Governance Consultant
Governance Consultant
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Job Description
Job Title: Governance Consultant
Job Status: 1 Permanent New position vacancy
Eligibility: Open to any qualified candidate
JOB PURPOSE
Provides governance expertise and supports Council (Board of Directors) and committees in the effective administration of governance processes including supporting the Executive Director/CEO and President in relation to Council and committee functions. Coordinates the development implementation and maintenance of a broad range of governance focused policies and practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides expertise advice and recommendations related to a broad range of governance and board issues.
- Establishes manages and monitors communications to promote and facilitate an effective flow of information within the Strategy team Leadership Team staff Council and Committees.
- Conducts research on best practices and governance trends of the regulatory environment provides analysis makes recommendations and implements as approved; builds and maintains an effective network of business relationships in regulatory governance field to share expertise and inform board to support best practices.
- Monitors and evaluates the implementation of governance policies and directives and recommends improvements to achieve the Colleges overall strategic objectives.
- Provides oversight of Council and Committee governance processes and ensures all activities are consistent with legislation and CNO policies and practices including the Council member nomination process orientation and ongoing education Council/Committee performance and appointment and election activities.
- Creates and updates process manual as required to document administrative workflows and processes related to Council and Committee activities ensuring currency and completeness of information.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Completion of post-secondary education.
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in a professional environment including related work experience coordinating complex processes supporting decision-making bodies or other related activities.
Organizational Competencies
Consistently demonstrate CNOs Staff Core Competencies:
- Innovation Curiously cultivate new ideas with a desire to learn and a collective focus on the best outcome.
- Integrity Conduct every interaction with fairness honesty and mutual respect.
- Collaboration Work with the right people at the right time to make the best-informed decision.
- Well-being Care for the physical mental spiritual and emotional needs of ourselves and others.
Job Competencies Knowledge Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking synthesizes and analyzes researched information for patterns trends discrepancies and relationships related to governance best practices; leverages analysis and knowledge of in-depth knowledge of relevant by-laws CNO policies and processes previous similar situations to inform conclusions.
- Consulting and Advising applies broad understanding of the overall organization its strategic goals and major functions; understanding of governance processes governance model rules of order and evaluation when understanding and seeking feedback of current issues processes and requirements; helps relevant system partners to consider recommendations; considers a range of factors options and solutions to address Council and Committee needs; identifies process improvements and future implications.
- Problem Solving utilizes high level of understanding of relevant legislation such as Regulated Health Professions Act and Nursing Act regulations and by-laws in identifying and analyzing key governance issues and trends; evaluates impacts risks and benefits; provides options and solutions and adjusts to address any changes to the problem.
- Project/Program Management - applies knowledge of project management tools and methodologies to coordinate continuous improvement projects focused on Council and Committee governance processes; establishes and monitors project plan and timelines; identifies opportunities evaluates project/program outcomes against expectations.
- Relationship Management - builds engages and develops collaborative relationships in process improvement initiatives; adept at creating networks and partnerships that build credibility and trust; consults with key partners and relevant parties to seek feedback and get support to inform future direction.
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in technology such as Microsoft Office Acrobat Pro Microsoft Dynamics CRM (Pulse) Nasdaq Boardvantage and collaborative tools such as SharePoint Zoom OneDrive MS Teams.
Hiring Range: $122973 - $130679
Full Salary Range: $122973 - $147568
To Apply
Please email cover letter and resume by July 28 2025 at 4:00 pm via UKG PRO
Our DEI Commitment
The College of Nurses of Ontario protects the public by promoting safe nursing practice. We strive to be diverse inclusive fair equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting dignity and respect for all. If you require Code-protected accommodation at any time during the recruitment process please contact citing Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Land Acknowledgement
The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) operates on the traditional ancestral and unceded territories of many Indigenous communities across Ontario which continue to be home to Indigenous peoples.
CNOs office is in Toronto on land that is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit the Anishnabeg the Chippewa the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples.
AI Statement
CNO confirms that artificial intelligence is not used in any aspect of its recruitment selection or hiring practices at this time.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
