Senior Project Management Officer - (m/w/d)

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.
Position: Senior Project Manager
Employment Type: Contract (24 Months)
Project Manager 17: Project Manager 18: Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, currently requiring employees to work in the office 2 days per week. (This role is preferably performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa. However, we will also consider candidates based in any of our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Brossard, Laval, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, or Vancouver.
As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.
Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s & no meeting Fridays.
Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed.
Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.
Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.
The position of Senior Project Manager will report to the Manager, Project Management Office within EDC’s Enterprise Strategy Enablement team and will support the implementation of EDC’s Core Business Transformation initiative in partnership with the Initiative Leads and core enablement team.
The role of the Senior Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize one or more cross-functional workstreams ranging in complexity which contribute to achieving the strategy of the enterprise. This includes supporting initiative sponsors and leads in strategy development, problem solving and building-out the governance for initiatives, planning for and acquiring resources (including subject matter experts, external consultants, vendors, etc.) and coordinating the efforts of team members and resources to deliver project outcomes according to plan and expectations.
To be successful in this role, the individual will need a blend of project management skills, technical understanding, and preferably previous experience and knowledge of EDC’s core business. The role will require collaboration with both the business and IT groups to ensure that the objectives and workstreams align with corporate strategy, risks are mitigated, defined outcomes are achieved, and benefits are realized.
Project Management: Supporting the Business Lead(s) to prioritize and achieve project outcomes, communicate progress, manage and mitigate risk, log decisions and rationale, and foster a collaborative and productive work environment. Coordinate cross-functional work and manage stakeholder interaction.
Stakeholder Management: Work closely with key stakeholders, including subject matter expert teams, IT groups and possibly external vendor/system integrators. Ensure overall project health, including risk management, invoice validation, timesheet processing, and steering committee preparation.
Resource Management: Planning and co-ordination with project resources, proactively manage project costs within Planview, provide forecasts, and present variances with narratives at review points.
Planning and Execution: Ability to develop detailed project plans, manage timelines and ensure project milestones are met. Ensuring activities are identified, organized, and resourced to meet project objectives. Comfort with both predictive and agile ways of working using different toolsets
Risk Management: Identify, manage, assess, escalate and assist with mitigation of risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints. This role is ideal for a seasoned project manager looking to lead strategic priorities for EDC and help drive organizational success.
Facilitate planning and/or working sessions with cross-functional groups.
Manage project review processes and provide stakeholders with key recommendations.
Implement innovation processes to ensure continuous improvements.
Provide documentation and training for successful transition to business as usual.
Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in project management. Previous experience working on projects / initiatives within EDC’s core business would be an added advantage.
Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
Skills: Strong organizational skills, problem-solving skills, advanced written and verbal communication, and proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Planview Suite, Mural, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, MS Teams).
Functionally strong in both predictive and waterfall project delivery.
Bilingual in both official languages (English and French)

Eligibility: EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Check our website here
EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity
Ex port Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
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