Manager, Data Strategy & Measurement, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)

Canadian Tire Corporation•Toronto, ON

10d•CA$79,000 - CA$131,000

About The Position

Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities is a national charity committed to helping kids of all abilities in communities across Canada participate in sport, recreation, and play. At Jumpstart, we understand that for kids, the opportunity to play is about much more than getting active. Sport and being part of a team foster self-esteem and teach valuable life skills like courage, confidence, and teamwork. The vision of Jumpstart is simple: to make life in Canada better for children and youth through providing access to affordable sport. Canadian Tire Corporation is proud to fund 100% of Jumpstart’s general and administrative costs, allowing donations to go directly to helping kids. The Manager, Data Strategy and Measurement, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) will play a key part in Jumpstart’s commitment to strengthening community sport across Canada, and in ensuring all kids have an opportunity to realize the transformational benefits of participating in sport and play. Specifically, the role will support the development and implementation of an organization-wide data strategy that understands the needs of children & youth, steers what and why Jumpstart invests in, and supports delivery across the organization. In addition, the Manager, Data Strategy & MEL will manage and support the design, delivery and evolution of Jumpstart’s MEL framework across the organization to ensure Jumpstart programs continue to deepen impact on kids and communities across Canada.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in a related discipline
At least 8+ years experience in building and executing data strategies, impact measurement design, execution, and evaluation.
Demonstrated leadership and knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and its application, including a solid understanding of data privacy, ethical considerations, and enterprise IT systems and software to support responsible and effective use of data, particularly within social impact contexts.
Demonstrated experience collecting, analyzing and utilizing quantitative and qualitative data, including developing knowledge transfer tools and resources for diverse sets of audiences.
Demonstrated professional expertise in using data and impact measurement strategies to identify need and remove barriers to participation; experience applying these approaches within sport, recreation, or the broader social impact sector is a strong asset.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights and effectively communicate and present to diverse internal and external audiences.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, vendors, and external partners to deliver high-quality, impact-driven outcomes.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed to support engagement with partners, communities, and key strategic activities.
Proven track record of effective internal and external relationship management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to pro-actively identify and build value added analytics/reporting.
Excellent communication skills
High degree of customer service and focus

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (French) an asset

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an organization-wide data strategy that understands the needs of children and youth, steers what and why Jumpstart invests in, and supports delivery across the organization.
Manage and support the design, delivery and evolution of Jumpstart’s Measurement, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) framework across the organization.
Develop, manage and execute data and MEL initiatives designed to build charity capacity and credibility and which align to strategic objectives.
Develop and execute strategies designed to support Jumpstart’s thought leadership agenda.
Identify, develop and manage relationships and partnerships (internal & external) designed to enhance the standards and credibility of Jumpstart’s Data Strategy & MEL framework, including effective knowledge transfer and mobilization.
Support engagement through professional development and capacity building strategies in areas related to data and MEL.