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About the Role

Canadian Blood Services is seeking a Regular full-time Manager, Strategic Initiatives for the Inclusion, Sustainability and Engagement (ISE) team. This role focuses on translating diversity, equity, and inclusion priorities into actionable plans, removing systemic barriers, and strengthening inclusive practices to achieve measurable outcomes. It is ideal for individuals with strategic thinking and strong execution skills who enjoy influencing change through collaboration.

Responsibilities

Translate organizational commitments into practical plans, deliverables, and outcomes that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion priorities.
Identify emerging opportunities, risks, and gaps to help leaders make informed decisions and proactively address challenges.
Guide large-scale, multi-phase initiatives from concept to implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Create alignment among diverse perspectives and advance shared priorities through relationship building and influence across teams.
Evaluate results, identify improvement opportunities, and strengthen the long-term impact of initiatives using data, insights, and performance measures.
Lead cross-functional working groups and committees that support inclusive practices and sustainable organizational change.

Requirements

A university degree in social sciences, public administration, human resources management, business, organizational development or related field.
7+ years of progressive experience in strategy, organizational development, human resources management (HRM), diversity, equity, and inclusion, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to independently lead and deliver complex initiatives from strategy through execution and implementation.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Up-to-date resume.
Job specific cover letter.

Skills

Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite with in-depth knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online collaboration tools (yammer, etc.)
Strategic and analytical thinking.
Change management skills.
Project management skills.
Organizational skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to translate vision into execution.
Facilitation skills.
Collaboration skills.

Location

Ottawa (1800 Alta Vista Drive)
Toronto (67 College Street)

Work Type

Hybrid
Regular full-time

Experience Level

7+ years of progressive experience

Education Level

University degree in social sciences, public administration, human resources management, business, organizational development or related field.
Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP) designation is an asset.

Salary/Compensations

$114,800 - $135,100

Benefits

4 weeks' vacation.
Annual performance award up to 10%.
Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
Defined benefit pension plan.
Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

About the Company

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives.
Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work.
We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Equal Opportunity

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada.
We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.