MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT (Data Governance)

City of Toronto•Toronto, ON

3d•CA$105,241 - CA$160,649•Hybrid

About The Position

Parks and Recreation is one of the largest divisions in the City of Toronto. We are the keepers of our common grounds - the parks, recreation facilities and natural spaces where Torontonians come together to build community and play, celebrate and explore. As a Management Consultant (Data Governance) in the Research and Analytics team in Parks & Recreation, you will work with senior management and key stakeholders to provide consulting services. Your role will focus on driving Parks & Recreation priorities aligned with corporate goals in the areas of data strategy development and planning, business planning and performance measurement reporting, business process re-engineering, organization design and restructuring, program review and alternative service delivery, program and service improvement, organization development, and change management.

Requirements

A degree in computer science, geography, engineering, data analytics, political science or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable experience leading data governance, data strategy development, or data management planning with a strong understanding of data integration, data architecture, and data analytics.
Considerable experience executing business process transformation and developing strategies, frameworks or roadmaps related to various aspects of data governance.
Considerable experience in project management, relationship management, and balancing a variety of stakeholder interests (i.e. political, community, and City staff).
Experience in coaching and mentoring staff in business analytics, metadata documentation, and data governance principles.
A creative collaborator, who is able to manage ambiguity, adapt to a changing workload and demonstrate composure under pressure/stressful conditions.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to multitask, effectively prioritize responsibilities and produce results.
Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills with an ability to convey complex concepts to lay audiences at all levels in the organization.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in handling matters of confidential, proprietary or sensitive nature as they relate to other senior staff, public and personnel matters.
Strong analytical, conceptual, problem-solving/negotiation and the ability to generate creative alternatives to identified issues.
Excellent organizational and planning skills to execute/manage multiple and competing deadlines, and to facilitate the implementation of projects within established timeframes.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships, manage through influence, develop solutions, drive change and interact and communicate effectively with divisional and agency staff.
Strong team leadership skills in mentoring, coaching, and facilitating an environment in which team members can thrive.

Responsibilities

Leads the development and implementation of frameworks, policies, and procedures for Parks & Recreation data governance.
Conducts research and consultations to align with regulatory requirements and organizational priorities.
Provides consulting services on data governance, integration, analytics, and fostering a data-driven culture.
Advises senior leadership on policies and performance strategies while driving divisional goals through strategic planning and data accountability frameworks.
Conducts assessments and prepares reports on organizational effectiveness and data governance.
Develops systems and tools to support decision-making and reporting for senior management and the City Council.
Ensures effective collaboration with internal branches to maintain accurate metadata documentation and manage risks in policy and data collection.
Leads and/or supports cross-departmental teams to develop and implement policies, operational improvements, and internal controls.
Manages data strategy, data accountability and advises on data management projects, ensuring alignment with divisional goals and budgets.
Builds cooperative relationships within and outside the organization and ensures successful project delivery.
Promotes team and organizational innovation and facilitates interdivisional initiatives to drive change and development.
Guides day to day work, mentors and coaches teammates.
Researches and analyzes trends in data governance, providing expert advice on new techniques and their applicability to organizational goals.
Maintains professional connections to stay updated on industry practices.
Represents the division in meetings, networks, and events, presenting data-driven insights and fostering discussion.
Provides subject matter expertise to internal and external stakeholders, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic development.
Understands and translates the relationship between business accountability and data accountability.