Bilingual Senior Manager, Data Management

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. We value flexibility, enabling you to choose where, when, and how you work, based on business needs and your role. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s what you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• 5 weeks of vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more. 
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role 
  
Join the Enterprise Data Office where we lead our data transformation by improving data management capabilities to manage data as an asset and to enable CMHC’s mission.  In the role of Bilingual Senior Manager, Data Management, you will support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of a Data Quality Management solution. You will also help the organization realize the full value of its data assets and capabilities, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient sharing of data across CMHC. 
 
What you’ll do:

• Develop standardized frameworks, repeatable processes, controls, and KPIs to measure and improve data and information governance performance. 
• Participate in relevant corporate information and data governance committees. 
• Work with CMHC leaders from business and IT to identify opportunities to leverage data for strategic advantage and document data-driven business initiatives. 
• Co-lead the management of the portfolio of data-driven initiatives and ensure they support business objectives aligned with CMHC's strategic goals. 
• Lead and manage the operationalization of the overall data management and data quality practices within the data and analytics operating model through the implementation and scaling of data management capabilities. 
• Provide expertise and leadership in the design, development, and operationalization of comprehensive corporate information governance policies. 
• Promote organizational change towards a data-driven culture and work with change management staff to communicate the data governance strategy to all stakeholders.  

 
What you should have: 

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as computer systems, information management, or business administration. 
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in data governance and management , including 5 years in a leadership role. 
• An extensive experience with data management practices, processes, and technologies (e.g., Informatica, Collibra, Microsoft). 
• A strong knowledge of governance frameworks and performance measures. 
• An extensive knowledge of data management and data quality standards, implementation approaches, and compliance requirements. 
• Strong leadership skills to influence behaviors and provide strategic advice to Senior Management. 
• Advanced communication skills with experience in developing and operationalizing policies, directives, and standards. 
• The ability to implement and continuously improve the Enterprise Data and Information Governance operating model. 
• Bilingualism (English and French).

  
It would be great if you also had:
  

• A broad understanding of mortgage loan insurance, affordable/social programs, real estate, and/or finance. 
• A Certified Information and Privacy Professional/Canada (CIPP/C) certification or equivalent industry-recognized certifications. 
• A Certified Data Management Professional (DAMA) and/or Certified Data Management Capability Assessment Model (DCAM) certification. 
• An awareness of data privacy regulations and Data Quality industry standards (e.g., C-11, GDPR, DQM, ISO). 

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.
 

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

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If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!