Director of Program Development and Operations

1 week ago


Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada IORE Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Director to lead our accelerator management program. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for implementing the tools, resources, and networks to successfully deliver the accelerator program and support the greater COVE efforts in dual-use innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead program managers and other key staff in implementing the accelerator program
  • Represent COVE to NATO DIANA and other NATO-designated accelerator sites to establish avenues of communication and ensure quality control of program delivery
  • Own oversight of and resources for the implementation of the NATO DIANA program and the delivery of dual-use curriculum elements
  • Support and manage the development and collection of key performance metrics to measure success and implement adaptations for future iterations
  • Attract, recruit, and onboard experts, evaluators, mentors, and lecturers through strategic networking
  • Attend, support, and represent COVE at local ecosystem events
  • Manage the program delivery team for the Halifax-based NATO DIANA accelerator site
  • Adhere to COVE's human resource policies and procedures
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience
  • ~10 years relevant experience with at least seven or more years experience in program management or operations
  • ~ Knowledge of the Canadian defense ecosystem & acquisition practices
  • ~ Record of strong business skills, leadership, people management, strategic thinking, and sound judgment
  • ~ Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • ~ Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • ~ Familiarity with project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation
  • ~ Ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks
Assets
  • Previous accelerator management experience
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
About COVE

We are a team driven by our passion for empowering marine tech innovators, serving as unwavering advocates for every visionary who walks through our doors.

Integrity, creativity, and diversity are not just values to us—they are the bedrock of our identity.

Embracing diversity in our workforce is paramount for fostering genuine collaboration and fulfilling the impactful responsibilities we hold within our community.

Operating within a hybrid and flexible work environment allows us to optimize the collective potential of our highly collaborative team, enabling us to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Opportunity to learn and make an impact by working for a dynamic, growing company on meaningful projects that finds solutions to real-life problems.

Remote work and flexible work hours.

Team-wide bonding activities and casual work environment.

Tech-focused office location, convenient via transit and bike paths and free parking.

Employee wellbeing including full medical & dental benefits and a health spending account.



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