Information Management Consultant

Information Management Consultant

OCIO.26.27.0760

Posted Date: October 30, 2026

Closing November 9, 2026

Employment Type: 1 Permanent

Division: Corporate Services and Projects

Department: Office of the Chief Information Officer

Position Group: Management

Location: St. John's

Salary: $82,016 - $106,621 per annum (HL-23), 35 hours per week

Benefits: Onboarding

Position Details

Office of the Chief Information Officer | Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Reporting to the Director of the Information Management Services Division, this position provides strategic Information Management (IM) leadership and advisory services to public bodies identified under the Management of Information Act (MOIA). The position supports the design, implementation and continuous improvement of the government-wide IM program. Key responsibilities include providing expert IM advice and guidance; leading education, communications, training and awareness initiatives to promote adherence to OCIO IM policy instruments; supporting organizational change and the adoption of new IM processes, tools and technologies; developing and delivering learning and development initiatives in collaboration with the Centre for Learning and Development (CLD); strengthening IM professional capacity through the IM technical competency framework, IM Directors Forum and IM Community of Practice; developing and maintaining IM resources for OCIO's online platforms; providing advisory support to government departments and other public bodies; building and maintaining effective relationships with senior leaders, other jurisdictions and IM and IT service providers; supervising IM staff; and performing other related duties as required.

Screening Criteria

1. Completion of an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Library/Information Studies, Business Administration, or a related field (equivalencies will be considered).
2. Experience in records information management, including the application of information management principles and practices.
3. Experience developing and supporting information management programs, policies, standards, and related training or awareness initiatives.
4. Experience analyzing information management requirements and providing advice or recommendations to stakeholders.
5. Experience applying information management legislation, policies or regulatory requirements (e.g., MOIA).(Asset)
6. Completion of a Master's degree in Library and Information Studies, Information Technology/Computer Systems, Buisness, or related discipline. (Asset)

Assessment Criteria

1. Knowledge of information management and protection practices
2. Knowledge of relevant legislation
3. Policy development skills
4. Research skills
5. Ability to think critically
6. Ability to manage time and tasks
7. Ability to effectively exchange information
8. Ability to mentor
9. Stakeholder engagement

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer

1. Recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from local police

Information for Applicants

For more information about this opportunity please contact, Kimberly Porter, Director of Information Management, [email protected],709-729-1423.

• The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador values inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, and a workplace culture that benefits from varying ideas and lived experiences.
• Accommodations and alternate assessment formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting [email protected], 709-729-0130 or toll free at 1-888-729-7690. Video Relay Service (VRS) calls are welcomed.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process with a focus on removing barriers. For common potential accommodations and adjustments during the recruitment process, click here. Accommodation information will be kept confidential.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applications must be received by the closing date stated in the job posting.
• It is the responsibility of applicants to submit a resume that clearly demonstrates the required screening criteria outlined in the job description.
• Applications must contain current contact information, including phone number, mailing and, e-mail addresses.
• Application information must be factual, complete and current, to date of submission.
• This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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