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Director of Organizational DevelopmentProvincial Employment Roundtable • Montreal, QC, Canada
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Director of Organizational Development

Director of Organizational Development

Provincial Employment Roundtable • Montreal, QC, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $80,000$95,000, commensurate with experience and skills

Position Summary

The Provincial Employment Roundtable (PERT) is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and solutions-driven leader to build out ourDevelopment pillarone of the three core pillars of our strategic plan. This role is about designing the future of workforce development in Quebec for English-speaking communities. As Director of Organizational Development, you will lead the co-creation of scalable solutions alongside employers, educators, and employment service providers. You'll also be the driving force behind identifying and securing the funding needed to turn these solutions into realitythrough grants, proposals, and strategic partnerships. Working closely with the Executive Director and senior team, you will be a key architect of system-wide initiatives that address labour market gaps, promote inclusion, and amplify impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Systems Leadership

  • Drive the vision, strategy, and execution of PERTs Development pillar as outlined in the strategic plan.
  • Identify emerging challenges and opportunities in Quebecs labour and education systems; develop proactive responses with sector partners.
  • Integrate pilot projects, policy innovation, and stakeholder feedback into a coherent, evolving strategy for systemic impact.
  • Contribute to strategic planning, internal learning, and senior leadership decisions.

Program & Initiative Development

  • Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of initiatives that support employment integration and career advancement of English-speaking Quebecers.
  • Co-develop tools, guides, and frameworks to strengthen institutional and employer capacity.
  • Supervise internal and external project teams, consultants, and collaborators.

    • Funding & Proposal Development

  • Identify grant opportunities, funding streams, and partnership prospects aligned with PERTs priorities.
  • Lead the development of proposals, grant applications, and reporting processes.
  • Cultivate relationships with funders, partners, and public institutions to support long-term initiative sustainability.
  • Work with the Executive Director to align revenue generation with strategic goals.

    • Stakeholder Partnerships & Sectoral Collaboration

  • Build strong relationships with employers, post-secondary institutions, employment service providers, and sectoral leaders.
  • Oversee the operations and evolution of PERTs Sectoral Tables, ensuring actionable outputs and meaningful collaboration.
  • Work cross-functionally with Research and Engagement teams to ensure integrated, evidence-based solutions.

    • Promotion & Knowledge Mobilization

  • Collaborate with the Communications Director to spotlight PERTs Development work and share insights.
  • Represent PERT in forums, panels, and consultationsacting as an advocate, connector, and champion of inclusive workforce strategies.

    • Qualifications

    Required :

  • 3-5 (5+ years preferred) years of experience in workforce development, organizational development, public policy, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience writing successful grant proposals and managing funder relationships.
  • Proven track record of leading multi-stakeholder projects or cross-sectoral initiatives.
  • Knowledge of Quebecs employment, education, and community service ecosystems.
  • Experience managing staff, consultants, and / or working groups.

    • Strong Assets :

  • Strong bilingual communication skills (English and French).
  • Knowledge of federal and provincial funding ecosystems.
  • Familiarity with Quebecs English-speaking communities and the employment barriers they face.
  • Background in applied research, public administration, program design, or community development.
  • Experience with performance frameworks, CRM systems, or collaborative project platforms.

    • What We Offer

  • A mission-driven organization working at the intersection of research, policy, and community impact.
  • A collaborative and learning-oriented culture.
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements and a supportive team environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits, including :

    • 3 weeks paid vacation + office closure at year-end overlapping with Christmas and New Years

  • 9 paid sick days
  • 50% employer contribution to health and dental benefits
  • Employer contributions to TFSA-RRSP after one year of employment

    • How to Apply

    Submit your CV and cover letter through our job portal. Applications will be reviewed in September 2025. If you require accommodations during the hiring process, please contact .

    About PERT

    Founded in 2020, the Provincial Employment Roundtable (PERT) is a nonprofit think tank working to improve the employment outcomes of Quebecs English-speaking communities. Through research, engagement, and development, we work across sectors to create systemic, inclusive solutions that strengthen Quebecs labour market and ensure no community is left behind.

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