Change & Development Specialist

Change & Development Specialist

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives.

With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity

The Organizational Effectiveness and Change Management (OECM) Centre of Expertise is a unit of Human Resources at the University of Manitoba. OECM provides strategic consulting, training, tools, and advisory services that enable leaders to successfully implement organizational change.

OECM team members serve as trusted advisors to internal project sponsors by providing practical guidance, proven frameworks, consulting expertise, and capacity-building resources throughout the change journey. The unit provides consulting and training in diverse areas of change management and process improvement.

This position focusses on building organizational capacity by equipping leaders and employees with practical skills for navigating change. This includes designing and delivering training (in-person, synchronous online, and through E-Learning) in areas of process mapping, process improvement, leading people through change, navigating change, and other topics relating to supporting successful change adoption.

The role also designs and builds resources that contribute to our change management toolkit. The key skills applied in this role are training design, training delivery, consulting, advising, communication (verbal and written), and client service.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for

• Completed undergraduate degree in a related field, such as adult education, human resources, management, or organizational behaviour required.
• Certification in any of Change Management (eg. Prosci), Project Management eg. (Prince2), Training & Development (eg. CAE or PDAL), or Human Resources would be an asset.
• At least three years experience in instructional design and training delivery, with a focus on adult learning principles.
• Experience creating E-learns.
• Demonstrated experience in change or project management including supporting the end user experience.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Outstanding facilitation and presentation skills.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

• Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers: https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=48538

Closing Date: August 7, 2026

Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.