Director, Strategy and Audit Operations

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 164,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Paid vacation

Annual performance incentive

Comprehensive group insurance plan

Support for growth and mentorship

Inclusive workplace culture and ENV

Indigenous candidate accommodation

Job summary

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) in Ottawa seeks a Director, Audit and Evaluation to shape and deliver internal audit strategies, plans and services strengthening governance, risk management, and controls.

The role provides strategic insight to anticipate risks, align with corporate objectives, and drive value across CMHC. The successful candidate will lead an inclusive team while collaborating with second line functions and external auditors.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, management, finance, risk management, or related field.
• 13+ years in public accounting or internal audit, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record leading an internal audit function and deep auditing knowledge.
• Authoritative knowledge of IIA standards, methodologies, and financial practice.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks in a large regulated environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for internal audit activities aligned with IIA standards and organizational priorities.
• Act as enterprise advisor, identifying risks, opportunities, and efficiencies to improve performance.
• Shape and deliver risk-based audit strategies and multiyear plans with measurable outcomes.
• Oversee communication of audit reports and risk assessments to senior leadership and Board committees.
• Strengthen governance through assurance on frameworks, risks, and controls.
• Lead innovation using data analytics, AI, and agile audit techniques to increase efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal functions, OSFI, and external auditors.
• Oversee enterprise risk identification and recommend improvements to mitigate exposure.
• Lead a high-performing, inclusive team with accountability and continuous learning.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Bilingual (French/English)

Internal audit expertise

IIA standards knowledge

Data analytics / AI awareness

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting / finance / risk management

Job description

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Office Location:Ottawa (ON); Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Toronto (ON); Vancouver (BC)

Travel Requirement:Occasional

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

Security Requirement: Secret

Salary:Our salaries generally range from $164092.90to $205116.13and are based on qualifications and experience.

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 ourresultsand support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided bytrust, where our leaders favour 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 when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• 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 Audit and Evaluation team, in the Director, Strategy and Audit Operations position. This role plays a pivotal leadership role and is responsible for shaping and delivering internal audit strategies, plans, and services that strengthen corporate governance, risk management, and internal controls.

The Director provides strategic insight to help the organization anticipate emerging risks and evolving priorities, ensuring the internal audit function remains forward-looking and value-driven. By identifying trends and translating insights into action, this role supports the achievement of CMHC’s corporate objectives and key strategic priorities.

What you’ll do:

• Provide strategic leadership for internal audit activities, ensuring audit plans, methodologies, and engagements align with IIA standards, regulatory expectations, and organizational priorities.
• Serve as a trusted enterprise advisor, identifying forward-looking risks, opportunities, and efficiencies that enhance corporate performance and support CMHC’s risk appetite.
• Shape and deliver risk based audit strategies and multiyear plans, monitoring performance against audit objectives and key indicators.
• Oversee the approval and communication of internal audit reports, risk assessments, and related products to senior management, Executive Committees, and the Audit Committee.
• Strengthen corporate governance by providing assurance and insight on governance frameworks, risk management practices, and internal controls.
• Lead innovation within the audit function, including the use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and agile audit techniques to drive efficiency and insight.
• Influence decision making at the executive and Board level by clearly presenting complex findings and actionable recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships, including with second line functions, OSFI, and external auditors.
• Oversee enterprise level risk identification and analysis, anticipating emerging risks and recommending improvements to mitigate exposure.
• Lead and develop a high performing, inclusive team, promoting accountability, continuous learning, stewardship of resources, and a respectful, diverse workplace.

What you should have:

• An undergraduate degree in accounting, management, finance, risk management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 13 years of experience in public accounting and/or internal audit, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• A proven track record of leading a professional internal audit function, with deep expertise in internal auditing and accounting principles and practices.
• Authoritative knowledge of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, leading practices, internal audit methodologies, and financial institution control environments.
• Strong understanding of complex organizational mandates, business objectives, programs, and regulatory frameworks within a large, regulated environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex issues and influence senior leaders and Board level audiences in both French and English.
• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear, actionable insights for executive decision making.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight timelines.
• Sound judgment, tact, and discretion when dealing with sensitive, confidential, or high impact matters.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

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