IT Workforce Enablement Director

7 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada OLG Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Workforce Enablement Director to join our team at OLG. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in driving the success of our IT workforce by developing and implementing strategies and programs to drive overall adoption of new ways of working, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, and facilitating the implementation of sustainable EIT employee-centric programs in alignment to OLG's culture and People and Culture programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Workforce Change Management: Plan, execute, and monitor some of EIT's workforce change management efforts, including placing diversity and inclusion as a priority, in collaboration with People and Culture.
  • Culture Evolution: Support the evolution of EIT's culture as a part of the operating model transformation to successfully realize a product-oriented operating model.
  • Resource Management: Manage resource and workforce capabilities for EIT. This includes working with EIT peer leaders to plan and manage resource utilization, productivity, and capacity to meet business demands, including optimizing variable capacity.
  • Performance Reporting: Manage the performance reporting and feedback of workforce enablement and performance optimization initiatives to monitor and improve workforce productivity and employee experience.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with People and Culture and IT leadership to proactively identify workforce needs and gaps and tailor strategies accordingly.
  • Partnerships and Development: Initiate and manage internal and external partnerships in collaboration with stakeholders across OLG to enhance EIT's workforce. This includes creating diverse learning and development opportunities and recruiting & staffing (permanent/temporary) channels while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Skills and Job Ontologies: Manage a usable and digestible database of skills and job ontologies mapped with EIT employees, facilitating the identification of skills and resources when needed.
  • Technology Career Development: Responsible for the development and on-going maintenance of a well-defined technology career development framework for EIT roles aligned with market needs, business needs, and People and Culture standards and policies.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify and develop sustainable continuous improvement talent initiatives, allowing employees to build a diverse set of skills and knowledge, in line with the needs outlined in the Technology Strategy.
  • Agile Adoption: Advocate for and drive the adoption of new ways of working, including agile skills and behavioral shifts from a learning and development perspective, in collaboration with Delivery Enablement.
  • Operating Budget: Manage the operating budget for various initiatives led by the department.
Requirements
  • Work Experience: 10+ years of delivery experience in medium to large technology environments, with evidence of increasing collaborations with vendors and senior leadership.
  • Stakeholder Management: 5+ years of experience in stakeholder, change management and communications.
  • Resource Management: Experience in resource management and technology career framework development is preferred.
  • Alternative Sourcing: Experience with alternative sourcing options and efforts to optimize same across IT domains.
  • Agile Methodologies: Previous experience in Scaled Agile or Lean Agile preferred.
  • Team Leadership: Experience leading and mentoring teams across multiple technology domains preferred.
Education
  • Post-Secondary Degree: Post Secondary degree or diploma in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
  • Advanced Certification: Advanced Scrum, Product Management, or Product Owner certification preferred.
  • Agile Knowledge: Strong understanding of Agile Methodologies, values and principles.
  • IT Lifecycle: Strong understanding of the IT lifecycle.
  • Change Management: Change Management Certification and/or Lean Six Sigma certification are considered assets for the role.
  • Collaboration Tools: Experience using collaboration, issue tracking, and agile tools (e.g., Confluence, JIRA, aha).
Critical Skills
  • Communication: Exceptional communication skills with proven ability to explain complex concepts to various audiences inclusive of executives and board members.
  • Influencing and Negotiation: Excellent influencing, negotiation and collaboration skills with both internal and external stakeholder groups with diverse interests.
  • Analytical Thinking: Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills. Critical thinker with success in developing innovative solutions to business issues.
  • Employee Lifecycle: Deep understanding of the employee and contractor lifecycle.
  • Organizational Change Management: Adept at leveraging organizational change management strategies and practices to successfully motivate, inspire and empower others to adapt to disruptive environments.
  • Team Inspiration: Ability to effectively inspire, motivate and empower team members.
About OLG

OLG is a multi-billion-dollar organization with a wide array of business lines including, lottery, land-based casinos, digital lottery and casino, horseracing, and charitable gaming. We are amidst a massive transformation focusing on being customer obsessed and bringing our digital business to a whole new level.

The key to our success is our people. Our culture will be grounded in true, positive partnerships that embrace trust, clarity, and openness in all that we do. We are supporting and empowering employees and teams across the organization through greater accountability, leadership development and growth opportunities. OLG is embracing more flexible work options and family friendly work practices including hybrid work.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential elements of our culture and cornerstones of the Five Truths that OLGers Live by. At OLG, our employees have the space to be themselves and use their perspectives and skills to benefit the people and the Province of Ontario.

While we are re-shaping and growing our business, we are unwavering when it comes to living our purpose, and ensuring our business delivers meaningful benefits for the people of Ontario. OLG's net profits are reinvested back into the province, contributing to the quality of life for Ontarians.



  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada OLG Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of IT Workforce Enablement to join our team at OLG. As a key member of our IT leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive workforce optimization and improve employee experience.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan, execute, and monitor workforce change...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada OLG Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of IT Workforce Enablement to join our team at OLG. As a key member of our IT leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive workforce optimization and improve employee experience.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan, execute, and monitor workforce change...


  • Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada OLG Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Workforce Enablement Director to join our team at OLG. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in driving the transformation of our IT workforce to support our business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesWorkforce Planning and Optimization: Develop and implement...


  • Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada OLG Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Workforce Enablement Director to join our team at OLG. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in driving the transformation of our IT workforce to support our business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesWorkforce Planning and Optimization: Develop and implement...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    Job SummaryJob DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?Reporting to the Vice President, Operational Excellence within HR Talent Services, the Director, Workforce Engagement & Enablement is a unique role that mixes people management, transformational change, strategy enablement, marketing, and operational readiness.What will you do?Lead and oversee strategic...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada OLG Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Workforce Enablement Director to join our team at OLG. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive overall adoption of new ways of working, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, and facilitating the...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Sales Enablement DirectorCompany: AccoravillageJob Type: Full-timeLocation: RemoteAbout Us:Accoravillage is a leading provider of innovative solutions for the hospitality industry. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth through our cutting-edge technology and expertise.Job...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Sales Enablement DirectorCompany: AccoravillageJob Type: Full-timeLocation: RemoteAbout Us:Accoravillage is a leading provider of innovative solutions for the hospitality industry. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth through our cutting-edge technology and expertise.Job...


  • Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    Job SummaryThe Director of Sales Enablement will lead the team responsible for the learning experience and in-role success of our global sales team at Accoravillage. This role demands a deep understanding of sales enablement programs and methodologies, as well as a proven track record in leadership and program development.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with...


  • Old Toronto, Ontario, Canada Accoravillage Full time

    Job SummaryThe Director of Sales Enablement will lead the team responsible for the learning experience and in-role success of our global sales team at Accoravillage. This role demands a deep understanding of sales enablement programs and methodologies, as well as a proven track record in leadership and program development.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Manulife Full time

    Opportunity in Workforce Management LeadershipManulife is a prominent financial services organization committed to innovation and customer-focused solutions. We are currently looking for a Director of Workforce Planning and Forecasting to enhance our operational capabilities. In this pivotal role, you will oversee both long-term and short-term forecasting,...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Manulife Full time

    Opportunity in Workforce Management LeadershipManulife is a prominent financial services organization dedicated to innovation and customer-focused solutions. We are currently in search of a Director of Workforce Planning and Analytics to lead our skilled team. This pivotal role involves overseeing both long-term and short-term forecasting, capacity...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our RBCx Ventures team as a Director of Business Enablement. This is a key role that will play a critical part in driving the success of our ventures and ensuring that we are well-positioned for future growth.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and oversight to the...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Manulife Full time

    Opportunity in Workforce Management LeadershipManulife is a prominent financial services organization dedicated to digital innovation and customer-focused solutions. We are currently looking for a Director of Workforce Planning and Analytics to enhance our vibrant team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee both long-term and short-term forecasting, manage...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled professional to join our team as a Director, Business Enablement and Strategy. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight to our business enablement and portfolio management functions.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic direction and...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled professional to join our team as a Director, Business Enablement and Strategy. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight to our business enablement and portfolio management functions.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic direction and...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Lifemark Full time

    About LifemarkLifemark is a leading Canadian healthcare company with a strong presence in community rehabilitation, workplace health and wellness, and independent medical assessments. With a team of over 6,000 employees nationwide, we're committed to helping Canadians live life well.Role OverviewAs the Director of Strategy and Enablement, you'll work closely...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Lifemark Full time

    About LifemarkLifemark is a leading Canadian healthcare company with a strong presence in community rehabilitation, workplace health and wellness, and independent medical assessments. With a team of over 6,000 employees nationwide, we're committed to helping Canadians live life well.Role OverviewAs the Director of Strategy and Enablement, you'll work closely...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Lifemark Full time

    About LifemarkLifemark is a leading Canadian healthcare company with a strong presence in community rehabilitation, workplace health and wellness, and independent medical assessments. With a team of over 6,000 employees nationwide, we're committed to helping Canadians live life well.Role OverviewAs the Director of Strategy and Enablement, you'll work closely...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Business Enablement and Strategy to join our team at the Royal Bank of Canada. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and success.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and direction to the Business Enablement Team,...