Senior Program Manager - Strategic Initiatives (CAD/HR Programs)

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Job Title:
Senior Program Manager – Strategic Initiatives (CAD/HR Programs)
Location:
100% Remote, Canada
Experience:
7+ Years
Rate:
75 to 85 CAD PH
Role Summary:
NearSource is looking for a Senior Program Manager to lead high-visibility strategic initiatives focused on people programs and enterprise transformation. This role will drive cross-functional program execution, align stakeholders, and ensure the successful implementation of initiatives impacting HR and organizational operations. The ideal candidate brings strong program leadership, structured execution, and the ability to influence outcomes across distributed teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end execution of strategic programs aligned with enterprise people and organizational priorities
Define program scope, timelines, deliverables, and success metrics for high-impact initiatives
Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders and drive progress across multiple workstreams
Establish clear milestones, assign responsibilities, and monitor program execution against defined objectives
Deliver concise program updates, insights, and progress reports to senior leadership
Connect program initiatives with broader organizational priorities and parallel initiatives
Drive stakeholder alignment and influence outcomes without direct authority
Lead change management efforts supporting program rollout, adoption, and process implementation
Identify program risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies to maintain delivery momentum
Support strategic planning and portfolio coordination within the People Programs and Portfolio organization
Must-Have Skills
7+ years of experience leading complex strategic programs or enterprise initiatives
Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders across organizations
Strong program management capabilities, including planning, tracking, and reporting
Ability to communicate program insights and progress to senior leadership
Experience managing high-visibility initiatives with measurable organizational impact
Strong decision-making skills and ability to connect initiatives to broader business priorities
Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes through influence rather than direct authority
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience supporting or implementing HR transformation or people-focused programs
Familiarity with enterprise-level change management practices
Exposure to AI-driven program implementation or initiatives within HR environments
Experience working with program portfolios in large-scale organizations
Apply now,
or share your resume with salary expectations at
careers@nearsource.ca
. Thank you for considering a career with us! Once you submit your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your resume thoroughly. If there's a strong match, we'll reach out to discuss your experience, role details, benefits, compensation, and next steps. While we strive for transparency, we may not be able to respond to every applicant due to high volume, but we genuinely appreciate your time and interest.
About NearSource:
NearSource Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting, enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the world's most admired brands, working directly on long-term client initiatives.
Equal Opportunity:
NearSource is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute