Product Manager

Job Title: Product Manager – Land Modernization Initiative Client: Government of Nova Scotia – Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions (CSDS) Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (Hybrid – Onsite Wednesdays & Thursdays preferred) Duration: March 16, 2026 – June 30, 2026 (Extension Possible) Work Schedule: Full-time, 7.

5 hours/day Role Overview: The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking an experienced Product Manager to support the Land Modernization Initiative (LMI), a large-scale digital transformation program modernizing the provincial Land Registry system. The selected consultant will lead Agile product delivery for defined MVP workstreams, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver user-centered, accessible, production-ready digital services.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and communicate Product Vision and Roadmap Define and refine Minimal Viable Services (MVS) Oversee full product lifecycle from concept to launch Define and track success metrics Lead sprint planning and agile ceremonies Develop and manage product backlog and prioritization Write and refine user stories with cross-functional teams Guide iterative design and agile best practices Act as liaison between business, technical teams, and senior leadership Influence executive-level stakeholders including Deputy Minister level Communicate risks, issues, and mitigation strategies Prepare materials for leadership updates and approvals Ensure digital solutions meet user and business needs Ensure accessibility compliance Coordinate production deployment Manage relationships across internal, external, and contracted teams Apply now or share your resume.

Referrals are welcome.

Requirements

Ownership and management of high-quality digital products Leading multi-disciplinary Agile teams Delivering complex digital transformation initiatives Experience with user research, usability, analytics, accessibility, and Agile delivery Influencing senior executive stakeholders Leading change in matrix organizations