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Program Lead

Job ID3D-21-6F-AC-4B-B5
CompanyWomen Entrepreneurs Of Saskatchewan (WESK)
LocationSaskatoon
ProvinceSaskatchewan
Date Posted2024-06-25
Posted Until2024-07-09
Job TypeFixed-term
Job CategoryService Sector
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Description
About WESK:

Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK) has proudly supported Saskatchewan's women entrepreneurs since 1995. As a distinguished non-profit, membership-based organization, we are dedicated to providing essential resources and opportunities to women entrepreneurs, including business advising, financing, networking, and educational programs.

The mission at WESK revolves around bridging the gender entrepreneurship gap by empowering women through economic and social avenues. With a firm commitment to gender parity, the organization envisions a future where all Saskatchewan entrepreneurs, regardless of gender, have equal opportunities to achieve remarkable success and recognition.

Though our primary locations are located in Saskatoon and Regina, the services offered are readily accessible across the entirety of Saskatchewan. We exist to serve the needs of women entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey, be it inception, growth, or expansion.

We may be a small team, but our commitment to assisting women entrepreneurs across Saskatchewan is unwavering. Our size allows us to be agile and responsive to the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in our day-to-day. In our non-profit environment, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of our approach. Team members come together with a shared dedication to our cause, working in harmony to address the evolving needs of women entrepreneurs.

We are looking for a full-time, term Program Lead in Saskatoon. Reporting to the Program & Growth Manager, the Program Lead is responsible for the delivery of WESK programs and supports.

This position is perfect for you if you...
Proactively solve problems and prioritize tasks effectively
Identify areas for improvement and present impactful solutions (you don't just make it work; you make it better!)
Seek guidance and clarification when needed
Adapt quickly to new processes and technologies with a growth mindset
Lead and motivate others
Feel comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback

Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of project management including scope, resources, timelines, budgets, and deliverables
Manage and support multiple training initiatives and projects simultaneously, such as webinars, workshops, on-demand learning, and special projects
Administer programs by scheduling and coordinating online and in-person training sessions
Communicate effectively with participants, facilitators, external contractors, subject matter experts, and stakeholders
Collect and analyze feedback to enhance program effectiveness, and prepare reports to meet funding requirements and demonstrate program impact
Build and maintain relationships with women entrepreneurs, WESK partners, stakeholders, and support organizations across Saskatchewan
Conduct research on training trends, best practices, and opportunities for program enhancement
Assist the Program & Growth Manager in proposal writing, as required
Participate in strategic planning and internal operational committees to support WESK's mission
Represent WESK at community and business events

At WESK, we hope to create an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and included. To reinforce our efforts, we have implemented an assessment tool that evaluates our performance in areas like recruitment, leadership, client services, and community involvement. We strive to ensure equity, diversity, and inclusion are deeply integrated into our decision-making processes, policies, and daily interactions.
Start DateAugust 2024
Salary$60,000 To $70,000 per year
Essential SkillsMission- driven: have a desire to make a positive impact for women entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan
Communication: work effectively in a team and communicate clearly and respectfully with colleagues, clients, partners, and stakeholders
Collaboration: build and maintain positive and productive relationships with colleagues, clients, partners, and stakeholders by consistently demonstrating a commitment to collaboration, inclusivity and trust
Adaptability: adapt to changing priorities, processes, technologies, and client needs
Planning and organization: manage priorities, set objectives and meet timelines
Resourcefulness: be creative in finding solutions to problems
Attention to detail: focus on all areas of a project or task to produce consistent, high-quality, accurate work
Accountability: be accountable for actions, decisions, and outcomes
Confidentiality: act with integrity and protect client information
Personal leadership and initiative: display a proactive approach to work, take the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and take on new challenges
ExperienceProject management with proactive oversight, including setting objectives, meeting timelines, and ensuring successful collaboration with team members
Event planning for both virtual and in-person formats
Facilitation of workshops and training sessions
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Effective computer skills (Microsoft 365, OneDrive, SharePoint, WordPress)
LanguagesEnglish
Work SettingsOffice
OtherBenefits:
Robust employer-contributed benefits package (health, vision, dental) and retirement savings plan
Free parking
Hybrid position: option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
Access continuous professional development through training opportunities, networking, and learning from entrepreneurs across Saskatchewan

Employment type: full-time, term (August 2024 to March 2026)
How To ApplyClick Apply Now!

If you enjoy a collaborative work environment, where you directly impact client success, please email your resume to Amanda Parkinson, at: aparkinson@wesk.ca by midnight on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Only candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.