Opportunities

Salary Information

HL20 - $70,726.00 - $91,943.00 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Director of Workforce Planning, the Manager will lead the strategic planning, operations and overall direction of the Economic Immigration Ideas Lab (EIIL), with a focus on equitable immigration, settlement, and integration policy.
• Align multi-year and annual plans with NL Workforce Innovation Centre (NLWIC) and those of the provincial and federal government in consultation with the Department of Jobs, Immigration and Growth (JIG) priorities.
• Oversee research, pilot programs, and stakeholder engagement to inform evidence-based policy and practice.
• Provide expert advice to government, community, and private-sector partners.
• Manage budgets, performance metrics, reporting, and staff.
• Strengthen regional outreach and develop localized immigration strategies.
• Pursue funding and improve Lab operations for long-term impact and sustainability.
• Prepare strategic reports and presentations.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Screening Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, public policy, or social sciences (equivalencies will be considered).
• Experience developing or advising on immigration, settlement, or integration initiatives.
• Experience engaging and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of federal and provincial immigration policies and newcomer supports.
• Knowledge of immigration and integration challenges to Canada; particularly in Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Knowledge of policy, evaluation, and data analysis.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship building skills.
• Strategic planning and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Ability to lead initiatives and teams.
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources effectively. 
• Cultural competency and ability to work across diverse and cross-sectoral environments.
• Professionalism.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 

Conditions of Acceptance

• Acknowledges requirement for provincial travel (occasional).
• Acknowledges requirement for national travel (occasional).
• Acknowledges requirement for use of a private vehicle, insurance and valid driver's license.
• Willing to accept flexible start/end times for the workday.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Topsail Road Office.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Ashley Budgell, Selection Board Chair, by email at ashley.budgell@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA's core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!