ERP Project Manager – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

ERP Project Manager

Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary
The Enterprise Application Services (EAS) department in Information Technology Services (ITS) provides services to support and improve university administration. This includes maintaining existing and implementing new administrative systems, as well as upgrading and supporting a variety of information technology platforms. Reporting to the Associate Director, Projects & Portfolio, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) projects, conducting business process analysis, and driving improvements across enterprise systems and the offices they support.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cultivate results-oriented project teams with shared goals and a common knowledge base. Manage ERP projects through all phases, ensuring deliverables are achieved using sound project management methods (e.g., project charters, work breakdown structures, scheduling, communications, and decision matrices).
  • Consult with functional and technical experts to analyze and document business processes, functional requirements, and procedures. Recommend and implement strategic solutions to improve efficiency, data integrity, and system integration.
  • Provide consultative advice to staff on optimizing business processes, integrated systems, and data management. Assess the impact of proposed changes and ensure alignment with organizational objectives and policy standards.
  • As a member of the enterprise systems team, ensure data integrity and security compliance, perform audits, resolve discrepancies, and test new functionalities and upgrades. Provide user support, guidance, and training as required.
  • Conduct research and make recommendations on new initiatives, best practices, and emerging technologies in IT and higher education to support both immediate and long-term strategic goals.
Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications
  • University degree in a related field such as Business Administration or Information Technology plus five years’ experience in a similar role (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementations or managing large, complex ERP-level initiatives.
  • Proven track record of delivering projects using recognized project management methodologies and best practices.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
  • A highly motivated individual and innovative thinker with the proven ability to work successfully both independently and in a team environment.
  • Project Management Certification (PMP)
Assets
  • Business Analysis Certification.
  • Lean/ Lean Six Sigma experience or certification.
  • Experience working in higher education or the public sector.
Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

  • Integrity
  • Respect & Inclusion
  • Adaptability
  • Knowledge & Thinking Skills
  • Communication
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here