Chief Administration Officer (5700)
Job Posting
Chief Administration Officer
Organization:
Civil Service Superannuation Board
Province:
Manitoba
Location:
Winnipeg
Description:
The Civil Service Superannuation Board (Board) is responsible for administering the Civil Service Superannuation Fund, the Public Service Group Insurance Fund, and any other plans under its direction in accordance with the various acts and insurance policies, and for providing efficient services and equal treatment to all its members.
The Chief Administration Officer (CAO) provides leadership and direction to the organization and the Senior Management Team. This role involves communicating the Board of Directors’ vision, overseeing the development of operational and strategic goals, and ensuring the implementation of the Board of Directors’ decisions, mission, and purpose. The CAO manages key relationships with external stakeholders, aligns organizational policies with the Board’s goals, and recruits and retains qualified staff. Additionally, the CAO develops an integrated risk management framework to guide policy decision-making and is a member of the Investment Committee as required by legislation.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate should hold a university degree in business, accounting, actuarial sciences, or in a related field. The role requires ten (10) years of progressive senior leadership experience. The ideal candidate should possess pension-related experience, preferably within the defined benefit sector. Familiarity with member pension administration systems, effective communication strategies, and a solid understanding of pension concepts, actuarial principles, financial statements, and pension legislation are essential. Some working knowledge of investment management would be an asset. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Candidates must demonstrate integrity by making principle-centered decisions, delivering on promises, and handling confidential information with discretion. They should exhibit sincerity, honesty, respect, empathy, and maintain composure in difficult situations. Candidates must clearly articulate a practical vision for the future, inspire teamwork, and promote cooperation and collaboration within and outside the organization. They should identify critical issues, make tough decisions, encourage creative thinking, embrace change, and lead by example to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Excellent judgment involves efficiently assessing situations, knowing when to seek input, drawing sound conclusions, recommending policy changes, and taking appropriate risks. Evaluating options thoroughly and making informed decisions that balance risk and reward is essential. Strategic relationship building and collaboration are vital. Candidates must be able to balance stakeholders' needs, build respectful relationships, share knowledge, seek collaboration opportunities, communicate effectively, and leverage networks to promote dialogue and partnerships.
If you wish to explore this opportunity, please contact or submit your resume to:
LILLIAN WONG, Director, Executive Search and Recruitment
MNP LLP
Email: [email protected]