The Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) Species at Risk Branch (SARB) is responsible for the administration and issuance of Registrations under the new Species Conservation Act (SCA), 2025.

The objective of this project is to build a modern online Registration system for both external and internal users.
Technology stack : Microsoft Dynamics CRM (backoffice), MuleSoft (middleware) and Java/React (public facing portal)
This position is to configure MS Dynamics 365 for Registration and Permit workflows for Ministry backoffice staff and integrate this backoffice with portal (Java/React) using Mulesoft middleware.
This position is listed as "Onsite"; the resource is expected to work onsite between the standard working hours of 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) every Monday to Friday inclusive at the identified OPS office location

This position is responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle. This role acts as the primary connection between business stakeholders, users, technology teams, vendors, and senior management, translating business needs into product priorities and ensuring that technology investments deliver intended business outcomes.

The role must be experienced / learned in Service Design Playbook : https://www.ontario.ca/page/service-design-playbook

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Strategy and Vision
2. Product Roadmap and Prioritization
3. Product Lifecycle Management
4. Business and Stakeholder Management
5. Product Development and Delivery
6. Product Backlog Management
7. Governance, Risk and Compliance

• Skills

• Experience and Skill Set Requirements
Core skills and experience - 40%
5+ years of product management experience in IT or digital services
Proven experience leading large-scale digital or IT transformation projects of delivering user-centric products in complex environments
Hands-on experience with Agile delivery, Scrum, and Lean product development and working with cross-functional teams
Skilled in building and maintaining a product roadmap aligned to business priorities
Experience defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success

Technical skills and experience - 35%
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and user stories
Ability to define and communicate a clear product vision and strategy conducting discovery work
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and user stories
Strong experience with backlog management, prioritization techniques, and release planning

Communication and documentation skills - 20%
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, from executive sponsors to technical teams
Experience of leading product demos, roadmapping sessions, and stakeholder updates

Public Sector Experience - 5%
Experience with OPS IT project and architectural governance
Knowledge of OPS Digital , accessibility, and cybersecurity standards

• Supplier Comments
Closing Date/Time: 2026-11-04, 12:00 p.m. EST.
Max submission: 1 (one)
5 days onsite

Must Have:
5+ years of product management experience in IT or digital services
Proven experience leading large-scale digital or IT transformation projects of delivering user-centric products in complex environments
Hands-on experience with Agile delivery, Scrum, and Lean product development and working with cross-functional teams
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and user stories
Ability to define and communicate a clear product vision and strategy conducting discovery work

Nice to have:
Experience with OPS IT project and architectural governance
Previous OPS/public sector exp.