WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services’ (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work with a purpose every day in an inclusive, healthy, respectful and rewarding work environment.

THE ROLE

Under the direction of the Manager, Military Family Services (MFS) Europe, the MFS Community Services Manager evaluates, implements, coordinates and promotes community programs for targeted groups, such as adults, youth and children, separately or combined, as specified by the employee work planner. He/She develops and maintains ties with community groups, support agencies, schools or other organizations to enhance programs and services and prevent duplication of programs and/or services. He/She manages employees, liaises with co-workers and other MFS locations to develop and share best practices, and participates in professional development workshops and staff meetings, as required. He/She liaises with the local Commanding Officer (CO) to ensure chain of command goals and objectives are met, and with the MFS Europe Advisory Committee representative to assist with collection of community needs information.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses:

- College diploma/certificate in Human Sciences, Communication, Marketing, Education or a related field AND experience in youth studies, community development or a related field.
- Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications, an asset

Experience:





- In community development principles
- In community services program theories and practices
- In coordination and evaluation of community programs
- In basic budget and resource management
- In advertising and communication strategies
- In personnel management
- In facilitation, teaching and/or group training
- In applying policies, procedures and regulations
- In using software for word-processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail and Internet browsing

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

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

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual Essential

- Reading: Functional (3)
- Writing: Basic (2)
- Oral: Functional (3)

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: 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 Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of skilled association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.





Perks: Unit Fund Subsidies (Recreation & Travel), Chalet Program, Discounts through CFAppreciation, access to onsite Fitness Centre where available.

Foreign Services Benefits: *Applicable to sponsored employees only

- Foreign Service Premium: $1,320 Cdn Monthly
- Post Specific Allowance: $295 Cdn Monthly
- Post Living Allowance: Based on Monthly Canadian Price Index
- Shelter/Utility Allowance: Based on Salary, Family Size and Rent Cost

OTHER INFORMATION

A 3 year journey like no other.

The successful candidates may be eligible for relocation benefits specifically outlined in the OUTCAN Relocation Policy.

Positions are available in (1) Naples, Italy and (1) Casteau (Mons), Belgium.

These are Sponsored Fixed Term Employment Contracts for a initial term of 3 years with possibility of renewal(s). Secondments possible for internal CFMWS employees.

These Category II positions are open to all interested parties who are not stateless persons, nor nationals of any State that is not a party to the North Atlantic Treaty, nor national of, or resident in Belgium or Italy.

START DATE

- June/July 2022 Negotiable

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 the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.

📌 MFSE Community Services Manager (Naples & Casteau) (Ontario)
🏢 CFMWS
📍 Ontario