Senior Manager – Program Operations

Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association

Senior Manager overseeing program operations at OSCIA, ensuring compliance and efficient delivery of agricultural programs. Leading a team and collaborating with government and stakeholders in a hybrid environment.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeGuelph • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$87,000 - CA$102,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing agricultural and environmental program operations, ensuring compliance with funding agreements, and managing staff performance. Proficient in program administration, stakeholder collaboration, and utilizing digital tools for reporting and analysis.

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Program AdministrationStaff SupervisionFunding ComplianceAnalytical SkillsStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Program DeliveryOperational ReportingPerformance SummariesLeadership ExperienceProject Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTraining and Feedback

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsDatabasesVisualization Platforms

Industry Keywords

Natural Resource ManagementAgricultureSoil ScienceBiologyAgronomyAgricultural Biosecurity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee day-to-day operations and delivery of agricultural and environmental programs
Ensure compliance with funding agreements and internal policies
Prepare operational reports and performance summaries
Supervise staff and provide training and performance feedback
Collaborate with stakeholders and partners for program planning and delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

A post-secondary degree in related fields (e.g. natural resource management, agriculture, soil science, biology, agronomy, agricultural biosecurity) is required
A graduate degree in a related field is considered an asset
5 years of progressive experience in program administration or delivery with demonstrated leadership experience
Proven experience supervising staff and managing multiple programs or projects simultaneously
Experience with funding or cost-share programs and government reporting requirements
Advanced organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with digital tools, databases, and visualization platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

OSCIA offers a competitive compensation package
Equal opportunity employer
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) compliance and accommodations available