Senior Governance Specialist

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Senior Governance Specialist

We are ready to take this game to the next level and need someone passionate who to support the operational execution of the Service Provider Management and Governance frameworks for Casino Gaming Relationship Management. The Senior Specialist will develop strong collaborative client relations while leveraging their expert knowledge of OLG and its business units.

YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME

Reporting to the Director Casino Gaming Governance & Controls you will be empowered to:

• Plan prepare and coordinate all aspects of governance meetings ensuring key stakeholders have agreed to and are prepared to discuss agenda topics required documentation is available and meeting minutes/artifacts are disseminated to internal and external stakeholders.

• Critically analyze discussions with casino gaming stakeholders and determine appropriate level of documentation to meet Governance standards contractual regulatory (FIPA) and stakeholder requirements

• Execute and monitor the Service Provider Management and Governance operational framework ensuring consistent execution of process policy and tools for key activities such as obligations contract changes issues/disputes escalations while identifying potential impacts to the Relationship Management team

• Develop and disseminate governance reporting to alert casino gaming management of trends potential issues and progress of governance items

• Develop and maintain consolidate view of action logs and work closely with Governance chairs and Relationship Management Teams to monitor and influence progress

• Facilitate and support cross bundle contract analysis and amendment execution by partnering with key stakeholders including contract owners SMEs and legal

• Support the design of operational policy processes and procedures for Casino Gaming by partnering with stakeholders and acting as SME

• Measure and monitor action plans to resolve under-performance or compliance to programs / policies

• Provide advice and make recommendations to navigate appropriate governance paths (internal and external) to senior leaders to resolve strategic Service Provider or management issues and mitigate risk

• Monitor effectiveness of process and technology to make recommendations for improvements

• Support and implement continuous improvement and change management activities as directed

• Lead and facilitate Obligation logs and RACI development Delivery Acceptance Criteria documents and Audits across bundles in a centralized and consistent approach

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE GAME

Education & Experience:

• Professional designation or degree in business or a related field or equivalent experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 years experience working Governance and Governance Systems with knowledge of Contract Management Principles

• Minimum 3 years in a business analysis role or vendor management role

• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC/DMADV)

• Knowledge of project management principles

• Understanding of legal documentation and contract analysis and interpretation

• Experience with contract management database tools typically used in managing contracts

• Proven ability to analyze and interpret high volumes of complex information and derive appropriate and relevant insights

• Analytical and value analysis skills required to engage in the identification of cost saving initiatives business requirements and mitigate risk

• Project management skills with experience leading projects/initiatives

Relevant Skills:

• Interpersonal skills are required to work effectively with senior management from across the organization to influence and persuade others provide consultation and advice and develop consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.

• Nature of information is often highly sensitive and confidential

• Problem Solving Skills

• Negotiation Skills

• Business Systems Skills

• Facilitation Skills

• Communication skills and an ability to provide information to all levels of management.

• This role requires a general understanding of Gaming Operations and OLGs Operator Services Agreement and Policies and AGCOs Registrars Standards

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE WINNING TEAM

• Group Benefits Plan: Eligible employees and dependents have access to comprehensive employer-paid group benefits coverage (permanent employees only).

• Public Service Pension Plan: Participation in a highly desirable defined benefit pension plan.

• Variable Pay Program: Participation in a performance-based incentive plan that recognizes organizational and individual achievements (permanent employees only).

• Paid Time-Off: Competitive paid time-off provisions to support work-life balance and well-being.

• Growth Focus: Become your best self with access to new opportunities and personalized support programs.

• Comprehensive Learning: 24/7 access to robust online learning programs.

• Equity diversity and inclusion: Core to OLGs culture empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.

To learn more about our organization and other opportunities visit our career site.

We look forward to hearing from you interested applicants please apply online by March 3 2026.

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Please Note: Unless otherwise specified all positions are required to work fully onsite.

OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you bring relevant skills and a willingness to learn we encourage you to applyeven if you dont meet every listed qualification. We sincerely appreciate your interest; while we are unable to contact everyone those selected for the next steps will be notified.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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