Director of Childcare
Date Posted: July 20, 2026
Competition Number: 102-26/27
Location: Kelowna, BC (regional travel required throughout the Okanagan)
Join BGC Okanagan as a Director of Childcare!
Director of Childcare – West Kelowna & South Region will provide strategic and operational leadership across an established portfolio of childcare programs while leading the successful opening, stabilization, and long-term sustainability of three new licensed childcare centres over the coming year. This leadership role is responsible for building strong, sustainable operations, developing high-performing teams, fostering meaningful community partnerships, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional, high-quality childcare programs that create lasting positive outcomes for children and families.
At BGC Okanagan we are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices and building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people who have been historically marginalized for many reasons, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or age.
If you need accessibility support at any stage of the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know and we will accommodate such requests when made.
What You'll Lead
- The successful opening and launch of three new licensed childcare centres.
- Childcare operations across West Kelowna, Peachland, Summerland, Penticton, and Okanagan Falls.
- The development of childcare teams.
- Sustainable program growth
- Regional budgets, operational planning, and performance.
- Strong partnerships with municipalities, school districts, and community organizations.
A culture of quality, accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and exceptional client service.
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We're Looking for Someone Who
- Has demonstrated experience leading multi-site operations or complex service delivery
- Has a proven ability to lead teams through growth, change, and organizational development.
- Demonstrates strong operational, financial and strategic planning skills.
- Experience building partnerships and collaborating with community stakeholders.
- Balances people leadership, program quality, and business outcomes.
Has experience in licensed childcare or early years operations
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Here’s what we offer when you join our team:
- A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
- Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
- Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
- Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
- A comprehensive benefits plan
So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything!
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for childcare operations, ensuring programs align with the organization's vision, mission, strategic priorities, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality, sustainable childcare programs and services.
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with municipalities, school districts, Indigenous communities, funders, and community organizations to enhance services and respond to community needs.
- Identify funding opportunities and lead grant applications, business cases, and program development initiatives to support organizational growth.
- Oversee regional budgets, financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal accountability and operational excellence.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, fostering employee engagement, accountability, professional growth, and a positive workplace culture.
- Ensure effective workforce planning, performance management, and compliance with Agency policies, licensing standards, and legislative requirements.
- Monitor program outcomes, analyze performance data, and prepare reports to meet funder, contractual, and organizational accountability requirements.
- Represent the organization on committees, working groups, and community initiatives, advocating for children, families, and accessible, high-quality childcare.
Contribute as a member of the Leadership Team by supporting strategic planning, organizational priorities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Qualifications:
- Demonstrated operational and administrative management experience, including financial management, strategic planning, organizational leadership, human resources, communication, program administration, and knowledge of counselling and social services. These competencies are typically acquired through completion of a university degree in a discipline relevant to BGC Okanagan's operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three to five years of progressively responsible management experience, preferably within the community social services sector, with demonstrated expertise in childcare and community-based programs and services, applicable legislation, policies, and best practices.
- Experience managing community partnerships and stakeholder relations is required.
- Early Childhood Educator certification is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience leading and supporting early years and school-age childcare programs.
- Current knowledge of research, evidence-informed practices, and emerging trends in child development.
- Knowledge of BC Childcare Licensing Regulations, and Provincial Childcare funding initiatives.
Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean abstract
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Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday; occasional evenings and weekends may be required
Rate of Pay : $90,000 - $96,000 per year
Closing Date: August 3, 2026
BGC Okanagan is committed to equitable hiring practices. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with refugee status who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining BGC Okanagan; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
