Director of Governance

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada Recruitment Partners Full time
Posted On: May 23, 2024

Director of Governance and Policy

Our client is searching for a Director of Governance and Policy to join their team. This role will be responsible for defining, planning, and implementing Committee and Sub-Committee projects that align with the company’s strategic objectives and long-term vision. A successful candidate will have an assertive personality, with the ability to work under pressure, a sense of urgency, high attention to detail and strong organizational skills. This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Your success will be defined by your ability to:
  • Develop and implement Governance and Policy strategies and plans in alignment with the company’s vision, mission and goals
  • Foster a culture of collaboration with cross-functional teams to formulate and recommend policies, strategies, and solutions aligned with the company’s strategic plan and all governing documents
  • Support Governance Department staff with various strategic planning efforts
  • Provide support to the CEO by preparing briefing materials, reports, and presentations on policy matters
  • Collaborate with the leadership team and Committee Chairs to define project scope, objectives, an deliverables, and establish key performance indicators to measure progress success
  • Act as the primary liaison for all Committees, providing expert input and support as needed
  • Working closely with the secondary staff liaison, Chairs of Committees, departments, and senior leadership to streamline communication and ensure alignment of goals
  • Develop well-defined guiding principles for the company’s various Committees
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights, build partnerships, and advocate for the company’s priorities
  • Represent the company at relevant events, conferences, and meetings to stay informed about industry trends and developments
  • Provide regular updates and reports to the appropriate groups on project progress, milestones, or financial performance and communicate effectively to ensure transparency and accountability
  • Identify and mitigate project risks and issues and implement proactive measures to address challenges and obstacles that may arise during project execution
  • Identify risks to the company when considering all changes to incorporation documents, bylaws, policies and standards
  • Support the management of critical incidents impacting the company’s reputation and that of the wider industry
  • Implementation of project management tools and processes to navigate ongoing projects with multiple groups of stakeholders
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, and manage resources effectively to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
  • Serve as the project management lead for all Committees, coordinating and overseeing the restructuring of the staff liaison structure
  • Attend all Committee meetings, tracking projects, motions, and action items requiring attention
  • Track employee feedback to potential policy changes and summarize for the Board of Directors
  • Submit all Agenda Item Summaries to the Corporate Secretary in a timely fashion to meet the Board Package deadlines
  • Coordinate with appropriate stakeholders to ensure timely execution of tasks and follow-up on action items
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration among Committee Members and departments to optimize productivity and achieve organizational objectives
  • Continuously assess and optimize project management processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall project delivery capabilities
  • Execute special projects assigned by the CEO
  • In collaboration with Human Resources, hire and train department staff
  • Oversee, manage, and develop direct reports, ensuring performance standards are communicated and upheld, providing feedback and coaching, and fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork
  • Create and manage the budget for the department
  • Complete a weekly summary report for the CEO
  • Attend all department and staff meetings as well as employee trainings as needed
  • Perform general administrative duties as required to support the operation of the department and our offices
Your strengths include:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Law, Economics or a related field
  • 5+ years experience in stakeholder engagement, governance roles, or project management with a proven track record of successfully managing complex strategic projects
  • 5+ years of management experience or a relevant role involving performance management, change management, goal setting, culture building and mentorship
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software (ex. Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello) and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Solid understanding of project management methodologies (ex. Agile, Waterfall) and best practices, with relevant certifications (eg. PMP, PRINCE2) is preferred
  • Strong capacity to manage ambiguity, multi-task, and pivot in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Non-profit or association experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Alberta’s Real Estate industry is a plus
If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the “Apply” button to send your resume directly to Jason Dick, Andre Donado, Bobi-Jo Warner, and Olga Borisova.

Recruitment Partners Inc. is an Alberta-based, Alberta-focused recruitment firm. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships while securing top talent for Alberta’s best employers. At the heart of our efforts is a collaborative, consultative approach. We are proud of our team of consultants, who come with practical business experience, a strong network of professional contacts, and are focused on what is best for both clients and candidates. We will facilitate the best fit between client and candidate. This means reduced turnover, enhanced employee engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction, and more.

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