Executive Recruitment

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is seeking to establish a Request for Standing Offer (RFSO) for Executive Recruitment services. The primary objective is to recruit senior executives at the Vice-President level and above, as well as director-level positions. CMHC aims to enhance its leadership diversity and effectiveness in fulfilling its mandate as Canada’s housing agency, which involves providing housing finance solutions and implementing government housing programs.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFSO is Mike Shellard, Senior Officer, Procurement Services, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Compliance with legislative requirements such as the Employment Equity Act, Official Languages Act, Accessibility Canada Act, and Pay Equity Act.
• Demonstrated experience in executive recruitment, particularly for senior leadership roles.
• Adherence to CMHC’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in recruitment practices.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in executive search methodologies and a proven track record in recruiting for senior leadership roles. Familiarity with DEI principles in recruitment processes is also essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Experience working with government agencies or Crown Corporations.
• Established networks within the Canadian executive talent pool.
• Additional certifications or memberships in professional recruitment organizations.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFSO for Executive Recruitment by CMHC, outlining the essential criteria and expectations for potential bidders.