Director, Strategy

SkilledTradesBC

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

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Join SkilledTradesBC and be part of a highly engaged organization that is named one of BC's Top Employers and certified Great Place to Work

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Director, Strategy and Performance provides strategic leadership to SkilledTradesBC, ensuring the organization fulfills its government mandate through evidence-based decision-making, robust program governance, and alignment with strategic priorities. This role drives organizational performance, policy development, and data integrity while fostering collaboration across executive leadership, the Board, and key stakeholders.

Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), the Director leads the following teams: Policy and Research, Performance and Analytics, Strategic Programs, and Information Management. The role is also accountable for administrative fairness through the Review Officer function and oversees the organization's Business Continuity and Incident Management Plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategy Development and Project Support:

Partner with executive leadership and the Board to shape and execute strategies that advance SkilledTradesBC's mandate. Collaborate with department leaders, field teams, and external stakeholders to ensure strategic initiatives are assessed using rigorous methodologies, performance indicators, and advanced analytics. Lead the Project Management Office to deliver strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure project portfolios remain aligned with organizational priorities and promote adoption of project management best practices across SkilledTradesBC.

Business Intelligence & Organizational Performance:

Lead business intelligence initiatives to embed data-driven decision-making across the organization. Oversee data production, establish performance benchmarks, monitor key metrics, and deliver analytics for government and public reporting. Co-lead the data governance framework to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and alignment with strategic priorities.

Policy & Research:

Develop bylaws and policies, conduct research, and provide strategic advice on emerging issues impacting the industry training system. Analyze provincial and federal policy directions to assess implications for SkilledTradesBC's mandate and inform executive and Board decision-making. Ensure administrative fairness by overseeing the review of SkilledTradesBC decisions for consistency, suitability, and compliance with legislation and policy.

Privacy and Information Management:

Direct the development and implementation of policies governing the collection, use, disclosure, and retention of information, including personal data. Ensure compliance with FOIPPA, the Information Management Act, and the Skilled Trades BC Act. Provide interpretation and guidance on complex access and privacy matters and assess legislative impacts on programs and services.

Business Continuity and Incident Management:

Develop and maintain business continuity plans and lead incident management efforts. Act as Incident Management Team Director during critical events, ensuring coordinated and effective organizational response.

Team Leadership:

Provide direction and support to assigned teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Drive staff development, succession planning, and performance management to ensure alignment with SkilledTradesBC's strategic goals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A post-secondary degree in Business or Public Policy, or a related field is preferred; combination of education and work experience will be considered

10+ years working with government, boards or senior leaders in strategy development

Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Change Management certifications are desired

Business acumen and strong financial management background is required

Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization

Solid understanding of governance in a multi‑stakeholder environments

Proven ability to analyze organizational outcomes and develop macro solutions to improve

Strong group facilitation skills, with experience leading cross‑functional discussions and decision‑making

Experience effectively utilizing data analytics to support organizational decisions

Experience working within a BC government organization is preferred

Public relations experience and project management experience or skills would be an asset

SkilledTradesBC offers a highly competitive benefits package and perks which include:

Hybrid work schedule, floater days, and a 37.50-hour work week
Eligible for pension contributions
Lifestyle Spending Account
Extensive Extended Health and Dental Plans that are 100% employer paid

COMPENSATION

Salary Band G: $132,712 - $179,553

WHO WE ARE

SkilledTradesBC is a crown agency that is responsible for leading and coordinating the skilled trades training and credentialing system for the province. SkilledTradesBC provides strategic leadership, policy support and customer services to help apprentices, employers and industry.
SkilledTradesBC sets program standards, maintains credential records and issues the highly regarded Interprovincial Red Seal and B.C. Certificate of Qualifications (C of Q) credentials.

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you Submit your cover letter and resume by the closing date.
At SkilledTradesBC, we are committed to diversity and inclusion to ensure that everyone can be their best, authentic self at work. We strive to remove barriers that affect marginalized communities in our recruitment processes. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Due to the high number of applications the SkilledTradesBC receives, only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

SkilledTradesBC currently operates in a hybrid work environment which encompasses working remotely and in-office.

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Sprachkenntnisse

English

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