Full Job Description
THE ROLE
When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to a process for current and future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.
The IS Change Manager is responsible for overseeing and governing the entire change management lifecycle across IT systems, ensuring all modifications are assessed, approved, and implemented with minimal disruption to business operations. This role leads the Change Advisory Board (CAB), coordinates scheduling and prioritization of changes, and enforces adherence to ITIL-aligned processes, policies, and best practices.
The incumbent will evaluate change requests for completeness, risk, and business impact; maintain the enterprise change calendar to prevent conflicts; and monitor metrics to assess success rates and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Collaboration with project management, release management, and service transition teams is key to ensuring smooth implementations and effective post-change reviews.
The IS Change Manager acts as a liaison between IT and business stakeholders, providing guidance, training, and communication regarding upcoming changes and their potential impacts. This position plays a critical role in strengthening operational stability, reducing change-related incidents, and driving continuous process maturity within the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline OR several years of experience in a related field
AND
Change Management certification, an asset
Experience
In change, release, and configuration management processes
In managing change efforts and activities
In drafting, applying and interpreting policies and procedures
In change management tools and Information Technology Service Manager (ITSM) platforms
In designing and developing communications
In implementing IT changes
In Configuration Management Database (CMDB)
In leading multi-disciplinary teams
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
Skills and Abilities
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Communication and stakeholder management skills
Organizational and time management skills
Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships
Ability to champion and influence change
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset
Reading: Advanced Level
Writing: Functional Level
Oral: Advanced Level
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
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OTHER INFORMATION
This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Flexible Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager.
START DATE
July 27, 2026