Manager, Talent Dev & Workforce Planning

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Talent Development & Workforce Planning, this role is responsible for overseeing a group of specialists leading projects and initiatives related to talent development and workforce planning for Ontario's automotive and mobility sector. The Manager will work alongside the team's Strategist, Director, and other internal teams to ensure effective development and delivery of these projects and initiatives - which include collaboration across the province, talent sourcing and attraction, workforce development & retention, and diversity, equity, and inclusion - as well as effective team operations.

Responsibilities:

• People Leadership:
  • Lead a talented team in executing projects and initiatives, providing mentorship and guidance aligned with portfolio objectives.
• Project Management:
  • Design and execute pilot programs to grow and develop talent for the sector, leveraging data to drive continuous improvement.
  • Ensure team's compliance with key projects activities, milestones, and timelines set by the Ministry and in own work-back plans

• Collaborate with partners across Ontario's automotive and mobility ecosystem to find opportunities for stakeholders to contribute to projects.
• Support the ongoing evolution of talent strategies for Ontario's automotive and mobility workforce, and the delivery of projects and initiatives which bring these strategies to life.

• Track spending and forecast future spending on projects and produce periodic reports in alignment with Ministry standards.
• Liaise with internal teams such as Marketing and Communications to ensure the team's communication, government applications and products align with the organization's brand
• Track project spending, reconcile monthly spend reports, and forecast future project spending to manage team's progress on spending project budgets
• Produce periodic narrative and financial reports to meet Ministry requirements for reporting on project deliverables and spending

• Business Development and Thought Leadership:
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and partners to ensure project alignment and deliver high-quality outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations.
  • Contribute to marketing, events, and stakeholder engagement efforts, building strategic partnerships to advance project goals.
  • Drive thought leadership through research, analysis, and insights, influencing the automotive and mobility sector locally and globally.

Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies:

• Advanced degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, Human Resources or Talent Management.
• 5-7 years of experience in consulting, strategy, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on workforce and talent initiatives. Experience in HR, talent management, or project management is also desirable.
• 5+ years of leadership and people management experience, with experience managing diverse teams.
• Proven ability to lead complex programs and partnerships, with excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Advanced Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile methodologies is an asset.
• Knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and/or the automotive industry are advantageous.

OCI is committed to creating a diverse and equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. OCI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.