Manager, Program Implementation

Role Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Director, Apprenticeship Education and Pathways, the Manager, Program Implementation , is responsible for leading a diverse range of projects that support program development and innovation for AIT to address new strategic and mandate-driven priorities; and expand the apprenticeship model to include new education programs and designated trades. 

All projects are multi-faceted that involve multiple internal and external stakeholders and linkages to ministry priorities, strategic policy, and legislation. The scope of project leadership includes stakeholder engagement and liaison; managing research; managing project documents and progress; development of recommendations and advice for senior, executive, and political leaders; movement of decision-documents through approval channels; and leading implementation or transition to other units for implementation.

The Manager, Program Implementation is expected to:
 

• Lead development and implementation of new education programs and designated trades as part of the Industry Pathways initiative to expand application the apprenticeship learning model.
• Manage strategic and operational projects to advance achievement of division and department priorities from planning through to completion; also managing program operations that reside with the team post-development. 
• Develop and lead a common approach to program development and implementation and identify and assess innovation in program planning and delivery.
• Engage in effective issues integration on a range of assigned topics and issues, engaging other branches and departments as needed, drafting and consolidating briefings and advice for senior, executive, and political leaders.
• Present integrated updates, briefings, and intelligence to senior, executive and political leaders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholder groups such as industry representatives, post-secondary institutions, department and cross-ministry staff. 

To be effective in this position, you need to have strong analysis, relationship building and systems-thinking abilities and be able to thrive in a complex, dynamic environment. You must be proficient at managing stakeholders, projects and programs while simultaneously being aware of key trends, issues and opportunities that impact your work. This also requires remaining sensitive to the larger political and societal context in which the key objectives of responsiveness, innovation, and collaboration are to be achieved. Your knowledge of Alberta’s labour market, economy, post-secondary education system and stakeholders along your ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining resilience will help you succeed in this challenging and exciting role.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
 

• Systems Thinking - Manages projects from a conceptual stage, through to implementation; aligns projects to strategic priorities and expected outcomes; foster a holistic view of program development and change management; identifies impacts and interdependencies.
   
• Creative Problem Solving - Works across division units and other departments analyze strategic issues and develop integrated responses and recommendations for ministry leaders; reframes situations to facilitate positive change in the face of resistance.
   
• Agility - Identifies other plans in unclear or complex situations; addresses tension and conflict, focusing on achieving positive results; integrates changes into existing work activities; fosters initiatives across the department toward innovation, collaboration, and responsiveness to evolving program needs.
   
• Develop Networks - Identifies key members of project teams to ensure a full spectrum of perspectives is presented during projects; maintains strong working relationships even when specific projects are not active; looks for long-term and mutually beneficial solutions.
   
• Build Collaborative Environments - Engages and works with others to think broadly about program implementation projects and opportunities; encourages open communication to mitigate risks; develops the skills and knowledge of others to create results.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Education, Arts, Business Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences and other related field and four years of progressively related experience.
 

• Program development and implementation experience is required.
• Stakeholder management experience is required. 
• Project planning and management experience is required.

The Manager, Program Implementation requires: 
 

• Thorough knowledge of stakeholder management, including developing and maintaining relationships and identifying needs, solutions and common ground. 
• In-depth knowledge and experience in education program development and implementation.
• Experience leading projects across multiple subject matters while managing ambiguity and competing priorities.
• Knowledge of key trends impacting the Alberta labour market, particularly in relation to skilled trades and industry, and the economic environment in which the adult learning system exists.
• Knowledge of the apprenticeship education and skilled trades system in Alberta, including related legislation, policies and programs.
• Knowledge of government priorities, mandate items and current and upcoming government strategies, and how they align with ministry business plan goals and the work of the unit.
• Team leadership and management skills including financial and human resource management frameworks, policies, and processes in place across the GoA.
• Strategic and operational planning skills. 
• Ability to work independently, make appropriate decisions and act as required. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This is a full-time permanent position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 

Working location is Commerce Place 10155 102 Street Edmonton AB.
 
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.