As a Director of Information Management Policy and Governance, you will lead the development, implementation, and oversight of information management strategies and policies across the Department of National Defence. You will be responsible for establishing governance frameworks that ensure effective management of information resources, compliance with federal legislation, and alignment with organizational objectives. This role involves working at a strategic level to shape how the department manages, protects, and leverages information as a critical asset.
Your responsibilities will include developing information management policies and standards, overseeing compliance with Access to Information and Privacy legislation, managing records management programs, and providing expert guidance to senior leadership on information governance issues. You will lead a team of professionals, manage departmental budgets, and collaborate with other government departments to ensure consistency with Government of Canada information management practices.
You will work in a dynamic environment where information security, digital transformation, and organizational efficiency are priorities. Your work directly supports operational effectiveness and ensures the department meets its legal and administrative obligations regarding information management.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage the delivery of information management policy and governance services and programs, Supervise and develop staff within the information management policy and governance team, Monitor performance metrics and report on results, Develop and implement operational plans and procedures, Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure service quality
Required Skills
Records management, ATIP legislation, Information governance, Classification systems, Digital literacy, Team leadership, Operational planning, Stakeholder engagement, Results management
Typical Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent; significant experience in the relevant discipline with demonstrated leadership
Training
To be successful in this role, you typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business administration, public administration, computer science, information systems, or a related discipline. Many candidates hold master's degrees in business administration, public administration, or information management.
Professional certifications that strengthen your qualifications include the Certified Information Manager (CIM) designation, Project Management Professional (PMP), Information Systems Audit and Control (ISAC) certification, or certifications in records management and information governance. Government of Canada experience and knowledge of Treasury Board policies on information management, Access to Information and Privacy Act requirements, and federal security frameworks are valuable assets.
Ongoing professional development is supported through training in emerging information management technologies, governance best practices, leadership development programs, and attendance at professional conferences and seminars. The Public Service Learning Network provides courses on federal policies, management skills, and specialized information management topics.
Entry Plans
Entry to this Director-level position typically occurs through one of several pathways within the federal Public Service. Most candidates progress through competitive staffing processes after gaining experience in progressively senior information management roles within government or related sectors.
Common entry routes include: lateral moves from other federal departments where you have demonstrated information management or IT governance leadership experience; internal promotions where you have advanced through lower-level IM positions within DND; external competitions open to Canadian citizens with equivalent private sector or provincial/municipal government experience in information management leadership; and participation in federal management development programs designed to prepare professionals for director-level roles.
You may also enter through the Management Trainee Program or similar federal development initiatives if you demonstrate high leadership potential. Each pathway requires a formal competition process managed by the Public Service Commission to ensure merit-based selection. Previous experience in federal policy development, compliance, or IT governance significantly strengthens your candidacy.
Part-Time Options
Director-level positions in the federal Public Service are typically full-time roles due to the strategic nature of the responsibilities and the need for consistent leadership presence. However, flexible work arrangements may be negotiated on a case-by-case basis depending on operational requirements and departmental policies.
Remote or hybrid work options have become increasingly available across the Public Service, and information management leadership roles can often accommodate varying degrees of telework, particularly for policy development, strategic planning, and collaborative meetings that can occur virtually. The specific flexibility available will depend on DND's current operational needs, the structure of your team, and agreements with your manager.
Parental leave, compassionate leave, and other statutory leave entitlements are available to all employees. If you require specific accommodation or flexible arrangements due to accessibility needs, the department works with employees to find suitable solutions that maintain operational effectiveness. It is recommended to discuss flexibility options during the hiring process or with your manager once in the role.
Related Careers
No related military careers on file for this position.
