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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailWere seeking an executive operations leader to join Invest Ottawas team of advisors. This Operations Advisor will assist laterstage technology companies (in the IO ScaleUp program) to scale their operations in order to scale the business.
Our Companies
Relative to their stage of growth our clients are seeking advisory support across all facets of business operations including operational strategy process design execution frameworks and crossfunctional alignment as well as organizational efficiency and team scalability.
Our Advisors
Our Advisors are independent contractors typically with their own thriving consulting practices. They are available between 1520 hours per month and paid the standard advisor rate of $150/hour. Please note that these hours are not guaranteed and will depend on client demand each month your participation in meetings with Invest Ottawa team members and attendance at events.
Reporting to Invest Ottawas Director Venture Programs the Operations Advisor will support clients by:
Leading monthly peer groups with local Operations leaders (COOs Operations Execs and Operations developing leaders) that drives a high trust culture in the peer group and enables participants to learn from one another.
Providing direct oneonone advisory and mentoring to their Operations leaders thereby helping to solve business and organizational challenges.
Delivering best practice workshops on driving operational excellence including strategy process design and execution and crossfunctional alignment.
Informing clients of emerging trends in operations (such as bestinclass AI tools) to improve operational efficiency.
Facilitating introductions or connections between our client companies and relevant stakeholders when appropriate for the companys benefit.
We would love to hear from you if you:
Have previously held a COO role or an executivelevel (VP or higher) operations role at a tech company that successfully scaled to at least $25M in annual revenue.
Possess firsthand experience with the challenges faced by rapidly growing tech companies.
Have experience scaling business teams through various stages of growth.
Are well versed in all areas of operations including strategy cross function alignment execution methodologies process optimization business analytics financial analysis.
Stay current with the latest trends and innovations including the application of AI and other innovative technologies.
Can swiftly diagnose challenges and provide clear effective guidance.
Exhibit strong emotional intelligence with a proven ability to build trust and maintain relationships underscored by exceptional listening and communication skills.
Are predominantly based in the Ottawa region.
Have a passion for helping the Ottawa tech sector grow and thrive.
When applying please highlight a list of scaling tech firms you have worked with previously in advising formally or informally as an advisor or consultant.
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Invest Ottawa is committed to fostering diversity equity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are inspired by our mission to shape Ottawas economic future. Invest Ottawa is determined to provide a barrierfree work environment starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process please contact to request specialized accommodation. Do know all information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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