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About the Role

The Program Manager, Data and Agri-food, is responsible for providing strategic and execution leadership in the development of standards-based solutions for the Data and Agri-food program, addressing the needs of industry, government, and the public, primarily through the management of a team of Project Managers. This role involves developing and executing plans and strategies for expanding CSA Group’s presence in Data and Agri-food standards, covering emerging areas like cybersecurity, AI, IoT, and sustainable agriculture.

Responsibilities

Hires, continually assesses, trains, coaches and develops Project Managers to ensure program objectives are achieved.
Provides strategic leadership and direction to the team, supporting a healthy, collaborative and high-performing team culture.
Meets regularly with staff to ensure standards projects are achieving their objectives and timelines within prescribed budgets, planning and executing corrective actions as required while meeting policies and procedures from the Standards Council of Canada.
Develops the annual business plan for the program, including the execution plan, budget, publication plan, revenue targets and resource requirements.
Works with various internal departments to identify and advance business development opportunities within the program.
Applies knowledge of the standards industry, government policy, technology trends, industry landscape and funding models to identify new standards, research, education, advisory and related opportunities.
Interfaces with external parties to advance the work of the program, facilitates knowledge transfer, and manages program-specific stakeholder issues.
Builds and maintains relationships with a wide range of external organizations and stakeholders.
Provides leadership for committee management, including Strategic Steering Committees, advisory groups and technical committees.
Manages key program funding contracts and relationships with key funders and related stakeholders.
Supports the development and sustaining of Communities of Interest for the program area.
Responsible for continuously improving customer loyalty, membership engagement and employee engagement in the program area.

Requirements

Requires a sound understanding of CSA Group processes and procedures, many of which are mandated under the accreditation of CSA Standards by the Standards Council of Canada.
Ensures that processes and procedures are followed and that project timelines are achieved within defined budgets.
Supports the activities of Project Managers and standards development committee members.
Requires the capacity to engage and manage a diverse stakeholder community and to manage conflict constructively.
Emphasizes management, leadership, strategic thinking and soft skills over technical specialization.
Requires the ability to speak credibly on a range of complex and emerging topics.
Normal office environment, with moderate pressure from project deadlines, stakeholder expectations and team interactions.
Flexibility to work against deadlines is required.
Travel within Canada and the United States may be required.

Skills

Knowledge of the national and international standards industry.
Knowledge of government policy, regulations, industry landscape, stakeholder ecosystems and funding programs/models.
Knowledge of one or more Data and Agri-food program areas, such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, IoT, data governance, data interoperability, advanced manufacturing, intelligent cities, quantum computing, sustainable agriculture, digitization of agriculture, supply chain efficiency or supply chain resilience.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically in developing solutions to complex problems.
High degree of self-motivation.
Strong ability to interpret data, research and analysis to draw insightful conclusions and recommendations.
Research and analytical skills.
Strong leadership skills and ability to manage teams with varied skills and experience levels.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Strong oral and written communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work within a politically sensitive environment and engage stakeholders with divergent interests.
Competency with major Microsoft and Project Management software.
Bilingualism would be a definite asset.
Proficiency in French will be given special consideration.
Fluency in English is required for candidates hired at the Quebec office.
Fluency in French is required for candidates hired at the Quebec office.

Location

Canada
United States

Work Type

Regular
Full time
Office environment
Travel may be required

Experience Level

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Standards Development, or business-related Project or Program Management.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic planning, operational management, and Program or Project Management in a relevant sector.
3 to 5 years of leadership experience managing multiple, large or cross-functional teams, programs, products or projects, and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders.
Experience with managing people, knowledge of standards development processes, and experience working with teams of high-profile experts would be assets.

Education Level

BSc, B.Eng or a related area of study.
A discipline related to data, digital technologies, engineering, agriculture, agri-food systems, information technology, cybersecurity, or sustainability would be an asset.

Salary/Compensations

$116,230–$152,555 CAD gross annually

Benefits

Permanent employees may be eligible for our annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

About the Company

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place.
Has been part of its mission for nearly one hundred years.
Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America.
CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day household items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.
Employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that they do.

Equal Opportunity

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws.
Opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued.
Please contact talentacquisition@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.