Manager Programs and Engagement

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

**Job Information**:
Job Requisition ID: 45153

Ministry: Agriculture and Irrigation

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: July 11, 2023

Classification: Manager Zone 2

**About Us**:
The **Trade, Investment and Food Safety Division (TIFS)** expands and diversifies Alberta’s food and bio-product manufacturing sector in local and global markets while also providing effective food safety assurance systems.

**Rural Economic Development Branch** - The Rural Economic Development Branch, through the strategic actions laid out in the Economic Development in Rural Alberta Action Plan (EDRAP), is focused on ensuring relationships and formal partnerships with other GOA departments, economic development organizations, communities and Indigenous organizations to ensure common understanding of the unique impediments, challenges and opportunities to rural and Indigenous economic development; and to better inform strategic decisions by government and industry. The branch plays a leadership role in fostering collaboration and building networks while gathering intelligence and experience across multiple economic sector.

**Role**:
Reporting to the Director Strategy Coordination, the Manager Programs and Engagement provides leadership, knowledge, expertise, and oversight to the planning, development, implementation and administration of programs and activities that support rural growth and economic progress across the province.

The manager will work cross ministry with other economic development program areas, and with external partners and stakeholders to integrate and align a provincial view and understanding of economic development in rural and Indigenous communities. The ability to build networks, coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders and key partners is essential to the engagement required for this alignment.

Specific Responsibilities include:

- Provide strategic leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and administering programs and activities that support rural growth and economic progress.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders, including government departments, economic development organizations, communities, and Indigenous organizations, to foster partnerships and ensure a common understanding of rural and Indigenous economic development challenges and opportunities.
- Conduct research and gather intelligence to inform strategic decisions by the government and industry.
- Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Lead a team of professionals and provide guidance, mentorship, and performance management to ensure program success.
- Oversee the evaluation and monitoring of program outcomes and make recommendations for improvement.
- Coordinate engagement activities with stakeholders, including organizing meetings, workshops, and conferences to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities in rural economic development.

**Qualifications**:
**University graduation** in a field related or related discipline, supplemented by **several (7) years of related experience**.

Equivalencies maybe considered - directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

- 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
- 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Additional Requirements:

- Sound knowledge of project management approaches and experience leading project teams to successful achievement of objectives.
- Experience and Knowledge of grants management tracking systems such as Grantium.

Preference will be given to those with knowledge and experience in economic development, public administration or a related discipline or a related field.

Assets:

- Experience in grant program development and delivery in the context of public administration is preferred.
- Experience in research as it applies to emerging issues, trends, and needs within the economic development sector.
- Knowledge of community development practices and economic trends provincially, nationally, and globally. A good understanding of community economic development in the rural context is desirable.
- Knowledge of approaches related to evaluation and performance measurement / accountability frameworks is desirable.

**APS Competencies**:
**Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans.** We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

- Agility
- Drive for Results
- Develop Self and Others
- Build Collaborative Environments
- Develop Networks
- Systems Thinking
- Creative Problem Solving.

**Salary**:
$3,100.80 to $4,172.7

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