBA+), and trauma and violence-informed (TVI) frameworks, our work is deeply relational, client-centered, and rooted in community partnerships. We are also intentional about creating a collaborative and professional work environment that is healthy, transparent, and aligned with our values.

About the role

As a Senior Manager, you will serve as part of the executive team, responsible for the strategic leadership, oversight, and operational management of all client-centered programs and services. You will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of innovative and high-impact services that respond to the evolving needs of women and families facing GBV. You will also play a crucial role in organizational leadership, cross-sectoral collaboration, risk management, and staff development, ensuring Artemis Huron is a leader in GBV services.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

- Provide strategic direction and organizational leadership, actively contributing to organizational strategy, planning, and decision-making.
- Lead a multidisciplinary staff team, fostering a high-performing, compassionate, and collaborative workforce. Build and sustain a positive, skilled workplace culture that values continuous learning, courageous conversations, and leadership at all levels.
- Provide executive oversight of program operations across all service areas, ensuring high standards of care,



compliance, and responsiveness to client needs. Oversee program evaluation, quality assurance and reporting, identifying gaps and opportunities to enhance service delivery.
- Act as a senior organizational voice in community and system-level collaborations, planning tables, coalitions and strategic initiatives, building and maintaining strong partnerships and advocating for systemic improvements.
- Oversee risk management, client safety, and crisis response protocols. Collaborate with the Executive Director on funding applications, grant reporting, and budget oversight for client service programs. Support the development and maintenance of organizational policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.

** A detailed role and responsibility document will be given to candidates offered an interview. What you bring to the role

Who You Are

- A visionary and relational leader who can think strategically while nurturing a strong and healthy workplace culture.
- Deeply committed to feminist, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed principles, with the ability to translate these values into organizational and program practices.
- Experienced in leading complex social service programs, including supervising multi-disciplinary teams, managing risk, and driving innovation.
- A skilled communicator and collaborator who can build strong relationships with staff, clients, and community partners.
- Grounded in integrity, professionalism, and compassion, with a commitment to reflective leadership and continuous learning.

Qualifications & experience

- Master’s degree in social work, Women’s Studies, Public Administration,



or related field (or equivalent combination of education and senior leadership experience).

- Minimum 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in the social services sector, including supervision of staff, program development, and organizational leadership.
- Strong understanding of gender-based violence, trauma-informed care, GBA+, and anti-oppressive practice.
- Demonstrated experience in organizational development, program evaluation, and strategic planning.

- Proven ability to manage budgets, reporting, and compliance.
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and relational leadership skills.
- Valid driver’s license and clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC).

What we offer

- Executive leadership opportunity in a mission-driven, feminist organization.
- Collaborative, values-based work culture that prioritizes growth, learning, and leadership development.

- Opportunities to shape innovative programs and systemic advocacy in GBV work.
- A competitive compensation package based on education and experience.

Location and hours of work

This is a full time position at 35 hours a week, working from our office located at 376 Huron Rd. Goderich ON., occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Applying

If this opportunity looks like a good fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

Please send your expression of interest and resume in PDF format to [email protected].

Artemis Huron is an equal opportunity employer and as such we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for fostering creativity and achieving our business goals.

We thank all those interested in the position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $80,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Manager of Programs & Services – Full Time Continuing (Goderich)
🏢 Artemis Huron (formerly Huron Women's Shelter)
📍 Goderich