Full-Time Commissioner Human Services
Job Description
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 affect systems 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.
The Region of Peel is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Legacy Partners and the Region of Peel throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
To explore this opportunity further, please contact Kartik Kumar at
ca*****@le**.ca
by May 9, 2024 11:59pm.
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