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Ellisdon

Development Manager

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$120K - CA$140K/yr

... employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon's purpose is to ... You as a Development Manager will: * Lead development projects for EllisDon Community Builders ...

Spark Power

Business Development Manager

London, ON · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Business Development Manager (London) Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is ... Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks: * Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial ...

Spark Power

Business Development Manager

Cambridge, ON

$90K - $115K/yr

Business Development Manager (Cambridge) Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America ... Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks: * Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial ...

Spark Power

Business Development Manager

London, ON · On-site

CA$90K - CA$115K/yr

Business Development Manager (London) Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is ... Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks: * Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial ...

Spark Power

Business Development Manager

Cambridge, ON · On-site

CA$90K - CA$115K/yr

Business Development Manager (Cambridge) Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America ... Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks: * Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial ...

Fairstone

Business Development Manager

Ottawa, ON · Hybrid

The Business Development Manager works within their assigned territory to generate new business ... Provide mentorship to an assigned BDM to help support and grow that employee's portfolio - which ...

Ellisdon

Talent Development Manager

Mississauga, ON

CA$100K - CA$120K/yr

... employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon's purpose is to ... The Talent Development Training Manager - Health, Safety & Facility Serviceswill be responsible ...

Sbdinc

Business Development Manager

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$70K - CA$80K/yr

Make A Difference For Those Who Make The World The What As a Business Development Manager (BDM ... Employee perks including GoodLife Fitness discounts, employee product purchase programs, and many ...

Sbdinc

Business Development Manager

London, ON · On-site

CA$70K - CA$80K/yr

Make A Difference For Those Who Make The World The What As a Business Development Manager (BDM ... Employee perks including GoodLife Fitness discounts, employee product purchase programs, and many ...

Groupe Morneau

Business Development Manager

Bolton, ON · On-site

Business Development Manager Localisation:BOLTON Catégorie d'emploi:Administration At Morneau, we ... Employee assistance program offering support with specialists (nutrition, psychology, finances, etc.

Magna

Business Development Manager

Milton, ON

... development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are ... Employee Handbook. The Department Manager oversees resources to ensure safety, quality and ...

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How much do employee development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for employee development manager in Ontario is $76,972.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are common challenges faced by employee development managers when implementing new training programs?

Employee Development Managers often encounter challenges such as securing buy-in from leadership, aligning training initiatives with organizational goals, and engaging employees who have varying learning styles or levels of motivation. Additionally, balancing the need for standardized training with the desire for personalized development can be tricky. Overcoming these obstacles typically involves strong communication, continuous feedback, and close collaboration with department heads to ensure programs are both relevant and effective.

What is the difference between Employee Development Manager vs Learning and Development Specialist?

AspectEmployee Development ManagerLearning and Development Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's degree; often certifications in HR or trainingBachelor's degree; certifications in training or instructional design
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, HR departments, training programsTraining sessions, workshops, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large organizations across industriesUsed in various industries, often in HR or training departments

The Employee Development Manager focuses on designing and overseeing employee growth programs, while the Learning and Development Specialist implements training sessions and develops instructional content. Both roles require similar credentials and are integral to workforce development, but the manager has a broader strategic role compared to the specialist's focus on execution.

What does an employee development manager do?

An employee development manager oversees training and professional growth programs within an organization, helping employees improve skills and advance their careers. They assess training needs, design development initiatives, and often use tools like learning management systems to track progress. Strong communication, leadership, and knowledge of HR practices are essential for this role.

What cities in Ontario are hiring for Employee Development Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Employee Development Manager job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,972 per year, or $37 per hour.

Program Coordinator, Leadership & Employee Development

City of Ottawa

Ottawa, ON • On-site

CA$66K - CA$78K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Requisition ID: 23253 
Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept. 
Service: Human Resources Services 
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent-
Work Hours: 35.00/hours per week
Affiliation: Non Union/Non MPE/Supervisory & Administrative Support 
Salary Information: $66,686.62- $78,027.04 annually (2024 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean 
Job Category: Administrative and Support Services
Application Close: 12/08/2026

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Program Manager, Corporate Learning, the Program Coordinator is the primary point of contact for the coordination and administration of the Corporate Learning and Development branch. The role provides guidance and support to staff, clients, and external vendors, and oversees the effective delivery of administrative, financial, and vendor-related processes.

The Program Coordinator supports branch operations through coordination of budgeting, scheduling, and vendor activities, and plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of administrative and financial processes. The role contributes to branch planning and decision-making by maintaining financial documentation and supporting reporting requirements.

The position is responsible for resolving escalated administrative issues and providing functional supervision to Program Assistant staff. The Program Coordinator also identifies and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and service delivery, in alignment with Corporate Learning's mandate and the City's strategic direction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 2 year community college diploma in Business Administration or related field

Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible administrative and budget related experience, 2 years of which must include working in a client service environment

Minimum of 1 year working with SAP (preferably Training & Events Module)
Desirable Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working with a large budget
  • Knowledge of Stellent (Ozone web page editor)
  • Supervisory experience
KNOWLEDGE
  • Budget management and statistical record keeping and tracking techniques
  • MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook)
  • Set up and troubleshooting of all equipment (Projectors, Laptops, DVD players)
  • General knowledge of City of Ottawa policies and procedures
  • General office procedures including file and records management
  • Strong working knowledge of current technology with ability to research and independently learn to use new solutions
  • Familiar with The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
  • Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Project Management skills
  • Ability to compile, organize, analyze, and summarize budget data information accurately and efficiently
  • Must maintain a strong network of internal and external contacts to assist in achieving business goals
  • Understand the impact of decisions on the Learning Centre and the ability to strive to improve business performance. Have an awareness of business issues, processes and outcomes as they impact the Learning Centre and its reputation
  • Aid and assist in developing and maintaining an environment which embraces innovation, and efficiently integrates change into the Learning Centre
  • Serve the clients interest through focusing individual, team and organizational effort on identifying and meeting key and diverse client needs
  • Work both independently and collaboratively with Managers, staff and external providers
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Maintain strict attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
  • Conduct background research to investigate and solve problems in support of management and staff information needs
  • Take initiative
  • Plan and organize multiple and competing tasks simultaneously, prioritizing and delegating work to meet deadlines
  • Demonstrate initiative
  • Maintain a team oriented, flexible approach
  • Possess integrity, tact, diplomacy, and sound judgement
  • Demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to make multiple quick decisions and handle stressful situations
  • Lift printed matter and move training equipment (up to 30lbs.)

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing       
  • You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
  • Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
  • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. 
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

 

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.

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