Job Title: Program Manager- C.A.R.E for Migrant Workers Support - Subcontractor Monitoring
Status: Regular, Full Time (exempt)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Start Date: June 15, 2026
End Date: March 31, 2027 (with possibility of extension)
Salary: This position starts at $72,000 per year and increases to $103,535 per year, over a 10- year period. This salary range incorporates experience, yearly salary increments to reward years of service, employee growth and development within the organization.
Date Posted: June 5, 2026
Closing Date: Open until filled
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Partnership & Collaboration, the C.A.R.E. Program Manager is tasked with effectively and efficiently coordinating DIVERSEcity's Collective Advocacy for Rights and Education (C.A.R.E.) For the Migrant Workers Support Project. This pivotal role within the organization encompasses delivering high-quality programmatic oversight, fostering relationships with migrant workers and community partners for collaborative continuous support, and driving program improvement through data-driven evaluation. The Program Manager maintains budget and subcontractors, managers human resources, oversees subcontractor performance and financial claims, and manages risk within the C.A.R.E. project. Additionally, the Project Manager will contribute to the agency's strategic platform.
Key Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with the Senior Manager on all contractual work, including budget management, preparation of monthly expense claims for both the project and its subcontractors, and financial and narrative reports.
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Monitor and ensure program service quality, innovation, participation, utilization, and evaluation.
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Develop M.O.U.s for sub-agreement holders, redistributing funding with support from finance, and monitor subcontractors' financial claims and performance.
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Monitor and evaluate the collective impact of partnerships on the lives of migrant workers.
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Prepare budget forecasts for assigned programs and monitor expenditures with the finance department.
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Prepare funding and proposal applications for subcontractors.
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Coordinate partner/sub-agreement approaches and mobilize knowledge informed by TFW (Temporary Foreign Workers) lived experience, supported by innovative tools and training.
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Set up project infrastructure (project work plan, outreach, and communications plan).
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Develop and update the Migrant Worker Knowledge Hub and monthly calendar of events and services.
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Provide reports to funders, assigned supervisor, or Board of Directors, as required.
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Participate collaboratively within internal teams, external committees, advisory groups, and relevant networks to stay informed on emerging issues, build programming capacity, and advocate on behalf of migrant workers.
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Actively develop strategic partnerships with non-traditional sectors and partners.
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Conduct sub-contractor negotiations under the direction of the Senior Manager and Director.
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Oversee all required C.A.R.E. for Migrant worker's support meetings.
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Recruit and coordinate C.A.R.E. project staff and contractors.
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Research further funding streams and develop grant proposals based on strategic needs.
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Coordinate relevant training, knowledge-sharing and cross-sectoral events.
Qualified candidates will possess:
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Minimum university or college diploma in community planning and engagement, social policy, not-for-profit management, or demonstrated related experience in the field.
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Minimum three years' experience supervising and developing staff and teams; supervision experience within a unionized environment preferred.
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3 years' experience in Project Management, including experience with subcontractor monitoring and evaluation and managing financial claims.
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Understanding of the migration and settlement experiences of migrant workers.
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Experience with budget forecasting and expenditure monitoring.
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Proven success in multicultural settings.
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Proven track record of working with multiple community and governmental stakeholders to catalyze collaboration (including agricultural and consulates)
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Proven ability to plan large scale events
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Deep understanding of equity, diversity, and cultural safety.
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Excellent organizational and project management skills.
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Understanding of Impact Evaluation and Outcomes measurement.
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Ability to multitask and adapt to emerging needs.
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Effective communication and public speaking skills.
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Strong computer literacy and proficiency with funder Client Management Systems, MS Office 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint and particularly EXCEL).
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Bilingual – English/Spanish is a definite asset; knowledge of other languages is strongly preferred.
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Valid BC (British Columbia) Driver's License and access to a car.
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Ability to work some evening and weekends.
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Ability to do provincial travel as needed
Application Requirements:
To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments. Please note that only Word or PDF formats can be accepted. As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered.
To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit www.dcrs.ca/work-with-us/.
Additional Information:
This position is based in our Surrey office and offers a blend of in-office and remote work. DIVERSEcity has implemented new safety procedures for in-office and in-person work, to view our safety plan, please visit www.dcrs.ca/news/diversecity-covid-19-safety-plan/. As an organization we continue to monitor public health and safety guidelines in order to maintain a safe working environment for DIVERSEcity' s staff, clients, and community. This position is not available for sponsorship, only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered.
A comprehensive job description will be provided to all candidates shortlisted for interviews.
DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
About DIVERSEcity:
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registered charity devoted to helping newcomers. For 40 years we have focused on providing specialized services newcomers to find employment, learn English, find housing, deal with family challenges, work through mental health issues and access medical care. DIVERSEcity is a client-centred organization committed to quality and accountability. We value growth, respect, integrity and compassion. To learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at www.dcrs.ca/.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
