Project Director, Transformation and Organizational Effectiveness

Toronto Metropolitan University; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 160,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Metropolitan University is seeking a Project Director, Transformation and Organizational Effectiveness to lead some of the university's most complex, high-visibility initiatives using the Target Operating Model Architecture. You will partner with senior leaders to shape operating models, structures, and workforce strategies that enable TMU to work more effectively and deliver on priorities.

You'll lead enterprise HR transformation from strategy through implementation, establish

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• 12+ years of management consulting or internal org design transformation experience.
• Experience leading large-scale organizational design and transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex transformation initiatives using TO-M (Target Operating Model) Architecture.
• Partner with senior leaders to shape operating models, structures and workforce strategies.
• Lead enterprise HR transformation from strategy through implementation and establish governance.
• Build internal capability to sustain and advance transformation over time.

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or Organizational Psychology

Job description

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

About Organizational Effectiveness

The Organizational Effectiveness team builds TMU’s organizational design capability and enables complex, enterprise-level transformation through a structured, collaborative and people-centred approach. Working in close partnership with leaders and cross-functional HR teams, we bring together organizational design, project and change management expertise to help align people, roles, operating models and service delivery with the University’s evolving priorities. Our work is grounded in consistent methodology, strong governance and practical solutions, and includes some of TMU’s largest and most complex transformation initiatives.

The Opportunity

What could TMU accomplish if its people, structures, and ways of working were designed for what the University needs next?

As the Project Director, Transformation and Organizational Effectiveness, you'll lead some of TMU's most complex, high-visibility and strategically important transformation initiatives using the Target Operating Model (TOM) Architecture helping the University translate vision into meaningful organizational change.

You’ll partner with senior leaders to shape operating models, organizational structures, and workforce strategies that enable TMU to work more effectively, adapt to change, and deliver on its strategic priorities. You’ll bring a combination of strategic thinking, organizational expertise, and strong project leadership to challenges that have an institution-wide impact.

You’ll lead enterprise HR transformation and organizational effectiveness initiatives from strategy through implementation, navigating complexity across functions, stakeholders, and organizational boundaries. You’ll establish the governance, frameworks, methodologies, and tools needed to bring structure to large-scale transformation while building the University’s internal capability to sustain and advance this work over time.

As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you’ll help translate broad strategic priorities into practical organizational solutions by asking the difficult questions, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping leaders make informed decisions about how work, people, and resources should come together. You’ll also lead cross-functional teams, manage resources and competing priorities, and create the conditions for successful and sustainable change.

This is an opportunity to help shape how one of Canada's leading universities works, evolves, and prepares for its future. Your work will extend beyond individual projects: you’ll help build more effective structures, stronger organizational capabilities, and scalable ways of working that enable TMU to achieve more.

If you’re energized by complex institutional challenges, thrive when working with senior leaders, and are motivated by the opportunity to turn strategy into lasting organizational impact, this is a chance to play a defining role in TMU's transformation journey.

Leadership Competencies

• Acts with Integrity: Demonstrates behaviors aligned with high ethical standards and personal integrity and acts in accordance with TMU values.
• Builds Relationships of Trust & Collaboration: Actively builds a culture of trust and fosters meaningful relationships.
• Leads Inclusively: Creates an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, recognized, empowered to achieve their potential, and valued for their differences.
• Demonstrates Organizational Acumen: Understands and respectfully navigates complex internal and external environments using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
• Drives Vision & Results: Creates and implements a vision grounded in sound decision-making to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Master’s Degree, preferably in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or Organizational Psychology.
• At least twelve12 years of relevant work experience in management consulting (client facing) or internal Organization Design transformation projects, with a strong focus on organizational design, change management and full cycle project management
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale organizational design and transformation initiatives, including operating model design, workforce planning, and organizational restructuring.
• Experience working within complex, unionized and/or multi-stakeholder environments, preferably in the public sector, higher education, or similarly complex institutions.
• Strong people leadership experience, including coaching and developing high-performing teams and project resources.
• Demonstrated experience developing executive-level reports, presentations, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Experience facilitating senior leadership workshops, strategy sessions, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams and managing complex transformation programs.
• Experience applying organizational design methodologies, change management frameworks, and process improvement approaches.
• Advanced project and program leadership skills, including planning, resource and budget management, and risk mitigation, with the ability to lead multiple complex initiatives concurrently.
• Strong strategic consulting capability, with the ability to influence decision-making and partner effectively across senior leadership and operational teams.
• Deep understanding of transformation, organizational design, and operating model development, including the ability to identify opportunities to enhance programs, processes, and service delivery.
• Strong digital and systems orientation, with the ability to leverage technology and data to design innovative models, tools, and ways of working that improve organizational effectiveness.

Additional Information (MAC)

Position Number20005709

Reports ToExecutive Director, HR Strategy, Talent Management & Organizational Effectiveness

DepartmentHuman Resources - Strategy and Governance

Employee Group MAC

Vacancy TypeTerm

This is a current vacancy

Work LocationHybrid

Start DateASAP

End Date2 years from start date

Hours of Work 36.25

Grade D71

Salary Scale$121,408 - $193,937

Hiring Salary Range$160,408 - $169,000

TA SpecialistClaudiu Filimon

Posting DateAugust 21, 2026

Application Close DateAugust 31, 2026

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability/reliability and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.