Manager, Indigenous Systems and Negotiations Unit

Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

Division:

Child Welfare and Protection Division

City:

Toronto

Position term:

1 Temporary contract/assignment – 12‑18 months with possibility of extension

About the job The Child Well‑Being Branch is seeking a Manager for the Indigenous Systems and Negotiations Unit to lead negotiations and policy work that supports Indigenous‑led child and family services systems across Ontario. The role oversees negotiations with First Nations, Inuit and Métis partners, supports community‑led approaches grounded in prevention and well‑being, and provides strategic advice to senior leadership. The manager leads a team of negotiators, coordinates with legal services, federal and provincial partners, and builds relationships with Indigenous communities through respectful engagement. The role has a direct impact on Ontario’s work towa...