Manager, Partnerships – Atlantic Canada (Full-Time, Remote within Atlantic Canada)

Manager Partnerships Atlantic Canada (Full-Time Remote within Atlantic Canada)

Foresight Canada helps the world do more with less sustainably. As Canadas largest cleantech innovation and adoption accelerator we de-risk and simplify public and private sector adoption of the worlds best clean technologies to improve productivity profitability and economic competitiveness all while addressing urgent climate challenges.

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Partnerships this role will play a key part in expanding Foresights support for net-zero initiatives in Atlantic Canada and strengthening connections between the regions innovation ecosystem and national and global networks. As Foresight operates as a non-profit entity a central responsibility of this position is to attract and manage government and private sector funding to enable cleantech innovation programming across the region.

This work will support Foresights three core programmatic pillars:

• Cleantech-Focused Venture Acceleration Programs

• Industry and Government Innovation Adoption Initiatives

• Ecosystem Development Activities

The ideal candidate is a well-connected community builder with a demonstrated passion for advancing Canadas climate goals through cleantech innovation. They possess a strong understanding of Atlantic Canadas unique strengths and opportunities in developing a globally recognized clean technology ecosystem. The successful applicant will have a proven track record in securing funding through grant and proposal writing be a confident and engaging presenter and bring experience with CRM systems. They are comfortable working independently thrive in a remote work environment and consistently deliver high-quality results through effective time and project management.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Act as a visible and credible representative of Foresight in Atlantic Canada championing the growth of the regional cleantech ecosystem.

• Lead the development and execution of proposals manage project lifecycles oversee program budgets and ensure timely high-quality reporting for all Atlantic Canada initiatives.

• Source and share relevant business development and funding opportunities that support Foresights expansion and impact in Atlantic Canada.

• Collaborate with the Partnerships team to co-develop and implement a tailored strategy that addresses Atlantic Canadas unique innovation needs while fostering alignment with federal priorities and international partnerships.

• Monitor and communicate key developments within the regional innovation and venture ecosystem to inform national strategy and partner engagement.

• Identify and engage high-potential ventures to participate in Foresights acceleration programs.

• Design and manage initiatives that foster collaboration between cleantech companies industry stakeholders and technology adopters to strengthen the regional ecosystem.

• Facilitate connections among accelerator programs government partners and enterprise innovation leaders to drive strategic outcomes in the Atlantic innovation landscape.

• With the support of Foresights larger Events team ideate plan and deliver strategic eventssuch as roundtables pitch days and ecosystem gatheringsthat support program goals strengthen stakeholder engagement and raise the visibility of cleantech innovation in the region.

• Be willing to travel for events and conferences across the Atlantic provinces as needed.

Experience:

• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability and enthusiasm to build relationships and represent the organization at cleantech and innovation-related community events.

• Proven experience in writing successful proposals and managing funding applications exceeding $100000.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex multi-year public grant programs including rigorous reporting requirements.

• Minimum of five years of experience in government non-profit or private industry ideally within the innovation or sustainability sectors.

• A post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. business sustainability engineering public policy) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Exceptional project management and independent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Nice to Haves:

• Sector knowledge or direct experience in one or more of the following industries: agriculture fisheries water energy forestry mining the built environment or carbon management.

• Experience in securing and managing sponsorships or events.

• Familiarity with clean technology and sustainability particularly within Atlantic Canadas corporate sector relevant government agencies or key innovation networks such as provincial funders and investor groups Volta Net Impact Energy Futures Lab or equivalent organizations.

• An understanding of the entrepreneurial journey including exposure to areas such as venture investment acceleration programming pitch sessions and emerging technologies.

Job Type: Full-Time Remote within Atlantic Canada

Rate: $70000-$80000 annually benefits.

About Foresight

Foresight Canada helps the world do more with less sustainably. As Canadas largest cleantech innovation and adoption accelerator we de-risk and simplify public and private sector adoption of the worlds best clean technologies to improve productivity profitability and economic competitiveness all while addressing urgent climate challenges.

Since 2013 Foresight has supported 1580 ventures 150 industry partners and 300 investor firms to deploy $2.31B in capital achieve $570M in revenues and create 9430 high-paying jobs. Our domestic and international engagement includes working in collaboration with 2000 rights holders and partners.

Foresight recognizes that the best teams include diverse voices. We welcome all applicants with the requisite experience and skills for the position to apply and invite interested individuals to reach out with any questions or requests for accommodation through the application or interview process.

The team at Foresight is passionate about solving pressing environmental problems and bringing transformative technologies to market. Apply today to join this dynamic team.

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