Change Specialist

You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada

At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters . As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose , Vision , and Mission , which inform how we drive all our work forward.

• Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities.
• Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a two (2) year contract position as a Change Specialist. As a key member of March of Dimes (MODC’s) Strategy Office, the Change Specialist will be responsible for supporting change management in the context of MODC’s multi-year strategic transformation program, comprising multiple workstreams and individual projects. The role will report to the Senior Program Manager, Strategic Transformation, with a matrixed reporting relationship to the Director, People and Culture Transformation. In this exciting opportunity, the Change Specialist will support the development, execution and integration of change management plans within the overall strategic transformation program. This includes situational assessments, core change management planning, required secondary or sub-plans, and alignment of change management and program management considerations. The successful candidate will be a change professional with experience supporting change programs in mid-sized to large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Support the collaborative development and implementation of a change management plan for MODC’s multi-year strategic transformation program and specific projects within it, leveraging a structured change and project management methodology, process and tools
• Support and lead the integration of change management activities into the master program plan and specific project plans
• Assess change readiness and impact at all levels of the organization
• Identify, engage and guide key stakeholders to lead and support change adoption
• Identify potential barriers to adoption and resistance and develop supporting mitigation plans
• Directly coach people managers and supervisors to support effective change management
• Support the design, development, delivery and management of key communications to support wide understanding, adoption and support of the strategic transformation program
• Collaborate with People & Culture to provide input, document requirements, and support the design and delivery of training programs
• Conduct monitoring and analysis of change activities, and report on performance and success of change efforts
• Collaborate with project managers and staff to build capacity for change management and ensure best practices, tools and approaches are consistently applied to overall program management and within individual projects
• Support and lead select program/project management activities, administrative and reporting requirements
• Work independently and exercise judgment in escalating non-routine situations to management
• Adhere to privacy and confidentiality best practices

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, human resources or related subject
• Project management certification an asset
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in change management
• Experience with large-scale/organization-wide projects and change efforts
• Knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools
• Knowledge of project management principles, tools and processes
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate messages to a variety of audiences
• Excellent active listening skills and superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels in the organization
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve, make recommendations and take appropriate action
• Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills, demonstrating judgment in prioritizing work
• Effective team player able to work with, and through, others
• Hybrid work arrangement (minimum 1 day in our office at 202- 885 Don Mills Road)

How to apply

• Please submit your cover letter and resume by May 20, 2024 .

Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re:

· Contributing to our important mission:  creating real change for people with disabilities

• Joining a  leading national charity with a history of impact and a future full of possibility
• Enjoying  industry-leading employment incentives and benefits
• Supported in your  professional growth, development, and success
• Included in our  empathetic and supportive work culture 

Learn more about why we’re a great employer at  marchofdimes.ca/careers .

For general inquiries, you can reach us at recruitment@marchofdimes.ca

Please note that March of Dimes Canada has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by receiving all required doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to the commencement of their employment, or as otherwise recommended by public health authorities. We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons or on the basis of any other protected ground, as required under applicable human rights legislation.

Need accommodations? We're here to help

MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free.

Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.