Guide Indigenous program operations at the Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq, emphasizing performance, funding, budgets, and respectful community relationships. UNSM’s Director of Capacity Development leads a multidisciplinary department supporting Membertou, Eskasoni, Potlotek, Wagmatcook, and We’koqma’q. Reporting to the Executive Director, this full time permanent role sets direction within approved priorities. The position connects service delivery, staffing, financial sustainability, and community needs.

Key Responsibilities
- Oversee performance and continuity across department programs
- Lead staffing, succession, and recruitment planning
- Manage departmental budgeting and resource planning
- Monitor spending, sustainability, and proposed service expansions




- Provide updates on delivery, staffing, finances, and approvals

Requirements:
- Seven-plus years leading managers and multidisciplinary programs
- Experience managing budgets and government-funded programs
- Experience with Indigenous Services Canada funding
- Strong judgment, coaching, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Apply operational leadership, budget management, and relationship-building skills to strengthen UNSM programs serving five Mi’kmaq communities.

📌 Director Indigenous Program Operations (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality