Manager, Strategic Planning and Governance

Greater Toronto Airports Authority; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of Strategic Planning and Governance to lead strategic initiatives and enhance organizational performance. This role is pivotal in developing strategic communications, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, and fostering a customer-centric culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategy development and governance, along with a passion for driving positive change within a dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to transforming the airport experience and making travel joyful and efficient for all passengers.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

RRSP plans with company match

Flexible hybrid work environment

Continuous learning opportunities

Reward and recognition program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in strategy development and corporate governance.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic communications and develop strategy-related materials.
• Align day-to-day activities with strategic plans across the organization.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, strategy, or analytics

Job description

Manager, Strategic Planning and Governance

Job Category: Chief Executive Office

Requisition Number: MANAG003910

Posted: April 16, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

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Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly.

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.

What's in it for you?

• An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community.
• Comprehensive and highly competitive healthcare and benefit coverage including RRSP plans with company match.
• A flexible hybrid work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program.

What can you expect from this position?

Reporting to the Associate Director, Corporate Strategy, the Manager, Strategic Planning & Governance will play a pivotal role in driving strategic communications within the organization, developing and delivering strategy-related materials, storytelling of strategic initiative progress, and facilitating effective communication through all levels of the organization.

You play a key role in developing the “drumbeat” of the organization, supporting the executive in establishing business cadence and governance that drive effective decision making, performance rigor and progress towards our goals.

As Manager, Strategic Planning & Governance, you will:

• Work collaboratively across the organization to align day-to-day activities and functions with strategic plans, ensuring the strategy is well understood and embedded across the organization.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including HR to ensure corporate culture reflects and enables corporate strategy, and develop an annual plan/workback schedule that aligns strategy work with all relevant reporting requirements and deadlines.
• Track overall progress toward organization’s current Strategy, goals and targets. Develop content to give cohesive and holistic views of the organization’s performance against the strategic plan.
• Support effective governance of executive team meetings through the development of agendas that are timely and topical, follow up with action owners and stakeholders to ensure that all actions are completed on time, and prepare board papers.
• Influence the development of organizational KPIs that align to our strategic objectives and support the facilitation of a business performance platform to monitor progression.

This is the role for you, if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, strategy, analytics, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in strategy development, strategic planning, corporate governance, and direct experience with C-suite and/or Board of Directors.
• Demonstrated experience working in a customer-centric environment.
• Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance.

The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.