Bilingual Advisor, Data and Information

CMHC; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing authority in Canada is seeking a Data Governance Leader to enhance their Enterprise Data Governance program. This role requires extensive experience in data governance and management, including a minimum of 10 years in the field. The ideal candidate will drive policy development, coordinate with various teams, and bring advanced communication skills in both English and French. Join a team dedicated to making a significant impact in housing stability.

Benefits

Annual paid vacation

Performance incentive

Pension plan

Comprehensive group insurance

Training and mentorship

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in data governance and management.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive experience with data stewardship and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of data governance policies.
• Co-lead implementation of data management standards.
• Provide expertise in data modeling and cataloging.

Skills

Data governance expertise

Change management

Project management

Analytical skills

Bilingual communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer systems, information management, or business administration

Tools

Informatica

Collibra

Job description

Job Requisition ID : 10901

Position Status : Permanent Full Time

Position Type : Hybrid

Office Location : Ottawa (ON); Montreal (QC); Toronto (ON)

Travel Requirement : Limited

Language Designation : Bilingual

Language Skill Levels (Read / Write / Speak) : BBB

Security Requirement : Reliability Status

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. We have flexibility in how, when, and where we work, within the boundaries of the business needs and the nature of your role. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favor an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people, and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get as a permanent employee:

• Annual paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship, and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
• While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.

About the role

Join the Enterprise Data Office (EDO), where we are working to make data an asset for solving challenges for CMHC in providing housing market stability, mortgage liquidity, and supporting housing development and insights. In this role, you will be part of the leadership team bringing enterprise data services to life. You will lead the evolution of the organization’s data capabilities and provide expert advice on data strategy, practices, and processes to ensure alignment with organizational objectives, along with IT operations support and advisory. The role requires expertise in strategic planning, change management, and project management to foster a data-centric culture that drives organizational goals.

What you’ll do :

1. Lead the development and implementation of policies, standards, processes, related tools, and coordinate with data architecture to enhance CMHC’s Enterprise Data Governance program.
2. Co-lead the development and implementation of data management standards, data protection standards, and the adoption of master data management (MDM) and Reference Data Management (RDM) solutions, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams (Privacy, Security, Risk, Architecture) and third-party vendors.
3. Provide subject matter expertise related to data management, including data modeling, cataloging, business glossary, and MDM/RDM activities.
4. Liaise with IT and Business stakeholders to align data initiatives with enterprise-wide business objectives and corporate strategy, including change management.
5. Establish and maintain strong relationships across the organization to ensure effective deployment of EDO services.
6. Develop and report on KPIs and metrics to demonstrate value delivery.
7. Continuously evolve Data Services through project delivery, ensuring value realization and sound data practices in IT and Business Operations.

What you should have :

1. An undergraduate degree in computer systems, information management, or business administration.
2. A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in data governance and management, including at least five (5) years in a leadership role.
3. Extensive experience with data governance, data stewardship, and related technologies (e.g., Informatica, Collibra).
4. Knowledge of data lifecycle management, data modeling, and data architecture.
5. Advanced communication skills in English and French, with strong leadership abilities to influence and advise senior management.
6. Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives under tight deadlines.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize information and develop recommendations.

It would be great if you also had :

1. A CIPP/C certification or equivalent industry certification.
2. Certified Data Management Professional (DAMA) and/or Data Management Capability Assessment Model (DCAM).
3. A Master’s degree in Data Strategy, Data Governance, or Data Management.

Posting closing date: The competition remains active until the position is filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans, and individuals of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We welcome applications from non-Canadians eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC values diversity of thought and people as essential to achieving our mission.

What happens after you apply

We appreciate your effort in applying. If selected for an interview or testing, please inform us if you require accommodation. If you previously applied and were unsuccessful, we encourage you to apply again as new positions are posted. We look forward to seeing what you bring to the table!