Director, Business Planning and PPMO - Location flexible within BC - 2026.073

Community Living BC

  • Vancouver, BC
  • $118,273-147,841 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
  • Apply easily
We are honoured to be selected again as one of B.C.'s Top Employers.If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute your experience, knowledge, and passion in a meaningful way, CLBC is the place for you!Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is a Crown corporation responsible for arranging supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. CLBC staff strive to advance the vision of Communities of belonging, lives with connection.Term/Status: Permanent, Full-time (70 hours bi-weekly)Classification/Salary: Management Band 5 / Position starts at $118,273 - $147,841Team: Head Office - Governance and CommunicationsLocation: Flexible within British Columbia, with a designated CLBC office as your primary location (Hybrid - 1 day in office)At CLBC, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all people with relevant skills, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized people, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ2+IA. For accommodation needs, please contact CLBC.Careers@gov.bc.ca at any stage of the hiring process.Visit our page to learn more about working at CLBC, what we offer, and tips for the interview process.About the opportunity:The Director, Business Planning and PPMO is a member of the Senior Management team reporting to the VP, Governance and Communications. The role is responsible for overseeing strategic and operational project portfolios, annual corporate planning and prioritization and the implementation of strategic initiatives. This role involves overseeing cross-functional initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving effective decision-making in alignment with strategic organizational priorities.Key responsibilities include:
  • Leads the Corporate Planning process that aligns with CLBC's Strategic Plan, Service Plan and Operational Plan.
  • Supports the coordination of CLBC's Corporate Business Planning processes, ensuring alignment between strategic priorities, organizational initiatives, and operational capacity.
  • Works with senior leadership to identify and monitor cross-organizational priorities, risks, and dependencies that impact the delivery of strategic initiatives.
  • Oversees the Project Portfolio Management Office (PPMO).
  • Manages the organization's consolidated portfolio of projects and initiatives.
  • Provides senior management advice on project/portfolio prioritization, business value, risk, change implications, and costs.
  • Implements best practices, standards and appropriate methodologies.
  • Oversees business analysis and solution design.
  • Responsible for architectural framework aligned with project portfolio management framework.
  • Supervises, recruits, trains, coaches, and manages the performance of direct reports.
  • Regularly engages direct reports in 1-on-1s with clear objectives and intended outcomes and provides effective feedback.
  • Offers guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
  • Manages within a delegated budget, monitors variances, reviews forecasts & reporting, and contributes to future budget and business plan development.
  • Manages within an overall budget allocation of approximately 1.3 million.
What you'll bring:
  • Minimum of 8 -10 years' direct experience in an equivalent position responsible for portfolio management, and integrated business planning, including departmental leadership experience.
  • A bachelor's degree in business, Public Administration, or related field.
  • To reduce barriers to the application process, we welcome a combination of transferable skills, knowledge, lived experience, and comparable qualifications for consideration.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) designation is an asset.
  • Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt or Master Black Belt) is an asset.
  • Experience in a public sector organization is an asset.
We are also looking for:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of planning and business transformation within technology and information-dependent environments.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization and with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to design and deliver solutions that align with legislative requirements and desired customer outcomes.
  • Strong leadership skills in managing professional staff and project teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and inspire others; exhibited emotional intelligence.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in group settings and one-on-one with Executive and Senior Management.
Benefits: A rewarding career at CLBC comes with great benefits, including:
  • Employer-paid extended health and dental plan
  • A BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation plus additional personal days
  • Paid maternity/parental/adoption leave
  • Life insurance, paid sick days, and, if needed, long-term disability
  • Wellness supports, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Professional development funds and resources to encourage continuous learning and skill development
  • Access to government discounts on travel, cell phones, and more!
Travel: Occasional overnight travel within BCAdditional Info:
  • Successful applicants are subject to a Criminal Record Check
Closing date: April 22, 2026If your application is shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview where you'll have the opportunity to share more about your experience. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.This opportunity is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

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