BAND 2 - Manager, Corporate Communications & Change AMENDED

The Team
The Corporate Planning & Priorities (CPP) team is a dynamic unit dedicated to corporate planning, change management, communications, training, business operations, and performance. This multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts supports the Ministry, Division, and Branch in implementing strategic priorities and ensuring the delivery of critical services for children, youth, young adults, and families across B.C. As a newly established team, the CPP team is committed to fostering collaboration, enabling service excellence, and making a meaningful impact through comprehensive support for staff and leaders. Joining this team offers an opportunity to contribute to transformative work in a supportive, fast-paced environment where dedication and passion for positive change are at the forefront.

The Role
The Manager of the Corporate Planning & Priorities team will lead a group focused on creating and implementing change management processes, communication strategies, engagement plans, and top-tier training and development tools for the branch. This role is integral in ensuring the Division’s mission to support children, youth, young adults, and families in B.C. through inclusive and effective communication and training initiatives. Candidates should be excited to join this new and growing team, shaping the work culture and collaborating with dedicated colleagues. If you are passionate about team leadership, strategic communication, and impactful training and development, this position offers the chance to make a real difference. Joining now allows you to help build a collaborative, supportive environment where success is shared.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in business administration, public administration, communications or other relevant discipline and a minimum of 3 years of recent, related experience*; OR
• Diploma in business administration, public administration, communications or other relevant discipline and a minimum of 4 years of recent, related experience*; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include:

• Developing and implementing a range of partners and change management strategies and methodologies.
• Developing and implementing strategic communications and leading partner issues management.
• Managing multiple assignments or projects or leading a component of a significant project that affects many external partners.
• Building partnerships and managing relationships with senior level internal and external partners.
• Leading and managing a team of multidisciplinary staff, managing performance and assignment of workload.
• Experience in transformative organization change.
• Preparation of strategic briefing materials for senior officials.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Five (5) or more years of related experience.
• 3 years of recent experience in large scale organizational change management and issues strategy planning.
• 3 years of recent experience in partner engagement.
• 3 years of recent experience managing complex files and projects.
• 3 years of recent experience managing diverse workloads proactively, effectively, independently and under pressure.
• Prosci Change Management certification.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Claire.Steel@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment: Posting is extended and will now close Nov. 26, 2024 at 11:00 pm.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

Join one of Canada’s top 100 employers and you’ll find an amazing combination of benefits, support, and opportunities.

• Health benefits and pension
• Paid time off and flexible work options
• Career mobility and professional development
• Scholarships and BC student loan forgiveness

In addition to this exciting opportunity, the BC Public Service is an award-winning employer in British Columbia, including such accolades as being one of BC's Top Employers for 2017, one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2017 and one of Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers in 2017. The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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