Specialist, Project Management Human ServicesHuman Services – Social Development, Planning and PartnershipsStatus: (1) Regular Full Time & (1) Contract Full Time - up to 10 monthsSalary Range: $94,455 - $118,069 per annum plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrualHiring Range: $94,455 - $106,262 per annumWork Mode: HybridLocation: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, OntarioHours of Work: 35 hours per weekWhat you will do in this roleWorks collaboratively to maintain close and effective working relationships with other Regional staff, partners and the community to ensure awareness of existing and evolving issues and opportunitiesSupports the development of a project charter and project management implementation plans that develop and monitor the execution of clearly articulated milestones and actionsSupports project communication plans including the development of materials and execution of various project activities (e.G. newsletters, project updates, emails, status reports, group facilitation, consultation sessions, meetings with various stakeholders)Develops surveys, conducts focus groups, and research to inform project scope recommendation developmentProvides interpretation and advice on business efficiencies to the Project Manager and/or working groups to support recommendation from functional review analysis, best practices and research resultsIdentifies change impacts and program readiness through departmental assessment and analysis of current stateProvides statistical and analytical support through research and environmental scans of other municipalities, provinces, countries to inform recommendations or planning within the project stagesLead and assume responsibility for work packages with the Work Breakdown Structure, including the development of work plansWork with stakeholders to assess project requirements and support the development and monitoring of time, scope and budget parametersSupport pilot studies, provide recommendations and implement opportunities for improvement using agile methodologyDevelop recommendations to support new service delivery model opportunities identified through project deliverablesLead and facilitate working groups,



project teams including internal partners within and across departments to achieve project outcomesProvide detailed management and reporting of various project activities and plansPrepare and conduct presentations and meetings as needed with sponsors, project teams, staff teams and various stakeholdersPrepare communications for various stakeholder groupsAnalyze relevant documentation and legislation with the ability to offer recommendationsSupport the development of communication, risk, engagement and change plans and execute tacticsEnsure stakeholder and staff engagement throughout the entire project to build awareness of the changes/reasons/benefits, leverage program/operation expertise and history and encourage buy-in for quicker adoption of changesConduct research, literature reviews and feasibility studies to influence decision making of next steps, creating final reports with findings and recommendationsProvide support to projects, initiatives underway across the department to ensure connections, leverage efficiencies and shared knowledgePrepare and facilitate lessons learned sessions compiling findings included in the Project Close Out reportWhat the role requiresPost secondary education in Human Services or a related field with at least 5 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education/experience may be consideredAt least 3 years experience supporting medium to large projects through the 5 stages of Project Management is an assetKnowledge of project management principles and methodologyKnowledge of change management principles and methodologies with experience and ability to implement change tacticsEffective research capabilities to research various forms of information to inform the project(s) such as industry trends, best practice information and legislation (e.G. Ontario Works Act, Child Care and Early Years, Housing Services, MFIPPA,



etc.)A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third‑party background checks will not be accepted)Skills/AbilitiesHighly-developed analytical skills to synthesize data and information gathered to inform the projectDemonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team as well as work independently with minimal directionExcellent problem-solving and research skillsMust be able to work on and prioritize multiple projects and activitiesWell-developed written and verbal communication skills; facilitation skills necessary to consult and gather information from a variety of audiencesDemonstrated ability to work with a high degree of discretion, tact, diplomacy and professionalismEffective customer/client service orientatedPolitical awareness, sufficient to identify and respond to situations using tact and diplomacy to understand the various parties and stakeholders involved in decision making processes, and to anticipate their likely reaction to statements, proposals, recommendations and situationsProficiency in all MS Office applicationsDemonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing biasNice to havePMPCAPMChange Management (Prosci)Perks @ PeelVoluntary enrolment into OMERS pension planAccrue vacation on a monthly basis (where applicable) starting at 3 weeks per annum3 paid personal days and floating holidaysFlexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeingAnnual performance review and merit increases based on performance (where applicable)Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusionAccess to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resourcesWork Mode & Job LocationIn this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in‑person connection. A minimum of two days per week on‑site is expected, with additional in‑person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in‑person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.It’s important to note that your off‑site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we’re compliant with all regulations and policies. The Region of Peel offers job‑based flexible schedule of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Specialist, Project Management Human Services - C$94,455 - C$118,069 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Region of Peel
📍 Winnipeg