Manager of Business Planning and Performance at City of Edmonton

The Manager of Business Planning and Performance is a leadership role that combines strategic oversight, performance management, and governance expertise. This position focuses on managing and coaching a diverse team to drive organizational goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement. As a key member of the Department of Integrated Infrastructure Services, you will play a vital role in leading and mentoring professionals to achieve organizational goals. 

You will be responsible for aligning departmental strategies with the City's overall objectives, developing policies, overseeing risk and compliance, and enhancing data governance. 

What will you do?

• Lead and manage a team of professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.  

• Develop and implement departmental strategies and operational plans that align with the City's strategic goals.  

• Oversee performance management frameworks, ensuring effective measurement and continuous improvement.  

• Manage risk and compliance, ensuring adherence to policies and regulations.  

• Enhance data governance and provide performance insights to support decision-making.  

• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and integration of strategic plans.  

• Lead the deployment of the business mandate, including improvements and enhancements while providing leadership and support for implementation across the Branch

• Provide strategy, advice, expertise and facilitation to departments, branches and sections in alignment with corporate strategy and planning

• Utilize compelling visualizations showing performance and impact for decision-makers and stakeholder. 

• Developing reports and dashboards to ensure data is readily available

• Organizational Change Management designation

• Experience working in a unionized environment

• Experience implementing complex program, process, and system changes

Skills required for success: 

• Demonstrated issues management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

• Excellent leadership, coaching, mentoring, and team-building skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to build relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders

• Proven planning and organizational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication, presentation, and report writing skills.  

• Ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.  

• Proficiency in computer software programs, including the Google Suite

• Knowledge of project management principles and best practices.  

• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)

• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of employment & work environment: 

• Up to: 1 temporary full-time position for up to 6 months

• Hours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday

• Salary: $54.859 - $68.573 (Hourly)

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and office

• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits. 

Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AS/SB