The Region of Peel is seeking a Commissioner of Human Services with demonstrated and extensive experience in strategic planning, program development, and financial management within a government or non-profit environment to oversee a comprehensive portfolio of programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing the well-being and social development of individuals and families within the Peel community.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the role of the Commissioner is to implement change and provide the strategic vision and operational direction to department staff and information on corporate, department and program services, plans, strategies and initiatives to staff, ELT and Council.
This role encompasses strategic planning, program development, partnership management, community advocacy, and resource allocation to address diverse needs and systemic barriers related to housing services, early years and childcare services, income and social supports, and social development planning. Additionally, the Commissioner provides leadership to Peel Housing Corporation, ensuring the provision of safe and affordable housing options for residents.
The candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field with extensive leadership experience (8+ years) in leading large teams and managing a diverse portfolio of human services administration with a focus on housing, social assistance, and/or community development. The candidate will have a demonstrated track record of strengthening and leading organizational DEI practices and experience working to remove systemic barriers in a large corporation. Education and experience from outside Canada is welcomed.
The candidate will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and communicate complex ideas to a wide audience. The candidate will have political, intercultural, and business acumen and is an experienced leader with organizational awareness, relationship building and partnership capabilities, and who can work both independently and collaboratively across teams, the broader public sector and community partners. Knowledge of the diverse communities that comprise Peel and lived experience is a valuable asset.
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If you wish to be considered for the role, please email your cover letter and resume in PDF format to Kartik Kumar at careers@lesp.ca by May 9, 2024 at 11:59pm.
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Education and Experience:
- Post-secondary degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- Education and Experience from outside Canada is welcomed.
- Extensive leadership experience (8+ years) in leading large teams and managing a diverse portfolio of human services administration, with a focus on housing, social assistance, and/or community development.
- A minimum of 8 years demonstrated senior leadership experience in people management with a proven ability to mentor, coach, engage and motivate teams and individuals at varying levels.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices in areas such as housing policy, child welfare, income support programs, and community development.
- Knowledge of the diverse communities that comprise Peel and lived experience is a valuable asset
Leadership:
- Extensive leadership experience managing a large team and comprehensive portfolio spanning multiple large-scale projects and initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams in a political environment and represent the vision and position of the Region on organizational and operational issues to the public, the media and other key stakeholders within and outside of Peel.
- Strong sense of team and community with a high level of integrity, standards of ethics, respect and accountability with upholding the public interest.
- Leads with compassion and appreciation for the diversity within the organization and community
- Experience leading in a unionized environment is an asset.
Strategic Planning and Results-Focused:
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, program development, and financial management within a government or non-profit environment. Proven track record of achieving measurable results when executing complex and transformational initiatives for large organizations, demonstrating urgency and results-orientation.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and communicate complex ideas to a wide audience.
- Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to manage and develop relationships with stakeholders (e.g. Council, community groups, boards of trade, provincial and other levels of government) and position the relevant department and/or the Region as a recognized leader.
- Political and business acumen, an experienced leader with organizational awareness who can work both independently and collaboratively across teams and the broader public sector.
Accessibility, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
- Committed to accessibility and the reduction and removal of barriers that compromise the quality of life for persons with disabilities.
- Demonstrated track record of strengthening and leading organizational DEI practices and experience working to remove systemic barriers in a large corporation.
- Demonstrated ability to apply principles and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a track record of promoting social justice and advocating for marginalized communities.
$193,861 - $242,323 per annum, plus benefits
If you wish to be considered for the role, please email your cover letter and resume in PDF format to Kartik Kumar at careers@lesp.ca by May 9, 2024 at 11:59pm.
