Purpose

The Early Learning & Child Care Program Manager leads the operation of the local early learning and child care sector within the Social Services Department. They will contribute to strategic planning, development of budgets, management of operating budgets, development of policies and procedures. The Early Learning & Child Care Program Manager will build strategic internal and external partnerships by working with stakeholders, various levels of government and community to support the development and implementation of Community Services. Responsibilities

Leadership and Departmental Management

Provide leadership and supervision to Early Learning and Child Care staff and managers in a manner that motivates, guides, and directs employees to the realization of departmental goals and objectives. Maintain a work environment that promotes staff participation, teamwork, and positive labour relations. Lead the administration of provincial and federal investments into the early learning and child care system, including over 2500 licensed child care spaces, EarlyON programming, Special Needs Resourcing and any other local or provincial initiatives while ensuring Grey County is meeting all obligations in compliance with relevant legislation including but not limited to the Child Care and Early Years Act and the Ontario Child Care Service Management and Funding Guidelines. Oversee the direct delivery of county operated licensed home child care and EarlyON programs. Direct the engagement and development of partnerships with community partners to advance healthy, engaged communities. Lead staff in the implementation of policy and procedures related to the delivery of Federal, Provincial, and local programs. Conducts of regular performance reviews, appraisals and follow up action.



Takes and/or recommends action for employees, i.e.,, recent assignments, promotions, training, disciplinary action, or dismissal. Develop and maintain a Children’s Services Plan to be shared with the Ministry of Education and County Council. Ensures licensed child care, EarlyON and special needs program delivery operator activities are in line with purchase of service agreement by on site visits. Monitors and approves administration of funding to eligible licensed child care programs. Represents the department at regional and provincial meetings. Policy and Program Development

Participate and provide leadership in strategic planning initiatives for Early Learning and Child Care Department. develop and implementn of department goals, objectives, business and strategic plans, policies, procedures, and best practices. Develops, plans, and maintains effective training programs to meet the changing needs of clients and Ministry expectations Review, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of early learning and child care programs, policies, and initiatives to continually improve operational processes, service quality and service outcomes. Review, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of internal processes, policies, and initiatives to continually improve operational processes,



service quality and support healthy communities Develop reports to County Council including information about the department, information about Ministry program roll out and recommendations for the early learning and child care system. Develop and maintain collaborative and strategic relationships with municipal peers, community leaders and Ministry staff to solidify partnerships, long-term objectives and plans as well as design stakeholder consultations to inform service planning, implementation of programs and services delivered by the department. Implements programs and policies internally and with the broader early learning and child care community. Budget Development and Financial Management

Develops and maintains the annual operating budget for Early Learning and Child Care consistent with established financial guidelines of the province and the County in collaboration with the Finance Department. Responsible for monitoring activities and costs as related to the overall utilization of resources required to meet operational requirements. Participates in annual internal and external audit processes, including provincial statistical and financial reporting. Ensures annual Ministry of Education reporting is completed in line with provincial agreements. Other

Monitor program outcomes and reports to the Director of Community Services Apprise Director of Community Services of local, provincial, and federal policies and initiatives that impact on the early learning and child care sector, change in trends in programs, community needs and recommend action. Represent the Department/County on provincial and local communities and meetings. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Services. Act in the absence of the Director of Community Services as assigned. Working Conditions

📌 Early Learning and Child Care Program Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 Grey County
📍 Winnipeg