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About the Role

The Director, Strategic Programs will develop and execute strategies and tactical plans to achieve program and initiative targets and drive portfolio growth for a range of OCI programs. This role is primarily responsible for managing the strategic growth of the portfolio, while also managing and supporting the successful delivery of a range of strategic initiatives, projects, and partnerships. The Director will lead and/or build teams, providing tactical guidance and coaching, and fostering a positive work environment. This role demonstrates strong leadership, strategic thinking, and program management skills to ensure seamless program execution and promote Ontario's leadership nationally and globally.

Responsibilities

Analyze market trends and develop new proposals and approaches to create value for OCI’s strategic programs portfolio.
Support partnership opportunities with various ministries and stakeholders to co-develop and negotiate new and existing programs and initiatives.
Drive thought leadership and outreach to a broad range of stakeholders across Canada’s priority areas.
Lead key program development and delivery activities, including establishing program focus, objectives, structure, delivery model, processes, criteria, and evaluation tools.
Develop and execute the strategic program(s) strategic planning process and report on program performance using quantitative and qualitative metrics, making data-driven decisions and adjustments as necessary.
Build and maintain the OCI network, including the identification and development of strategic partnerships and initiatives to advance stakeholder goals.
Leverage and grow existing networks of investors, alumni, mentors, and other community assets to support public sector-led ventures.
Provide operational leadership to manage and deliver programs under the strategic programs portfolio.
Work collaboratively across the organization to deliver on program targets and deliverables, organizational objectives, and evolving stakeholder needs.
Manage the allocation of resources, including budget and personnel, to support the successful implementation of programs and initiatives.
Lead staff allocated to assigned programming, providing guidance and coaching, a clear sense of purpose and direction, and fostering a positive and stimulating work environment.
Ensure roles, responsibilities, accountabilities, and authorities of the team are defined and understood, and that appropriate performance management programs are in place.
Develop and manage baseline processes, procedures, and templates for the strategic program(s), ensuring consistent, efficient, and transparent processes with a robust audit trail.
Provide direction and guidance to OCI service groups regarding Strategy & Programs team activities and support for other OCI programs and activities.
Build credibility, confidence, and collaboration cross-departmentally, including with Business Development, and Marketing and Communications teams.
Liaise regularly with stakeholders to track progress against milestones and reporting metrics.
Plan, develop, and deliver events in consultation with Marketing and Communications.
Accountable for the identification and development of success stories in conjunction with the Marketing and Communications group.
May be required to perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

Formal, specialized post-graduate education in Science and Technology or Business.
Minimum of 10 years of related experience in technology, innovation, business.
Proven leadership ability and management of a team with diverse skillsets and experience.
Full knowledge of working elements in the public sector and Ontario’s innovation ecosystem.
Superior project management skills with the ability to balance multiple stakeholders’ needs and priorities.
Extensive stakeholder management experience with the ability to broker and close deals.
Impeccable work ethic, highly motivated and passionate, and clearly driven by success.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated experience in a multi-party, collaborative project environment.
Highly developed interpretive and analytical skills.
Familiar with the language and terminology of industry, the academic community, finance, and government.
Distinctive problem-solving and analytical skills and impeccable business judgment.
A self-starter with strong leadership skills, capable of independent program management and integration with all parts of OCI.
Occasional work required outside of normal business hours, including attendance at external events.
Occasional travel (30-40%) within Ontario.
Bilingual (French and English) is an asset.

Skills

Strategic thinking
Program management
Leadership
Team management
Project management
Stakeholder management
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Business judgment

Location

Ontario

Work Type

Full-time
Occasional travel

Experience Level

Minimum of 10 years of related experience

Education Level

Formal, specialized post-graduate education in Science and Technology or Business

About the Company

OCI is committed to creating a diverse and equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. OCI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Equal Opportunity

OCI is committed to creating a diverse and equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. OCI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.