Project Practice Specialist at Intact overseeing project governance and compliance across IT portfolio. Ensuring all projects are compliant and well-managed while adapting governance frameworks for Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Responsibilities
Ensure program and project compliance with internal and external compliance regulations and standards
Maintain and update IT project governance policies, processes and standards documentation and guidelines
Ensure the Project Management Framework remains compliant with current regulations while proactively anticipating and adapting to regulatory changes
Monitor project risks, track the implementation of mitigation measures, and follow up to ensure timely resolution
Provide portfolio sponsors with a summarized view of program and project delivery health using available data and dashboards
Identify and connect interdependencies across initiatives to ensure governance strategies are aligned and coherent
Provide hands-on advice and support to project managers and project teams on governance standards and project management best practices
Advise Executive Sponsors by synthesizing complex program and project delivery health into clear, concise, and actionable insights
Drive strategic collaboration by facilitating workshops and developing executive-level materials (e.g., IT Program Risk Heatmap, senior leadership presentations)
Lead and shape the governance practice by driving continuous improvement initiatives that optimize project management processes
Evolve the governance framework to support multiple delivery methodologies (Agile/SAFe, Waterfall, and Product model)
Champion major governance uplift initiatives, setting direction and influencing outcomes at a program level
Contribute to the simplification of project artifacts across the project lifecycle and transition to operations
Requirements
Minimum of 7 years of experience in project compliance, project management, or a related field
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including Waterfall and Agile/SAFe frameworks
Demonstrated experience advising and presenting to senior executives and stakeholders, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, strategic narratives
Proven ability to develop and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and standards in a large, complex organization
Experience managing and monitoring project risks and driving mitigation strategies
Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with experience leading workshops and cross-functional discussions
Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint — able to craft polished, high-impact executive presentations
Strong analytical mindset with experience using dashboards and data to tell compelling delivery health stories
Ability to influence without authority and build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization
No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada. Bilingualism.
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more
Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 12%
Pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers
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