Careers at CMHC: Specialist, Business Systems

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.


• Annual individual performance incentive.


• Defined benefit pension plan.


• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.


• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more. 


• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

Join the Infrastructure and Operations team, in the Specialist, Business Systems position. In this role, you will be responsible for providing expert business analysis and system support for the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise applications, tools, and business systems.

You will work closely with business partners, IT teams, and stakeholders to ensure systems meet operational needs, deliver high quality data and reporting, and support informed decision making across the organization.

What you will do:

• Configure, support, and continuously improve enterprise business systems and services (e.g., Dynamics 365, SAP SuccessFactors, Microsoft 365/Power Platform, GSL, etc.), ensuring stable day-to-day operations and a positive end-user experience.


• Lead business analysis activities, including research, data analysis, reporting, and quality control to support business and operational objectives.


• Develop and document functional business requirements, analysis tools, and system solutions, including enhancements, and process improvements.


• Design, build, and maintain complex reports and reporting tools, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and usability of data outputs.


• Plan and conduct system testing, user acceptance testing, and post implementation reviews to ensure solutions meet business needs and quality standards.


• Provide expert guidance on business systems, reporting tools, and data integrity, including identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.


• Assess and monitor business system performance, data quality, and access controls to support secure and effective service delivery.


• Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and management, providing recommendations that support strategic objectives and operational decision making.


• Collaborate with IT, business partners, vendors, and auditors, while providing coaching and knowledge transfer to team members as required.

What you should have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience can be considered.


• A minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis or related roles.


• Strong analytical skills, including qualitative and quantitative analysis.


• Experience with business systems analysis, systems testing, and project delivery.


• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.


• Strong interpersonal and client relation skills, demonstrating tact and collaboration.

Technologies:

• Business Systems & Analysis: Enterprise applications, requirements and analysis tools.


• Data & Reporting: Reporting and statistical analysis tools, data quality controls.


• Delivery & Testing: Systems testing tools and project management methodologies.

It would be great if you had:

• Business analysis certification (e.g., CBAP) or equivalent professional development.


• Experience working with data driven, reporting, or regulated environments.


• Exposure to automation, data quality controls, or peer coaching/knowledge sharing.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!