Manager, Program Delivery

Important messages

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Our Vision
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To improve conditions for investment, enhance Canada's innovation performance, increase Canada's share of global trade, and build a fair, efficient and competitive marketplace.

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What makes us special?
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Every single day, thousands of talented Canadians come to work at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). They come for the challenge of identifying, building and supporting innovative initiatives that make a real difference in people’s lives and help shape Canada’s future.

The Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario (FedNor), is part of a network of regional development agencies across the country which fosters the right environment to allow entrepreneurs and innovators to help grow businesses, creating the ideal conditions for the development of a strong, dynamic Northern Ontario economy.

In this position you will lead a team of dedicated Community Economic Development Officers to deliver economic development programs and services for Northern Ontario, including:

• administering nationally coordinated programs tailored to fit regional needs and circumstances;
• providing access to financial assistance;
• bringing together key players in their respective ecosystems;
• supporting economic development projects and activities; and,
• implementing regional growth strategies.

Positions to be filled: 1

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or an acceptable combination of education and significant relevant* experience.

* Relevant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of work demonstrated normally acquired by performing duties for a period of approximately five (5) years.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Experience in leading economic development projects and/or programs.
Experience in developing and providing advice on complex matters.
Experience in building and cultivating effective and reciprocal networks and collaborations
Experience in managing human and financial resource.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)
NOTE: If no candidate qualifies for the Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC position, we will consider candidates at the Bilingual Non-Imperative CBC/CBC level.

Information on language requirements

Competencies:

Achieving Results
Strategic Thinking
Management Excellence - People management, financial management
Relationship management and collaboration
Effective interactive communication
Written communication
Leadership

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

A recognized professional accounting designation.

Experience in regional economic development

Operational Requirements:

1. Availability to travel
2. Availability to work outside regular office hours
3. Must have a valid driver’s license

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.