Chief Medical Executive

4 weeks ago

Halifax NS, Canada Dalhousie University Full time

Reporting operationally to OTN's Scientific Director and on the program to Dalhousie's Vice President of Research and Innovation, the Executive Director of OTN will drive research excellence in the ocean sector to support sustainable management and conservation of aquatic ecosystems. The Executive Director will also take direction from the OTN Governing Council, an appointed body who provides independent and external stewardship of OTN on behalf of Dalhousie University.


While the Scientific Director is ultimately accountable for the management and performance of the facility, the Executive Director is a key member of OTN's highly collaborative senior management team and helps drive and implement the strategic direction of the organization. The Executive Director will work closely with OTN's Scientific Director and Senior Operations Manager to deliver on OTN's mandate as an MSI, fulfill , and curate and grow its infrastructure to support the facility's global community of 1600+ contributors.

Provide strategic partnerships and collaborations by building strong partnerships with industry, government, academia, indigenous and non-governmental organizations, with a goal of elevating OTN's reputation and keeping OTN infrastructure and expertise at the forefront of environmental decision-making.
Manage public relations and outreach by representing OTN in the media, at conferences, to government delegations, and the general public.
Provide governance and report to the OTN Council and advisory committees on OTN activities as well as ensure committee recommendations are actioned appropriately. Provide high-level oversight over organizational budgets, processes, plans and staff to ensure the facility is operating to the highest standards.
Advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in accordance with OTN's EDIA strategy.
Occasional national and international travel (4-6 times per year) may be required to meet operational requirement.


Evening and weekend work may be required on an occasional basis to meet operational requirements.

Master's degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of significant senior administrative and managerial experience at a director-level or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience building relationships, networking, and providing coaching or mentoring to managerial staff.
Seasoned public speaker with training and experience talking to the media and delivering high-level presentations to national and international audiences.
Experience providing financial and administrative oversight.
Track record of education, professional development, and learning in areas of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Assets
PhD in a related field.
Experience working in a board-governed and/or academic environment.
Experience in an ocean-focused role, particularly with animal tracking or ocean technology.
Proficiency in additional languages especially professional fluency in French.
Relevant professional designations, such as Project Management Professional, Professional Engineer etc.
Relationship Building
Respect and Inclusion
Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Diversity Statement


Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

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