Position Title:Manager, Strategic Workforce Planning (People & Culture) (Hybrid/Telework)Status of Employment:PermanentPosition Language Requirement:English, FrenchLanguage

Skills:
English (Reading
- C
- Advanced), English (Speaking
- C
- Advanced), English (Writing
- B
- Intermediate), French (Reading
- C
- Advanced), French (Speaking
- C
- Advanced), French (Writing
- B
- Intermediate)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.
Unposting Date:2026-11-02 11:59 PMThis role is a hybrid work arrangement. Work schedule to be discussed with the Hiring Manager according to the guidelines defined by the department.
Position SummaryThe Manager, Strategic Workforce Planning is responsible for operationalizing and scaling the organization’s workforce planning strategy. This role bridges the gap between high-level strategic planning and tactical execution, ensuring the organization has the right talent, capabilities, and capacity to meet its transformation objectives. The Manager will lead a team of specialists to analyze workforce data, model future talent requirements, and partner with business leaders and HR partners to deliver actionable, data-driven workforce strategies that foster organizational agility and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities




Strategic Workforce Planning & GovernanceOversee the implementation of enterprise-wide workforce planning frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
Lead complex business-unit workforce planning exercises, translating organizational priorities into actionable 1-to-3-year human capital requirements.
Develop and maintain workforce forecasts, succession risk analyses, and talent scenarios to proactively address capability gaps.
Standardize planning processes across business units to ensure consistency, scalability, and alignment with enterprise goals.
Data Analysis & Labour Market IntelligenceDirect the collection and synthesis of workforce analytics (e.g., attrition, turnover, demographic shifts) and external labour market intelligence.
Translate complex data sets into executive-level dashboards and strategic recommendations that influence talent investment and location strategies.
Monitor technological disruptions and emerging skills trends to ensure workforce plans remain forward-looking and relevant.
Team Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of workforce planning specialists, fostering a consultative and analytical mindset.
Serve as a key advisor to business unit leaders and HR Business Partners, facilitating workforce planning sessions and guiding them through talent strategy implementation.
Collaborate across the HR Centre of Expertise—including Talent Acquisition, L&D;,



and Total Rewards—to integrate workforce planning with broader talent lifecycle initiatives.
Inclusion, Sustainability & Change ManagementEnsure all workforce strategies proactively embed Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (IDEA) principles.
Lead change management initiatives related to workforce modernization, helping the organization transition toward more data-informed, proactive talent decision-making.
Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track progress against workforce goals and report on organizational readiness.

Qualifications:
EducationUniversity degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or a related field.
Experience7–10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a significant focus on strategic workforce planning, people analytics, or organizational effectiveness.
Proven experience in a leadership or managerial capacity, with a track record of building teams and developing staff.
Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and collaborating with diverse senior-level stakeholders.
Experience working in unionized, public sector, media, or large complex organizations is considered an asset.
Knowledge & CompetenciesExpertise in workforce planning methodologies, forecasting models, and HRIS/analytics tools (e.g., Workday, Power BI, Excel).
Robust understanding of labour market trends, talent management principles, and employment legislation.
Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex qualitative and quantitative information.
Strong change management, communication, and storytelling capabilities.
Ability to balance long-term strategic thinking with immediate operational execution.
Leadership CompetenciesStrategic mindset: Attains s

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