Director of Information Technology

[email protected]; Canada; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Manitoba is looking for a Director of Information Technology to lead and oversee the structure of its IT systems. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing IT projects, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to public service. This role involves strategic planning for secure and reliable technological infrastructure, crucial for facilitating elections. A valid Manitoba Driver’s License is required.

Qualifications

• The incumbent must be politically non-partisan in perception and fact.
• Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver’s License.
• Experience translating strategic priorities into clear technology plans.
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise and information security.
• Proven experience leading large-scale IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of all IT systems.
• Lead the design, security and protection of IT infrastructure.
• Supervise and support a skilled IT team.

Job description

Salary(s): IS5 $89,421.00-$121,346.00 per year

Closing Date: August 24, 2025

Elections Manitoba (EM) is an integrity-driven organization dedicated to ensuring free, fair, and accessible elections for the people of Manitoba. As an independent office of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly, EM is steadfast in upholding the core values of democracy. The team at EM is committed to fairness, integrity, respect, excellence, participation, innovation, and accountability, striving to create an environment where every voice is heard and every vote counts.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking IT leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as the Director of Information Technology. This is a unique and meaningful role for someone who thrives on purpose-driven work, is committed to public service, and excels in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and sound judgment are essential.

As Director, you’ll provide strategic direction and oversight of all IT systems and services, ensuring Elections Manitoba’s technology infrastructure is secure, reliable, and stable — both before and during election events, as well as after. You’ll play a key role in process improvement, risk management, and modernizing how we deliver these key services to Manitobans.

If you’re driven by the chance to make a difference and have the leadership skills to help safeguard the democratic process in Manitoba, we encourage you to apply. This is more than an IT leadership role — it’s an opportunity to serve the people of Manitoba with integrity and purpose.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment:

• The incumbent must be, and remain, politically non-partisan in both perception and fact

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Satisfactory criminal records check

• Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver’s License with access to a vehicle to use for work-related purposes

• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Manitoba when operations require

• Degree in a technology-related field; equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

• Experience translating strategic priorities into clear technology plans.

• Advanced knowledge of enterprise and information security including establishing security framework, monitoring and mitigation plans.

• Proven experience leading large-scale IT projects and managing vendor contracts and procurement.

· Expertise in data analytics, data modeling, and visualization tools such as SQL.

· Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IT policies and procedures.

· Experience supervising and mentoring IT staff and supporting a collaborative team environment.

· Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and stability.

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.

· Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple priorities under tight timelines.

· Strong political acumen with the ability to manage confidential and politically sensitive material. Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality, standards of personal conduct, ethical behaviour and common sense.

Desired Skills

· Security designation such as CISSP, GIAC are considered an asset.

· Election related experience

Elections Manitoba is seeking candidates who are willing to work on a flexible schedule when operations require; this may include working outside of standard office hours, and willingness to work additional hours, such as during election periods. The incumbent must also be capable of traveling for work-related purposes within Manitoba, and physically capable of lifting, carrying, and transporting equipment.

Duties:

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Information Technology will work independently and across departments to strategically lead the IT division, drive process optimization and enhanced service delivery in preparation of election events.

The Director, IT will lead the design, security and protection of Election Manitoba’s IT infrastructure and systems to insure the successful delivery of elections. The Director, IT will also supervise and support a skilled IT team and provide strategic leadership of all digital systems that support electoral management, voter registration, vote counting and real-time results reporting.

Apply to:

Advertisement No. 44443

Human Resource Services

302-386 Broadway

Winnipeg, MB R3C 3R6

Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

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Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their cover letter or resumé if they are from any of the following groups: women, Indigenous people, visible minorities or persons with disabilities.

Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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