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We have an exciting full time, permanent role for a Manager of Solution Architecture & Analysis. This is a hybrid opportunity with one of our large-scale crown corporation clients in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This individual will have to work onsite a minimum of 1-day per week.
Reporting to the Director, Technology Planning and Architecture, the Manager, Architecture and Analysis is responsible for ensuring that all systems are designed in support of our client's projects, business plans and objectives and are based on appropriate architectural decisions that will save long-term costs, improve efficiencies, and streamline operations. The position works with other areas within the organization to plan and deliver information systems that best reflect both the needs of the business and the service units, with main responsibilities focused business system analysis, and solution designs. The incumbent will also be responsible for advancing innovation through the use of new technologies that can benefit the corporation.
Key Details

• Reporting To: Director, Technology Planning & Architecture
• Division: IT Services
• Environment: Hybrid, 1-day onsite per week
• Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
• Team Size: Varies between 15-30 depending on project needs. It will be a mix of Solution Architects, Business Solution Architects and Business Systems Analysts

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of solution architecture and business systems analysis practices.
• Develop and maintain annual and multi-year resourcing plan for architect and business system analyst teams.
• Develop and implement plans in researching new technologies that benefit the corporation.
• Provide input in establishing and implementing an enterprise-wide Information Technology (IT) strategy (Technology Roadmap).
• Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing management of a comprehensive, multi-year information technology planning program.
• Manage the implementation of strategic, tactical, and operational plans, program elements, goals and objectives, and priorities for the component units of the section. Ensure that the architecture and business system analyst teams work are aligned with these plans and advance the long term ITS strategic plan.
• Define key goals, objectives, and metrics for solution architects and business systems analysts.
• Manage the implementation of strategic actions to sustain a climate of achievement and efficiency in the workplace. Identify the implications of strategic organizational direction to architecture and business system analysis practices.
• Provide input in ensuring that strategic actions are aligned with organizational values.
• Participate in the promotion of strategic relationships between internal IT resources and external entities (e.g., external IT service providers, regulatory agencies, etc.).
• Develop business continuity plan for architecture and business system analysis operations.
• Lead the intake of all requests for IT consulting services, new systems, and major upgrades.
• Lead and manage the delivery of business system analysis and solution architecture in support of project implementation and operational needs.
• Ensure that all existing, new, and revised systems comply with architectural standards, and with legislative and regulatory requirements regarding data protection and privacy.
• Ensure that the architecture and design of all systems are considered holistically with the goal of reducing their technology footprint and promoting system “re-use”.
• Ensure that business and system analysis artefacts are at highest quality standards.
• Serve as the key advisor to the Director, Technology Planning and Architecture, other ITS Directors, and the Vice President, ITS regarding architecture and business system analysis.
• Assist in developing business cases and cost/benefit analysis for IT spending and initiatives.
• Manage the overall portfolio of work performed within the architecture and business systems analysis teams and make decisions regarding the prioritization of work and ongoing activities.
• Demonstrate consistent and visible support for change, and clearly communicate the vision for what it will accomplish to architecture and business systems analysis teams.
• Help remove organizational barriers to change success.
• Lead the planning, development, and implementation of architecture and business system analysis policies and procedures, and ensure that they are adhered to within and outside the department.
• Manage and facilitate the resolution of issues within the architecture and business system analysis teams. Consult and seek assistance from the Director, Technology Planning and Architecture, other ITS leaders, and other departments as required.
• Conduct periodic process review to ensure continued process improvement of service delivery: business system analysis, solution architecture, consulting services, and technology innovation.
• Monitor vendor and contracted resources’ performance and in coordination with Procurement, impose penalties and fines where appropriate.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure effective communication and sharing of information, knowledge, and expertise within and outside the division.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure effective communication and sharing of information, knowledge, and expertise within and outside the division.
• Participate in the Information Technology Service’s overall annual budget development process.
• Develop business system analysis and solution architecture practice, consulting services, and technology innovation annual business plan/budget.
• Provide input into the development of the annual Technology Architecture and Planning business plan/budgets.
• Monitor and control allocated budget on a regular basis to ensure expenditures are on track. Provide budget status report as required.
• Approve expenditure requests within level of designated financial authority.
• Work with other managers, ITS Directors, and the Vice President, ITS regarding overall ITS budgetary/financial issues.
• Ensure architecture and business system analyst staff are fostering an environment that involves the development of cost effective and efficient practices.
• Participate in the planning/development of operating and capital budgets for ITS.

Qualifications and Skills

• A degree in computer science, engineering, system analysis, business, or a related field of study, or a combination of education, certification, and industry experience.
• A minimum of fifteen years progressive experience in an information technology domain such as business analysis, system analysis, architecture, project management, IT operations, and infrastructure or combination.
• A minimum of five years supervisory/leadership experience in information technology.
• Experience in long term planning, budgeting, performance monitoring, and the implementation of operational programs.
• Demonstrated project management skills in an Information Systems environment including vendor and contract management experience.
• Knowledge and experience in architectural standards and best practices (TOGAF).
• Knowledge and experience in Business Analysis best practices and processes (BABOK, IIBA).
• Work experience demonstrating achievement of efficiencies, strong leadership and organizational skills, adoption of best practices, strong initiative and ability as a self-starter, and strong human resource management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated political acumen.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills, meeting facilitation, and influencing.
• Experience in building trust and creating excellent working relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Currency with, and demonstrated conceptual understanding of, leading edge technology options.
• Demonstrated ability to develop organizational plans in alignment with organizational direction.
• Demonstrated competency in aligning corporate structure and business systems with organizational values.
• Demonstrated ability to address the root cause of problems to prevent recurrences.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and empower others to overcome difficulties and achieve organizational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to use the ideas and concepts for other cultures and perspectives in a way that demonstrates understanding and ensures mutually beneficial results.
• Contact with others involves exchanging information, resolving conflicts, advising, counselling, obtaining cooperation, initiating programs, and negotiating. Communication requires courtesy, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Internal contact involves all ITS employees, and regular contact with other divisions.
• External contact involves vendors, industry research firms, contractors, and other gaming and liquor jurisdictions.

Benefits

• Discretionary Time: Up to 10-paid discretionary leave days per year. Employees can carry forward discretionary leave days each year for a total of up to 50-days.
• Hybrid Work Model: 1-day onsite per week minimum.
• Maternity & Parental Leave: Top-up of E.I maternity leave benefits to 93% of employee's basic earnings for 17 weeks.
• Fitness Allowance Reimbursement: Up to $250 per year that can be used to cover gym memberships, fitness equipment, and more.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is made up of employees from across the organization who are passionate about bringing diversity and inclusion to life.
• The Together Project: Caring is part of their corporate culture - they care for each other, their partners, and their community The Together Project represents the charitable efforts of the corporation and its employees working together to enrich the lives of Manitobans. Employee charitable activities are eligible for reward benefits.
• Vacation: Accrue up to 10-paid vacation days per year during the first 2-years of employment.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan: Guaranteed lifelong monthly payment at retirement provides great security for employee’s long-term strategy.
• Customized Health Insurance / Wellness Plan: Choose from a variety of options to best fit your needs. Includes coverage for prescription drugs, vision, dental, ambulance, extended health options and more for you and your eligible dependents.
• Health Spending Account: Depending on the option you choose, you may receive up to $1,750 towards eligible medical or dental expenses.
• And more.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winnipeg, MB R0G 1C9