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Senior Project Manager
SF7 Senior Officer 7
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Executive Council
Priorities and Planning
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 2108
Salary(s):  SF7 $122,008.00 - $146,690.00 per year
Closing Date: December 31, 2021
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who thrives in working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. If you are interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to Executive Council, please provide your resume and cover letter outlining your education and experience related to this job posting. Interested candidates should apply by December 31, 2021.

Introduction
Priorities and Planning is seeking experienced Senior Project Managers to fill two positions. Senior
Project Managers provide strategic advice on issues across government and advancing policy development, planning and priority initiatives to the Priorities and Planning Committee of Cabinet, Executive Council and Senior Officials. Employees in this area are technical (political) appointments and are responsible for advancing strategic management of priority files for ministers and departments on all facets of their mandates.

Conditions of Employment:
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Must provide a satisfactory criminal records check, child and adult abuse registry checks
  • Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver’s license or equivalent
  • Must have the ability to work outside normal business hours, as required
Qualifications:
  • Minimum three (3) to five (5) years related experience.
  • Undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, political science, social science, or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
  • Experience leveraging opportunities for innovation and finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans and delivering results.
  • Exceptional written communication skills including experience developing and preparing original content such as policy development and analytical reports.
  • Exceptional verbal communication skills with experience managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.
  • High level of political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders and officials on complex topics and sensitive issues.
  • Ability to multitask, manage issues and sensitive information with flexibility.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish, engage and maintain positive working relationships with Senior Management and stakeholders.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the role of government and the relationship with other levels of government.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Duties:
The successful candidate will be responsible to work collaboratively with Ministers and departments to plan, lead and implement priorities and strategic initiatives set out in the Government’s Throne speech and ministerial mandates. In this role you will be accountable for effective operations by providing leadership in strategic planning, management, delivery and research for various ministerial portfolios.
Apply Now:
Advertisement # 2108
Executive Council
Room 327 Legislative Building
Winnipeg, R3C 0V8
Email: jobs.execcouncil@leg.gov.mb.ca
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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