Director of Global Food Security Initiatives

9 hours ago


Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time
Chief Scientific Officer - Global Institute for Food Security

The Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) at the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) will lead the scientific strategy to advance GIFS's mission of providing innovative, sustainable solutions for global food security. Reporting to the CEO, the CSO will champion scientific innovation, team development, and strategic partnerships, while representing GIFS within the broader scientific and innovation community. This pivotal role involves co-leading the business opportunity pipeline, fostering scientific and operational excellence, and aligning scientific initiatives with organizational goals. The CSO will represent GIFS's scientific work and strengthen its reputation locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.

  • Drive GIFS's strategy through the development and implementation of the science strategy, through the Science Leadership Team (SLT)
  • Lead the project portfolio assessment and stage gate process to deliver impact
  • Executive Leadership
  • Serve on the GIFS Executive Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and organizational decision-making
  • Work with the International Science Advisory Panel (ISAP) to understand emerging market and technology trends while exploring new opportunities to enhance GIFS mission.
Scientific Innovation & Leadership
  • Guide innovative approaches across all GIFS research activities to de-risk and accelerate time to impact
  • Lead operational excellence initiatives, ensuring quality management, process improvements, and scalable innovation
  • Manage the portfolio of projects, both internal and in partnership with key stakeholders, from discovery through launch.
  • Collaborate with Integrated Business Processes (IBP) to align scientific initiatives with GIFS's broader objectives
  • Build partnerships with public and private sector stakeholders to address global food security challenges, including the total factor productivity challenge.
Thought Leadership & Collaboration
  • Serve as a thought leader, influencing policy and scientific direction through active participation in local, national, and international forums.
  • Recruit, attract, and retain top scientific talent, building a team recognized for excellence in Canada and internationally
  • Mentor and develop program and platform leads, promoting a commitment to GIFS's mission, vision, values, and scientific excellence.

The CSO will shape GIFS's scientific future, enhancing its global reputation and fostering a culture of innovation. Through strategic partnerships, operational excellence, and a commitment to scientific leadership, the CSO will play a vital role in advancing GIFS's mission and ensuring the institute's contribution to global food security.

Estimated Annual Salary: $100,000 - $150,000

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