Deputy Director

P7 Deputy Director

Regular/full-time

Public Service Delivery

Entrepreneurship Manitoba, Consumer Protection

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45492

Salary(s):   P7 $84,163.00 - $105,062.00 per year

Closing Date:   November 8, 2026

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 Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Entrepreneurship Manitoba operates Manitoba’s public corporate registry by registering corporations and businesses, maintaining entity records, and providing public access to registry information. The office supports the growth of Manitoba’s business community through efficient, high-quality services and continuous improvements to corporate registry processes. As a high-volume, client-facing operation, services are delivered in person, by phone, email, and online.

Duties:
The Deputy Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the office, supports compliance with governing legislation and policies, and advances service and process improvements. This position oversees program standards, escalated client and human resource matters, registered name appeals, and the development of policies and communications. The Deputy Director also represents the organization on provincial and interprovincial working groups and contributes to strategic planning, legislative and system changes, financial management, research, and policy development.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
 
Financial Security

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan 

 
Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees 

 
Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

 
Professional Growth & Development¿
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.  
 
Organizational Culture and Values 
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
 
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience leading teams and managing operations in a complex, high-volume provincial registry or comparable regulatory environment.
• Experience interpreting, and applying legislation, policies, and procedures with consideration to unique provincial registry issues.
• Experience providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Experience leading continuous improvement, change management, or business transformation initiatives that reflect the operational requirements of a provincial registry or comparable regulatory environment. 
• Experience managing complex stakeholder, client, or public issues, including resolving conflicts and responding to sensitive matters with sound judgment.
• Experience managing human resources, including performance management, employee development, and recruitment.
• Strong communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment.

Dresired:

• Knowledge of Entrepreneurship Manitoba's legislation, programs, and services, including The Corporations Act, The Business Names Registration Act, The Cooperatives Act, and The Religious Societies Act.
• Knowledge of government financial processes, policies and procedures.  

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

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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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