Job Title: Program Manager – SIS Implementation Project: Student Information System (SIS) Implementation Location: Remote (Candidate must reside in Canada) Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Saskatchewan Time Zone) Employment Type: Contract Duration: May 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027 (10 Months) This role requires strong leadership in managing large-scale, multi-organization IT transformation programs, with a focus on stakeholder alignment, vendor coordination, governance, and successful system delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership
Lead end-to-end SIS implementation across multiple institutions
Define program vision, roadmap, and execution strategy
Manage integrated program plans, schedules, and delivery
Stakeholder Management
Engage with colleges, government bodies, and vendors
Drive alignment across multiple stakeholders
Provide executive-level reporting and communication
Vendor & Contract Management
Manage vendor contracts, SOWs, and deliverables
Lead contract negotiations and change management
Ensure vendor accountability and performance
Governance, Risk & Issue Management
Establish governance frameworks and reporting structures
Identify, mitigate, and manage risks and issues
Ensure transparency and accountability across the program
IT System Delivery Oversight
Oversee SIS (Thesis Elements) implementation
Manage data migration and system integrations
Ensure smooth transition from legacy systems to SaaS platforms
Financial Management
Manage program budget, forecasts, and funding
Track financial performance and milestone-based payments
Ensure financial accountability and reporting
Required Qualifications
Mandatory
Must reside in Canada and work in Saskatchewan time zone
Strong Program Management experience (large IT programs)
Experience leading multi-organization / multi-stakeholder programs
Proven expertise in:
Stakeholder management
Vendor & contract management
Risk and governance frameworks
Budget and financial oversight
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with:
SIS (Student Information Systems)
ERP / SaaS implementations
Experience in:
Government / Public Sector
Education / College systems
Knowledge of:
Data migration & integrations
Legacy system replacement
Core Competencies
Strategic Program Leadership
Stakeholder & Executive Communication
Vendor & Contract Management
Risk & Issue Management
Financial & Budget Management
IT Transformation Delivery
Governance & Compliance
Deliverables
Successful SIS system go-live
Program governance and reporting structures
Vendor deliverables aligned with SOW
Data migration and integration completion
Financial tracking and milestone reporting
Recruiter Submission Template:
Full Name: Degree Major with University and Completion Year: Program Management Experience: SIS / ERP / SaaS Experience: Government / Education Experience: Program Leadership: Stakeholder Management: Vendor Management: Risk & Governance: Financial Management: Data Migration / Integration: Contact Number: Email ID: LinkedIn Profile URL: Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code): Notice Period (in weeks): Current Work Authorization Status: Expected Hourly Rates CAD: Is it Incorporated/Corp-to-Corp or T4/Contract? If Corp, Corporation Name: Is the candidate comfortable with occasional onsite meetings in Regina, Saskatchewan as per need?
