Bilingual Senior Specialist, Change Management (Cyber Security Program)

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 have flexibility, in how, when, and where we work, within the boundaries of the business needs and the nature of 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 the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual paid 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.
• While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.

About the role

Join our Business Transformation Office to lead transformative, technology-enabled initiatives that drive CMHC's long-term success. As a Bilingual Senior Specialist in Change Management,  you will play a crucial role in advancing our Cyber Security and Technology Program, a key corporate priority. You will own the development and execution of the Change Management strategy and plan for each stream of the Program that will involve creating awareness, building knowledge and driving adoption of new behaviors/processes.  

What you’ll do:

• Develop and lead the implementation of change management strategies and plans for the Cyber Security and Technology Program, in close collaboration with the Program Manager, Sponsor and project leads.
• Apply change management best practices and methodologies, including change readiness assessments and stakeholder impact analyses.
• Collaborate with teams to support communications and training plans.
• Monitor and report on change adoption, providing recommendations to manage resistance.
• Advise project leaders on change management to mitigate risks and support decision-making.
• Build connections across teams to anticipate change needs and influence early planning.
• Advance change management capabilities within the organization.

What you should have:

• An undergraduate degree in business, communications, human resources, political science, or another related field. 
• A minimum of seven years of experience in change management, communications, and/or stakeholder engagement in project-oriented environments.
• An advanced knowledge of change management discipline, and a change management certification (ADKAR preferred).
• Strong experience leading and delivering projects/initiatives, including developing work plans, tracking and reporting on progress, and assessing risks.
• Experience in cyber-security and technology is considered a strong asset. 
• Advanced facilitation, communication, and influence skills. 
• Bilingualism. (English and French).

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!