MCCA Program Services Administrator
Full Description
Join the Manitoba Child Care Association as our Program Services Administrator and help deliver programs, professional development, and member services that strengthen early learning and child care across Manitoba. Working closely with the Professional Development Manager, you will turn plans into well-executed experiences for members through thoughtful coordination, clear communication, and responsive administrative support.
Key Responsibilities
Communications: Support the development and distribution of MCCA publications, newsletters, website and social media content, and member communications. Respond to member inquiries and stay informed about emerging trends and issues in early learning and child care.
Professional Development and Training: Assist in planning, coordinating, and delivering professional development opportunities, workshops, seminars, and MCCA’s annual provincial conference, including presenter coordination, registration, and exhibitor relations.
Membership and Committees: Support membership engagement activities, events, campaigns, and volunteer recognition initiatives. Provide administrative support to committees, facilitate communication, and participate in assigned committee activities.
Administration and Team Support: Maintain accurate records, support organizational planning and coordination, follow established policies and procedures, and collaborate with staff to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services.
The Ideal Candidate Is
Language Requirement: Written and oral fluency in English. Bilingual skills are an asset.
Educational Requirements: A diploma, degree, or equivalent credential eligible for classification at the ECE II or ECE III level, plus at least five years of experience as an ECE, supervisor, or manager. A relevant combination of skills and experience will also be considered.
The successful applicant will: Be very familiar with MCCA’s programs and services. Have comprehensive knowledge of licensed early learning and child care in Manitoba. Have outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Be a self-motivated individual who strives for excellence in all aspects of job performance. Be innovative and creative and have a positive and cheerful disposition. Be able to work as a team member. Work accurately, independently, and meet timelines without reminders. Be highly organized, flexible, innovative, and able to function in a fast-paced work environment. Be able to work some evenings and Saturdays. Have occasional use of a reliable vehicle. Be proficient in and accurate using Microsoft Office, Excel, internet, email, Canva.
Benefits
Enjoy three weeks of vacation after one year of service; a cost-shared group benefits plan with Canada Life; employer contributions to an RRSP beginning in your second year; and, after 12 months of continuous service, three paid days off during the office closure between December 24 and January 2. Easter Monday, Terry Fox Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Remembrance Day, and Boxing Day are also recognized as paid days off.
Standard work hours are between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday. Hours associated with the Program Services Administrator position are flexible, therefore you must be available to work some evenings and weekends.
Contact Information
Please email your resume in confidence to Tracy Cosser, MCCA’s Assistant Director, at tcosser@mccahouse.org. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.