Consultant, Student Success and Community Engagement

Job summary

Lead and coordinate initiatives across Manitoba’s K–12 education system that promote student attendance, engagement, belonging, well-being, and positive educational outcomes. Work with school divisions, Indigenous governments and organizations, community partners, and government colleagues to address barriers to participation and advance Indigenous student success.

Job details

Consultant, Student Success and Community Engagement CRC Curriculum and Assessment Consultant Regular/full-time Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning Community and School Relationships Unit, Indigenous Excellence in Education Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 45670 Salary(s): CRC $87,965.00 - $114,386.00 per year Closing Date: October 15, 2026 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar regular, term or acting status opportunities and will remain in effect for 6 months. Introduction The Indigenous Excellence in Education Division within the Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning is seeking to fill a regular full time Consultant, Student Success and Community Engagement position. Duties: The Consultant, Student Success and Community Engagement provides leadership, coordination, and support for priorities, programs, and strategies that promote attendance, engagement, belonging, and positive educational outcomes across Manitoba’s K to 12 education system. Working collaboratively with school divisions, Indigenous governments and organizations, community partners, and cross government staff, the Consultant provides leadership and coordination for initiatives that support student presence, engagement, belonging, and well-being, address barriers to participation, and advance Indigenous student success. Why Work For Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance. Financial Security Attractive salaries Defined pension plan Life insurance coverage Long-Term Disability Plan Benefit Plan Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more Annual health spending account for eligible employees Commitment to Health and Wellness Employee and Family Assistance Program Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options Professional Growth & Development We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals. Organizational Culture and Values The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants. Impact on Manitoba’s Future By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations. Qualifications: Essential: Post-secondary degree in education, public policy, social sciences, Indigenous studies, community development, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess or be eligible for a Manitoba Teacher’s Certificate or an appropriate Manitoba school clinician certificate, such as school social work, school psychology, or another relevant clinician area. Significant experience leading complex education policy or program, or community-based initiatives, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Experience conducting research and analysis, and preparing evidence-informed advice and/or recommendations within a work setting. Extensive knowledge of Manitoba’s K to 12 education system and Indigenous education, including relevant legislation and policies, Indigenous perspectives and protocols, truth and reconciliation, and issues affecting student success, attendance, engagement, and well-being. Excellent interpersonal skills, including experience developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with school divisions, Indigenous governments and/or organizations, community partners, and other stakeholders. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines. Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and sound judgment skills. Effective verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare and present sensitive information to a variety of audiences. Excellent written communication skills including the ability to write complex decision making documents for senior management Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check Must be willing and able to work extended hours as required Must be able to travel by ground and air across Manitoba with possible overnight stays, as required Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Apply Now: Advertisement # 45670 Talent Acquisition Human Resource Services 600-259 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9 Phone: 204-945-7518 Fax: 204-945-0601 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead and coordinate initiatives across Manitoba’s K–12 education system that promote student attendance, engagement, belonging, well-being, and positive educational outcomes. Work with school divisions, Indigenous governments and organizations, community partners, and government colleagues to address barriers to participation and advance Indigenous student success.

Requirements

Requires a relevant post-secondary degree or equivalent education and experience, plus eligibility for a Manitoba Teacher’s Certificate or an appropriate Manitoba school clinician certificate. Candidates need significant experience leading complex education or community initiatives, knowledge of Manitoba’s K–12 and Indigenous education contexts, and strong research, collaboration, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Defined Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Extended Health Care
• Annual Health Spending Account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Vacation Entitlement
• Parental, Maternity, and Adoptive Leave
• Training and Educational Assistance
• Leadership Development

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Education Policy and Program Leadership
• Program Planning and Implementation
• Program Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
• Research and Analysis
• Evidence-Informed Recommendations
• Indigenous Education
• Community Engagement
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Relationship Building
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Decision-Making Document Preparation

Job areas

• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Consulting

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