Job Description
Do you have experience in leading complex projects or initiatives? Do you have the ability to look at current trends or practices and develop innovative solutions that add value? If so, then consider an exciting and challenging opportunity with the Strategic Support Unit of the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, and take your career to a whole new level.
What can I expect to do in this role?
You will:
• lead, coordinate and manage complex, strategic projects and initiatives related to the operation of the Mines and Minerals Division
• design and implement new or modified programs, and participate in the development of regulations, business processes and operational policies
• evaluate pilot projects, programs, processes and structures, and make recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the division's operations
• develop business cases, status reports, and briefing materials, and make presentations to senior management with respect to specific projects or initiatives
• develop and manage Requests for Proposal and service agreements, and negotiate transfer payment agreements
• provide expert advice and recommendations to management and senior executives regarding improvements to divisional programs and services, organizational structure, and strategic policy direction
• represent the ministry and division at meetings and workshops or conferences involving other ministries or governments, industry or community stakeholders, and/or Indigenous communities
How do I qualify?
Specialized knowledge:
• experience in leading strategic projects, initiatives and policies, including the design, implementation and evaluation of new or modified programs or initiatives
• project management skills and knowledge to lead project teams, build partnerships, anticipate issues and obstacles, and develop solutions while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• knowledge of program design and evaluation methodologies and of project management concepts and techniques
Communication skills:
• verbal and written communication skills to prepare business cases, status reports, briefing materials and presentations for senior management approval, and to make presentations to senior executives with respect to specific projects or initiatives
Analytical, problem-solving and issues management skills:
• analytical, problem-solving, and issues management skills to design initiatives, make recommendations, anticipate and mitigate issues, and identify changes that will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of divisional programs, services, processes, and structures