THE OPPORTUNITY
Building Ontario Fund (BOF) is seeking a full-time Organizational Development Specialist. (This job posting represents an existing vacancy.)
In this role, you’ll report to the Head, People & Culture and be accountable for supporting the design, implementation, and administration of organizational development (OD) programs and strategies that advance Building Ontario Fund’s (BOF) culture, leadership, and workforce capabilities. This role plays a key part in operationalizing BOF’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging & Equity (DEIB) Strategy, Learning & Development Strategy, and other talent initiatives, while contributing to a high-performing, inclusive, and future-ready organization.
Your potential start date: mid to late June 2026
Your day-to-day
Learning & Development
- Support the development and implementation of BOF’s Learning & Development Strategy and Roadmap.
- Design, develop, and implement learning and development programs, including but not limited to new hire learning programs and leadership development programs.
- Assist in the delivery of learning and development programs, including but not limited to New Hire Orientation.
- Track and report on learning activities, compliance, and impact metrics.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)
- Support the development and implementation of BOF’s DEIB Strategy & Roadmap, including but not limited to coordination of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and acknowledgement of Days of Significance.
- Assist in the development and delivery of DEIB-related training and engagement activities.
- Monitor progress against DEIB milestones and contribute to reporting and dashboard development.
Performance & Succession
- Support the design and rollout of a performance management and measurement framework.
- Assist in the development of a succession planning program, including tools, templates, and tracking mechanisms.
- Collaborate with HR and leadership to align performance and succession initiatives with workforce planning.
Employee Engagement & Change Management
- Support initiatives that enhance employee engagement, team effectiveness, and organizational culture.
- Conduct organizational assessments and contribute to change management initiatives that support culture, structure, and workforce effectiveness.
Program Administration & Evaluation
- Support the procurement of all vendor contracts necessary to achieve BOF learning and development and DEIB objectives.
- Serve as primary system administrator for all learning systems and platforms.
- Coordinate logistics, including employee enrolment, communications, and vendor management, for all OD programs.
- Maintain accurate records of participation, feedback, and outcomes for all OD programs.
- Analyze employee feedback and performance data to assess program impact and recommend enhancements aligned with BOF’s strategic goals.
Collaboration & Advisory
- Partner with People and Culture, leadership, and external vendors to ensure alignment of OD initiatives with BOF’s strategic goals.
- Provide subject matter expertise and support to managers and employees on OD-related topics.
- Act as an internal consultant to departments on OD-related challenges, offering tools and frameworks to support team development and performance.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and employee engagement.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education & experience
- Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Adult Education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Certification in Organizational Development, Learning & Development, or Change Management (e.g., Prosci, CPLP) preferred, but not required
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in organizational development, learning & development, or HR program coordination, including experience with LMS platforms and training administration.
- Experience in public sector, Crown Agency, or broader public sector environments preferred, but not required.
Knowledge & skills
- Strong knowledge of learning design, adult education principles, and performance management frameworks.
- Knowledge of change management principles and experience supporting organizational change initiatives.
- Familiarity with DEIB principles and implementation strategies.
- Excellent project coordination skills to align deliverables and remain on track when managing multiple concurrent initiatives.
- Excellent communication skills to translate complex strategies into clear, actionable plans and training materials, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences across the organization.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills to build trust and collaboration with leaders, employees, vendors, and cross-functional teams in aid of designing, implementing, and sustaining organizational development programs.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)
THE ENVIRONMENT
Physical
Our office at 79 Wellington Street W, Toronto is steps from Union Station, with great dining and transit options.
As part of the Ontario Public Service, BOF requires employees to work in-office five (5) days/week. We believe in-person presence and collaboration strengthens culture and service delivery.
We recognize that flexibility matters; accommodations and flexible arrangements are available on a case-by-case basis for health, accessibility, family or other protected needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Cultural
We believe in and foster a transparent, inclusive, collaborative, and celebratory workplace. To learn more about Life at BOF, visit our Linkedin Page.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Competitive compensation
We offer fair, market-informed salaries that reflect your experience and qualifications, while balancing public sector responsibility.
The expected salary for this role is CA$105,000 for candidates who meet the stated qualifications, with the potential for up to CA$110,000 if experience and qualifications exceed the requirements AND would provide significant additional value to the role.
A retirement plan that’s built to last
We offer a defined-benefit (DB) pension through the (Ontario) Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) that provides predictable and secure income in retirement, indexed to inflation; early retirement options, survivor benefits, and is backed by the Government of Ontario. BOF also matches your contributions 1:1, adding ~9-11% of your salary in long-term value.
Benefits that prioritize your health & wellbeing
For this position, we offer:
- “Day-1” Health, Dental, Life, AD&D and LTD insurance coverage for you and your dependents, with 100% of premiums paid for by BOF, and no annual deductibles or “upgrade” fees
- $750 Health Care Spending Account annually
- Optional supplementary life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance for you and your dependents
- Discounted Corporate Gym Membership Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential help with mental health, fitness, relationships, nutrition, finances, elder care, and legal services
- Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-up
- Time to recharge including 4 weeks annual vacation time, 13 paid statutory holidays, 6 paid sick days/ year with up to 124 more days of sick leave at 75% of salary
A career that matters
Your work will help build Ontario’s future. You’ll shape infrastructure projects with lasting public impact, while growing your skills, network, and sense of purpose.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your resume through LinkedIn by 28, April 2026
Current BOF employees should send their resume to HR@buildingonfund.ca
Please note that only applicants considered for introductory conversations, assessments, or interviews will be contacted. Selection is based on technical competence, relevant experience, and, where necessary, educational/professional credentials.
Accessibility & accommodations
We are committed to an accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please advise us, and we’ll work with you to provide any necessary and reasonable support to facilitate your participation.
Among other methods, you may reach out to us through our website, or send an email to HR@buildingonfund.ca.
We welcome feedback or suggestions on how we can better accommodate candidates with accessibility needs or any other protected characteristic under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are core to BOF’s strength. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and identities, and hire through a merit-based process.
AI disclosure
BOF uses AI to support documentation and summarization of candidate conversations. We do not currently use AI for screening, assessment, or decision-making in the recruitment process.
