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Range : 125,600.00 - 188,400.00 CAD Job Description : Director Strategy & Governance GAME ON OLG needs you Weve said GAME ON, and we mean it OLG is rapidly transforming its organization to better serve Ontarians by delivering great gaming experiences through our digital, retail lottery, and land-based gaming channels. Over the course of fiscal 2023-24, OLG delivered a record $2.4 billion in net profit to the Province of Ontario. OLG is now expanding our horizons even further, with a new strategic direction that builds on successes to date as a world class gaming entertainment leader with a globally admired omnichannel platform. Director Strategy & Governance will be accountable for OLGs Safer Gambling (SG) strategy and governance framework under the Ethics & Compliance Framework and consistent with the Three Lines of Defense model. This includes leading the SG ThreeYear Plan, departmental OKRs, and governance committees at the VP and ELT level to set direction, monitor progress, and drive accountability. The role ensures SG objectives are integrated into enterprise strategy and sustainability planning. It oversees major SG projects and initiatives and provides reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and the Board. It serves as an escalation point for SG risk, compliance, and governance matters and manages the budget for the Safer Gambling department. The role also acts as a trusted advisor to the VP, Safer Gambling, providing strategy & governance insights and oversight to support decisionmaking and enterprise alignment. YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME Reporting to the Vice President Safer Gambling, you will be empowered to : Lead the development and execution of OLGs Safer Gambling strategy, including the ThreeYear Plan and departmental OKRs, with a focus on innovation, impact, and measurable outcomes. Advance how we measure and report on the effectiveness of Safer Gambling programs, by developing new performance indicators, outcome metrics, and evaluation frameworks that reflect both player wellbeing and business accountability. Lead regular reporting on SG performance to senior leadership and the Board, ensuring insights are datadriven, actionable, and aligned with enterprise risk, compliance, and sustainability goals. Align SG initiatives with enterprise goals, ensuring player protection is integrated into business plans, and ensuring SG objectives are embedded into broader strategic planning and decisionmaking. Oversee SG governance under the Ethics & Compliance Framework, including VP and ELTlevel committees, and ensure governance structures support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Provide strategic oversight and escalation support for SG risk, compliance, and governance matters, ensuring timely resolution of issues across OLG divisions and with service providers. Oversee the SG systems and initiatives roadmap, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and business goals, while integrating SG into enterprise strategy, sustainability reporting, and crossfunctional planning. Leverage research, player insights, and global trends to provide strategic advice on the evolution of SG programs, identifying opportunities to adopt new technologies, partnerships, and best practices. Manage departmental budget and support external communications, including engagement with media, government, and ministry partners, to position OLG as a leader in responsible gambling. Inspire and develop a highperforming, inclusive team, providing coaching, mentorship, and growth opportunities while aligning to OLGs Truths, leadership competencies, and employee experience goals. WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY Work Experience : Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in governance, compliance, strategy, or program development within a regulated industry. Proven track record in leading multiyear strategic plans, enterprise governance committees, and executivelevel reporting. Strong leadership experience managing teams and budgets in complex, multistakeholder environments. Education : University degree in business, public policy, social sciences, or related field; graduate degree preferred. Strong knowledge of the gaming industry, regulatory environment, and safer gambling practices, including player protection in regulated settings. Critical Skills : Strategic Leadership : Defines SG priorities and governance structures, aligning them with enterprise strategy, sustainability, and compliance frameworks. Subject Matter Expertise : Applies deep knowledge of responsible gambling and player protection to guide program oversight, risk management, and industry engagement. Operational Excellence : Leads complex projects and budgets, translates insights into action, and drives sustainable growth through informed decisionmaking. People & Stakeholder Management : Builds strong relationships, leads highperforming teams, manages change, and fosters an inclusive, collaborative culture. Licenses, Registrations, Certificates : This role may require a Category 1 or Category 2 Gaming Assistant Registration (License) from our regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). If required, employment is conditional upon obtaining and maintaining this registration (license), which will be initiated at the offer stage. PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM Part of a Bigger Picture : socially responsible company that gives back all its profits to the province and people of Ontario Flexible Work Environment : to help balance both work and life Freedom to Innovate : supports new and better ways to be successful Be your Authentic Self : environment that values diversity as a source of strength Learning Galore : 24-7 access to robust online learning programs Public Service Pension Plan : participate in a major defined benefit pension plan sponsored by the Government of Ontario Variable Pay Program : performancebased incentives to share in our success (Permanent OLG Employees Only) #J-18808-Ljbffr