JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 72796
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: July 17,2025
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 to 3604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967.88 - $94,068.84/year)
A successful society is defined by its people and the opportunities available for them to participate fully and actively in all aspects of life and or their families. The Ministry of Children and Family Services focuses on early intervention, child development and delivering supports and services to children, youth and families. It works to ensure that children in Alberta have the tools they need to thrive in healthy families and communities. You can be part of helping us make a difference!
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REQUIREMENTS:

University graduation in a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

As part of the application process, you are required to:

• Complete all pre-screen questions.
• A cover letter outlining why you are applying to this role and how your experience relates to the qualifications is required.
• Complete any applicable pre-employment documentation requirements.
• Project Management-specific training and experience managing large, complex projects is required and must be demonstrated in resume.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

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• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
• Professional learning and development -
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

Are you a seasoned project manager ready to make a meaningful impact? Join Children and Family Services (CFS) Project and Portfolio Management Office (PPMO) and help drive strategic initiatives that improve outcomes for children, families, and communities across Alberta.
As a Senior Project Management Specialist, you will lead high-impact projects and service improvement initiatives aligned with the Ministry’s highest strategic priorities. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in non-technical project environments such as non-profit, business transformation, policy implementation, or organizational change.

What You will do:

• Pro-actively lead, manage and support complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Strong planning, analytical, issues management and consultative skills are required.
• Provide experience-based expert advice and leadership in best project management practices, tools, and methodologies for complex social projects/change initiatives.
• Develop and implement change management strategies and tools to support successful project outcomes.
• Engage with key stakeholders to identify and analyze barriers, promote solutions and support the desired change effect.
• Mentor, coach, and lead development opportunities for Ministry colleagues to build project and change management capacity across the Ministry.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of OPM and PPMO services, including performance measurement, benefits realization, and integration of alternative methodologies.
• Support operational needs of the unit and Strategic Planning and Operations branch, including procurement, resource acquisition, onboarding, internal engagement, and adoption of innovative practices.
• Excellent time management skills to meet strict deadlines and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential in this role.
• Excellent English communicating, writing and presentation skills are required daily.

If you’re passionate about leading meaningful change and bringing a fresh perspective to public service project management, we encourage you to apply.
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