Provide portfolio governance oversight by reinforcing adherence to the Initiative Lifecycle Framework, including gates, checkpoints, and controls Act as a second-line function by applying independent challenge, monitoring compliance, and supporting coordination with internal audit Lead and support continuous improvement of governance frameworks and portfolio processes Drive process optimization, including lifecycle processes, change requests, and financial governance practices Optimize Planview and portfolio tooling to strengthen reporting, data quality, and decision support Apply expertise in portfolio, program, risk, financial, and resource management to support effective delivery across initiatives Support major program reviews, business case oversight, and change governance Contribute to strategic planning and portfolio modeling aligned to enterprise priorities Support leadership in governance readiness and planning for IOC and EELG cycles Lead and contribute to executive and board-level reporting on the transformation portfolio Govern strategic initiatives, balance the portfolio, visualize risks, and align transformation requests with EDC’s strategy Ensure approved initiatives follow the Initiative Lifecycle Framework throughout their full lifecycle Ensure Planview is available and functional by reviewing data quality to support Financial Management and Portfolio Performance Create centralized reports communicating progress against EDC’s strategic objectives and initiative status Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field Minimum 7 years of experience in enterprise portfolio management, governance, or advisory roles Proven ability to work across complex,



multi-stakeholder environments Strong understanding of portfolio and project management frameworks, including PMBOK, Lean Portfolio Management, and Agile Experience with governance frameworks, lifecycle processes, and compliance oversight Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Experience with Planview or similar portfolio management tools Exposure to financial governance, audit, or large-scale transformation programs Relevant certifications, such as PMP, Agile, or Lean Portfolio Management Bilingual in both official languages (English and French) Able to work legally in Canada at the time of application; Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents Must meet requisite government security screening requirements Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in portfolio governance, financial management, and compliance oversight, with a solid focus on optimizing processes and tools like Planview to enhance reporting and decision support. Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage complex stakeholder environments effectively. Highest-signal resume keywords

Portfolio Management Governance Frameworks Planview Optimization Financial Governance PMP Certification Hard Skills

Portfolio Management Project Management Governance Frameworks Financial Management Risk Management Change Management Data Quality Assurance Lifecycle Processes Stakeholder Management Analytical Skills Soft Skills

Communication Skills Leadership Skills Collaboration Skills Problem-Solving Skills Adaptability Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Agile Certification Lean Portfolio Management Certification Industry Keywords

Initiative Lifecycle Framework PMBOK Lean Portfolio Management Agile Compliance Oversight Transformation Programs Enterprise Priorities Government Security Screening Tools & Technologies

Planview Portfolio Management Tools

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📌 Senior Advisor, Enterprise Portfolio Management – Contract (Montreal)
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