A high-profile leadership role for an experienced facilitator with outstanding collaborative skills

HR Planning, Modernization and Corporate Services division acts as a support function for the BC Public Service Agency, providing expertise to deliver on new products and processes and to continuously improve the PSA’s ability to deliver services to the BC Public Service as an employer. The Strategic Vendor Management Office is one of the branches within the division and provides strategic oversight and leadership in the management of vendors and relationships with broader public sector clients.

The Engagement Lead is responsible for the change management strategies for a large multi-faceted project with multiple key deliverables and significant stakeholder relations. The position is responsible for key streams of activity within the project including, but not limited to, the Stakeholder Engagement Plan, and the Change Management Strategies and Implementation Plan associated with business transformation in an outsourced service area.

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years related experience including:
  • Developing and implementing a range of stakeholder and change management strategies and methodologies;
  • Managing multiple assignments or projects or leading a component of a significant project that affects many external stakeholders/partners;
  • Building partnerships and managing relationships with senior level external stakeholders;
  • Experience in leading transformative organization change;
  • Directing the work of other engagement/change management managers, professional employees, and/or consultants;
  • Research and analysis of complex, multi-faceted issues (e.g., business case development for large-scale initiatives, etc.);
  • Leading change processes with diverse groups of stakeholders internal and external to government; and
  • Preparation of strategic briefing materials for senior officials and delivering executive-level presentations.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Recent experience in a large-scale procurement initiative.
• Experience working in public sector service delivery.
• Supervisory experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Elaine.1.Abanto@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
CRC - A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.