Executive Director, Project Management Office

XM2 Senior Manager 2

Regular/full-time

Innovation and New Technology

Digital Technology Solutions / Project Management Office

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44390

Salary(s): XM2 $110,150.00 - $135,058.00 per year

Closing Date: September 7, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Digital and Technology Solutions (DTS) is the central agency with overall responsibility for Information Technology (IT) and Business Modernization strategy, policy and service delivery for the Government of Manitoba.

DTS provides strategic leadership to continuously improve the Manitoba government's Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment through planning and implementing solutions to meet current and future ICT needs. Through its Legislative Building Information Systems area, DTS also provides a secure technological environment through highly responsive support services and reliable systems that address business requirements of diverse users within the legislative building environment, where the user community encompasses both government and non-government staff.

The Executive Director, PMO, plays a critical leadership role in establishing and maturing a strategic and effective Project Management Office (PMO) for the Digital Technology Services (DTS) division within the Government of Manitoba. This executive will be responsible for defining the PMO's vision, mission, and operating model to ensure the successful delivery of a portfolio of digital transformation initiatives, aligning with the Ministry's strategic goals and benefiting the citizens of Manitoba.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

• Must be able to work overtime as required

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary degree in computer science or a related field, or a combination of experience and/or related IT designation may be considered.
• Proven ability as a leader with a commitment to create, support and sustain a diverse environment that enables staff to achieve results and to develop for the future.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change.
• Management experience with responsibility for human and financial resources.
• Experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans, and experience with strategic performance management and measurement systems (e.g. Key Performance Indicators, Balanced Scorecards).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex topics and sensitive issues.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial management.
• Experience as a senior IT Manager or leader.
• Experience in developing technology and digital plans and solutions that meet unique divisional/departmental needs, while ensuring the strategic alignment and advancement of overall Manitoba government goals.
• Knowledge of PPM (Project and Portfolio Management) enabling technologies.

Duties:

As a member of the department’s management team, the Director is responsible to lead and manage the Project Management Office (PMO), provide advice and support to the Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer (CIO), working collaboratively with other areas within Digital Technology Services (DTS) and other departments as needed.

The Executive Director will lead the development and implementation of project and portfolio management frameworks, standards, methodologies (including agile), and tools. This role involves significant engagement with senior leadership and business partners, acting as a trusted advisor to ensure alignment, drive value, and optimize the flow of work. The Executive Director will also be responsible for building and developing a high-performing PMO team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44390

Talent Acquisition - Executive Recruitment

Human Resource Services

608-330 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3C 0C4

Phone: 204-945-6892

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: PSCExecutivejobs@gov.mb.ca

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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