Key Responsibilities

The Summer Program Manager leads the planning and delivery of child and youth programs and community life experiences at Naramata Centre.  The role works closely with summer program leaders and the Operations team to deliver an experience that meets/exceeds the expectations of guests and visitors.  

The Summer Program Managers reports to the General Manager.  The role leads the summer staff team, coordinates on site program leaders and supports organization and delivery of special events for guests and visitors. 

Full Time: June 27 - August 29 | 35-40 hours per week onsite
Part Time: April 21 - June 26 | 5 hours per week remote 

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

Program Planning & Special Events

• Plan, coordinate and schedule community life experiences, special events and age appropriate child and youth programs during the summer season.  Includes leading online planning meetings with summer staff before the start of the summer season.

• Engage and oversee program leaders for community life experiences within budgetary constraints.

• Supervise the child-minding service.

• Act as the on-site liaison for summer week program leaders.

• Work with the Operations Team in planning and facilitating delivery of special events.

Program Delivery

• Support summer staff in delivery of child and youth programs.

• Foster safe and inclusive program experiences for all participants.

• Ensure program experiences reflect the vision, mission and values of Naramata Centre.

• Collaborate with the Music Coordinator to deliver musical experiences during summer program weeks.

• Respond to guest inquiries in a timely manner and proactively address concerns.

Staff Supervision

• Lead and supervise the summer staff team including childminder with energy and enthusiasm.

• Hold regular team meetings and training sessions to support  high quality program delivery.

• Coach and mentor team members and provide regular performance feedback.

Safety and Well-Being

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants and team members during program activities.

• Implement and enforce relevant policies and procedures to maintain a safe and  secure environment.

Program Evaluation and Reporting

• Collect feedback from participants, families and program leaders to assess program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes to measure success and identify areas for improvement.

• Provide regular updates and reports on program delivery to the General Manager.

Skills & Experience

• Capacity to effectively communicate the mission and values of the Naramata Centre through words and actions.

• Charismatic public speaking skills with a strong in person presence.

• Prior experience in program development and delivery especially for children and youth.  

• Experience leading and supervising program leaders (especially young adults).

• Organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Leadership abilities and a collaborative team-oriented approach.

• Ability to manage multiple and varied work demands with a solution-focused, positive attitude.

• Flexible, adaptable, and willingness to take initiative with a continuous improvement mindset.  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, child and youth studies, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

• Working knowledge of standard audio/visual equipment.

• Proficient in using digital communication tools and Google Workspace (or equivalent)

Other Requirements

• Champion the vision, mission and values of Naramata Centre. 

• Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding environment.

• Willingness to work on-site with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.