Location: Parkland County / Edmonton, Alberta
Reports to: Executive Director | Full-Time
Bredin Centre for Career Advancement is growing, and we are looking for a strategic, people-focused leader to help strengthen and scale our programs as we move into the next phase of impact.
The Director of Programming is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing program quality, performance, and consistency across Bredin Centre’s portfolio of employment and workforce development services. Working closely with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team, this role supports the execution of Bredin Centre’s program strategy, drives operational excellence, and ensures programs deliver strong outcomes for clients, employers, and funders.
In this role, you will:
- Support the execution of Bredin’s organization-wide program strategy aligned with the strategic plan and funder priorities.
- Provide oversight across the full program lifecycle, from design and implementation to evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Coach and support Program Managers, strengthening leadership capacity, accountability, and consistency.
- Monitor outcomes, service targets, and risks to ensure programs deliver measurable results.
- Partner with finance to manage program budgets and ensure responsible stewardship of public funds.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, employers, and community partners.
- Contribute to proposals, new program development, and growth opportunities.
- Use data to guide decisions, demonstrate impact, and improve quality.
We are looking for someone who brings:
- Strong operational and financial judgment in program or service delivery.
- Strong operational and financial judgment.
- Experience managing complex, multi-funder programs.
- A collaborative leadership style with a focus on people development and results.
- A commitment to equity, inclusion, and community impact.
Why Bredin?
You will join a purpose-driven organization with a strong reputation for trust, innovation, and results. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to strengthen programs that support Albertans into employment while contributing to long-term organizational sustainability.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to: debbie.green@bredin.ca
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Bredin Centre for Career Advancement seeks to fully integrate the principles of Employment Equity and will ensure the full participation and advancement of members of historically disadvantaged groups (i.e., members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, and aboriginal peoples). Bredin Centre for Learning will achieve this by ensuring that its hiring process is fair and equitable for all persons.
Bredin Centre for Career Advancement strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Bredin Centre for Career Advancement will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.