Michael Mohammed
About Michael Mohammed
Michael Mohammed serves as the Manager of Information Management Policy at the Government of Canada, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in various roles within the government and academia, he specializes in information management practices and policy development.
Work at Government of Canada
Michael Mohammed has held multiple positions within the Government of Canada, demonstrating a diverse career in information management and policy. He has been serving as the Manager of Information Management Policy since 2021. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Program Officer for nine months in 2017, and as a Project Manager from 2009 to 2010. His experience also includes serving as a Senior Advisor from 2017 to 2020, and as a Manager for the Canada Disability Savings Program from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he has held various roles including Security Policy Analyst, Risk Analyst, and Senior Environmental Assessment Coordinator, contributing to a wide range of initiatives across different departments.
Education and Expertise
Michael Mohammed's educational background includes advanced degrees in Geography from Rutgers University, where he earned both an MPhil and an MS. He also holds a BA (Hon.) in Geography from Mount Allison University. His academic experience includes teaching roles at Rutgers University, where he served as a Lecturer and Teaching Assistant, as well as a Supervisor and Tutoring Coordinator. This educational foundation supports his expertise in information management and policy development.
Background
Michael Mohammed has a robust background in information management, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. His career spans over a decade, primarily within the Government of Canada, where he has developed and implemented various information management strategies. His work involves engaging with national and international best practices and collaborating with a large network of information management leaders. His experience in both academic and governmental settings has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of information governance.
Achievements
In his current role, Michael Mohammed leads the development of the Standard on Systems that Manage Information at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat. He provides guidance on information management practices, particularly for information generated within Microsoft Teams. Michael actively participates in horizontal engagement to contribute to the development of standards and policies within the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat. He also engages with a group of over 200 Information Management Leaders, facilitating bi-weekly meetings to discuss best practices and strategies.