Manager, Portfolio and Projects

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation•Leduc, AB

7d•CA$123,547 - CA$167,815•Hybrid

About The Position

At AFSC, we are rooted in people and agriculture, and we believe meaningful work happens when individuals feel valued, supported, and connected to a greater purpose. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and lead what’s next, whether they’re in the field or at a desk. We attract people who care deeply about making an impact on their teams, communities, and the future of agriculture in Alberta, working hard to keep them inspired so they stay. Reporting to the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, this position is responsible for effectively enabling AFSC Executive and Senior Management to achieve the corporation’s strategic business objectives by establishing, maintaining, participating in, and adding clarity and focus to a process that collects, assesses, approves, prioritizes, and disseminates the status of corporate projects and initiatives. Facilitates successful outcomes by making certain selected initiatives effectively coordinated, resourced and lead, and that appropriate project management best practices are employed in relation to people, processes and tools. Being enterprise-wide, these projects are often large, complex and have multiple stakeholders.

Requirements

Plans, prioritizes, and executes work efficiently, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
Provides clear direction and communicates effectively, tailoring messages to different audiences to gain alignment and support.
Analyzes complex information and financial indicators to solve problems and make informed business decisions.
Builds and develops strong, collaborative teams while supporting individual growth and removing obstacles to performance.
Thinks strategically, anticipates future opportunities, and turns vision into actionable plans and results.
Post-secondary education with a related degree
12 years related experience with 5 years in leadership capacity
Certificate in project management, PMP, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the organization’s project portfolio, ensuring initiatives are aligned with business goals and delivered effectively.
Provide clear leadership and direction, connecting team efforts to organizational strategy while driving performance and development.
Oversee project governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment, compliance, and successful outcomes.
Plan and manage budgets, resources, and business priorities to maximize efficiency and support strategic objectives.
Develop strategies, policies, and capabilities that strengthen team effectiveness and support long-term organizational growth and innovation.