We are looking for a strategic and collaborative leader to join our IT Management team as the Director, Enterprise Architecture.In this role, you will lead the development and maturation of WCLC's Enterprise Architecture (EA) practice - building and shaping how technology supports business strategy, drives innovation, and ensures long-term sustainability.Reporting to the VP, IT, you will play a key role in setting technology direction, establishing architecture governance, and partnering with leaders across the organization to align technology investments with business priorities.Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities In joining our team as the Director, Enterprise Architecture, you will provide hands-on leadership and support enterprise-wide alignment, enabling sustainable and strategic technology outcomes through the following accountabilities:Lead Enterprise Architecture Strategy & Practice:Develop and evolve WCLC’s enterprise architecture practice, including frameworks, standards, and governanceTranslate business strategy into target-state architecture, roadmaps, and actionable initiativesEstablisharchitecture principles, patterns, and metrics to guide technology decisionsEnsure alignment of technology investments with business strategy, risk tolerance, and regulatory requirementsPartner Across the Organization:Act as a strategic advisor to IT and business leadership on architecture and technology directionCollaborate with leaders across the organization to support planning, prioritization, and delivery of initiativesWork across IT domains (applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data)



to ensure enterprise-wide alignmentContribute to enterprise risk management, strategic planning, and business continuity effortsLead and Develop a High-Performing Team:Build, lead, and develop a team of architects across multiple disciplinesFoster a collaborative, high-performing team environment through coaching, development, and recognitionEnable effective cross-functional collaboration between business and IT stakeholdersDrive Value and Innovation:Lead the development and execution of enterprise architecture roadmaps and programsProvide guidance and consultation on solution design and deliveryAnalyze industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for business valueSupport continuous improvement through process and system enhancementsQualifications Experience:8-12 years of progressive experience in IT or business, including leadership of complex, cross-functional initiativesPost-secondary education in computer science, information systems, business,



or a related field (or equivalent experience)TOGAF certification or equivalent is considered an assetExperience in enterprise and/or solution architecture across domainsProven ability to partner with senior leaders to define technology strategy and directionExperience influencing decisions across diverse stakeholder groupsSkills:Strong strategic, analytical, and conceptual thinking skillsDemonstratedleadership, coaching, and team development capabilitiesExcellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for both technical and executive audiencesAbility to assess options, evaluate trade-offs, and provide explicit recommendationsStrong understanding of data, privacy, and regulatory considerationsAbility toleverage AI-enabled tools responsiblyWho we are You may not have heard of us before, but you've almost certainly heard of the products we help bring to players throughout the Prairie Provinces and the North every day; lottery games like LOTTO 6/49, SPORT SELECT, and dozens of instant scratch tickets.WCLC is the non-profit organization authorized to manage, conduct, and operate lotteries - at retail and online - and other gaming-related activities for the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba as well as the Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. We work closely with our provincial partners to bring a first-rate lottery experience to our players and meet their changing needs with new technology and tools.We know it's our people that make this possible, which is why we invest in building talented, adaptable, and accountable teams. We'd love to talk to you about how you fit into that.We offer a challenging, collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and a good work-life balance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Enterprise Architecture (Winnipeg)
🏢 Western Canada Lottery
📍 Winnipeg