Position: Senior Manager, Youth Programs
Employer: UNICEF Canada
Location: Toronto
Deadline: August 15, 2025
Employment Type: Employment
Position Level: Mid Level
Salary Range: $70,500 to $85,500
Closing Date: August 15, 2025
Brief Description:
The Opportunity
As the Senior Manager, Youth Programs, you’ll boldly drive UNICEF Canada’s mission to place young people at the heart of everything we do. Reporting to the Director, Policy and Research, you’ll lead the charge in shaping and executing a visionary approach to youth engagement and advocacy across Canada.
In this high-impact role, you’ll lead the design, delivery, and evolution of innovative youth programs that empower young people to speak up, shape policy, and spark change. You’ll collaborate with UNICEF Canada teams (including advocacy, communications, and more!) to ensure youth voices are not only heard but embedded in the DNA of our work.
You’ll also serve as UNICEF Canada’s Child Safeguarding Lead, championing safe, inclusive, and ethical participation practices across all initiatives. With a strong focus on leadership and impact, you’ll manage a passionate team of youth advocates and volunteers, contribute to fundraising and storytelling efforts, and represent UNICEF Canada in global networks – ensuring we remain a leader in youth participation worldwide.
Looking for a powerful chance to inspire, innovate, and influence youth engagement across Canada? If so, this may be the role for you!