Military Family Services Program Specialist; Ottawa

Position: Military Family Services Program Specialist (Ottawa)
Role Overview  Under the direction of the Policy Development and Research Manager, the Military Family Services Program Specialist will be responsible for implementing projects within Military Family Services. They will implement, track and report on key initiatives as directed by their supervisors within MFS, and coordinate activities aimed to support families through military challenges such as relocations, deployments and transitions.
Responsibilities   Increase families’ access to critical services such as child care.
Support the funding process by reviewing applications, assessing eligibility, and contributing to funding recommendations for local programs.
Assist fund recipients by clarifying expectations, offering interpretive guidance, and answering program‑related inquiries.
Review reporting to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with national templates.
Engage with staff within MFS and CFMWS to build a network of support that enhances the operational readiness of military members and the well‑being of their families.
Accountable for delivering on strategic initiatives for Military Family Services.
Qualifications   Education  – College diploma or certificate in Social Science, Education, Administration, Community Development or a related field.
Experience  – Several years of experience in family support, social services or a related field, and the following skill areas:
Program and service delivery
Development and implementation of community programs and services
Creation of briefing materials and presentations
Community engagement
Establishing and sustaining a network of community contacts and partnerships
Application of policies, procedures, legislation and regulations
Development of standardized content and operational procedures
Project management
Marketing, communications, proofreading, layout and design
Family support service delivery
Training planning, coordination and delivery (including adult education)
Drafting correspondence
Budget administration
Personnel administration (as required)
Multidisciplinary teamwork
Competencies and Skills  – Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
Language Requirements   English – Bilingual essential;
Reading:
Advanced Level, Writing:
Functional Level, Oral:
Advanced Level.
Benefits   Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Flexible work options; paid/unpaid leave, including vacation, family‑related leave and personal days.
Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Professional association memberships, online learning opportunities (Linked In Learning), second‑language training.
Work Arrangement  Hybrid position: work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office, following the CFMWS Flexible Work Options Policy and manager approval.
Other Information  Interviews will be conducted virtually. Applicants must successfully complete a Reliability status security screening. This is a temporary position, starting July
27,2026 and ending October
31,2030.
Inclusion and Accommodation  CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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