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Position Details Position Title - Senior Manager, Youth Programs Employment Type: Full-time Contract (13-month contract with possibility of extension) Reports to: Director, Policy & Programs Salary Range: $70,500 to $85,500 per year annually with benefits and 3 weeks paid vacation UNICEF Canada currently operates under a Flexible-Hybrid model that requires team members to attend the office at least 2 days/week. Additional Notes - This is a bilingual role requiring English and French. As the Senior Manager, Youth Programs, youll boldly drive UNICEF Canadas mission to place young people at the heart of everything we do. Reporting to the Director, Policy and Research, youll lead the charge in shaping and executing a visionary approach to youth engagement and advocacy across Canada. In this high-impact role, youll lead the design, delivery, and evolution of innovative youth programs that empower young people to speak up, shape policy, and spark change. to ensure youth voices are not only heard but embedded in the DNA of our work. Youll also serve as UNICEF Canadas Child Safeguarding Lead, championing safe, inclusive, and ethical participation practices across all initiatives. With a strong focus on leadership and impact, youll manage a passionate team of youth advocates and volunteers, contribute to fundraising and storytelling efforts, and represent UNICEF Canada in global networks ensuring we remain a leader in youth participation worldwide. Looking for a powerful chance to inspire, innovate, and influence youth engagement across Canada? Design and Deliver Youth Programs (50%) Lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of five integrated youth programs: U-Report Canada, Youth Advocacy Program, the annual Youth Advocacy Summit, Youth Advocates, and Campus Clubs, ensuring meaningful youth engagement at every stage. Champion innovative, rights-based approaches to youth participation, embedding youth voices across UNICEF Canadas research, advocacy, and public engagement work. Oversee all aspects of youth program deliveryincluding research, design, communications, resource development, event planning, facilitation, and logistics. Mentor and support youth participants while fostering leadership, confidence, and impact. Engage youth through dynamic communication channels, presentations, events, and media opportunities. Strategic Oversight and Program Direction (20%) Provide strategic leadership for youth participation, aligning programs with UNICEF Canadas mission, priorities, and long-term goals. Shape the strategic vision and direction for youth participation as a core pillar of the organizations strategic plan. Monitor national and global trends to identify opportunities and gaps in youth participation, informing program direction and impact. Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate youth perspectives into cross-organizational strategies, including policy, communications, and brand. Lead program evaluation to measure impact and inform continuous improvement. Represent youth programs & participation in strategic planning processes, ensuring youth priorities are reflected in decision-making. Child Safeguarding and Capacity Building (5%) Serve as UNICEF Canadas lead on Child Safeguarding, ensuring compliance with UNICEF Global standards, Canadian legislation, and best practices. Participate in UNICEFs global safeguarding network to stay current on best practices and bring insights back to strengthen our domestic efforts. Develop and implement safeguarding policies, risk mitigation strategies, and youth-friendly participation guidelines. Promote safe, inclusive, and ethical youth engagement across all platforms, ensuring informed consent, equity, and cultural competency. Build organizational capacity through training, resources, and collaboration, with a focus on supporting youth from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Collaborate with the Development team to identify and secure funding for youth initiatives. Build Relationships and Grow Network (5%) Cultivate and steward new and existing partnerships with national and local youth organizations, especially those serving youth from diverse communities and backgrounds. Represent UNICEF Canada at public events and forums, sharing stories and insights that inspire youth to engage in the work we do. Develop compelling presentations and multimedia content to amplify youth voices and program impact. Strengthen connections with youth participation leads across the global UNICEF network. People Management (15%) Manage youth program participants (e.g., ~10-15 Youth Advocates, ~30 U-Report Ambassadors, ~3000 Campus Club members), as well as interns and external partners. Conduct performance reviews, goal setting, and coaching to support growth and engagement. Minimum of seven (7) years of experience designing and delivering youth-focused programs, projects, or participation initiatives. Proven experience working with diverse youth in leadership or facilitation roles (e.g., counsellor, program director, instructor). Strong understanding of child and youth development & participation, ethical engagement practices, and protection principles, including safeguarding responsibilities and ethical frameworks. Effective communicator both written and verbal with the ability to engage children and youth meaningfully. Strong project management skills, with the ability to initiate, organize, and deliver programs effectively. Proficient written and verbal language skills in French and strong Indigenous cultural competency or Indigenous contexts is required. Proficient with standard office software and social media platforms for youth engagement and program promotion. Willingness to travel locally and nationally as needed. Availability for occasional evening and weekend work. Existing and established relationships with youth organizations, networks, or professionals in Canada is an asset. UNICEF Canada is where diverse talent & passion come together to create extraordinary impact for every child. We are committed to being an employer of choice and building a culture that is inclusive, ambitious, compassionate, and high-impact. Extended Health/Dental benefits, Healthcare Spending Account, and Wellness Account Life, AD&D, & Long-Term disability insurance coverage Employer match contributions (5%) to a Group Pension Plan Access to parental leave top-up Flexible-hybrid work environment to support the work-life integration needs of our team Minimum 3 weeks of annual vacation (increases with time served) & 1 additional day per year of service (max 30) 10 paid sick days & 2 personal days Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program Internal leadership development, training, & mentorship programs that integrate Anti-Racism and diversity, equity, and inclusion principles Opportunities to access both local & global stretch assignments Centrally located head office in mid-town Toronto with satellite offices in Calgary & Montreal Easily accessed by public transit and a short walk from several parking locations UNICEF Canada is an inclusive workplace and is committed to championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. At UNICEF Canada, we believe strongly in personal connections, and our hiring process is entirely human-driven. Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document to include your salary expectations in your cover email and reference Senior Manager, Youth Programs in the subject heading. UNICEF Canada thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; Consistent with our Child Safeguarding Policy, all successful candidates must receive clearance by a police background check (including a vulnerable sector screen).