Executive Director, Partnerships and Funding Programs > Joboolo CA :
Company : The Government of Nova Scotia Location : Halifax Regional Municipality Nova Scotia From : Talent CA
At the Department of Public Works (DPW), we manage 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, and 4,100 bridges, as well as 2,400 buildings , across NovaScotia .
We also provide leadership in determining infrastructure needs more broadly and in finding funding solutions to meet those needs through collaboration with other departments and levels of government.
We are currently seeking an ExecutiveDirector,Partnerships and FundingPrograms, to provide strategic leadership for a diverse portfolio which includes the delivery of cross-government strategies for provincial capital planning and infrastructure fundingprograms. About Our Opportunity As the ExecutiveDirector,Partnerships and FundingPrograms, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you provide strategic vision and leadership of a division that advances a broad and long-term vision for provincial infrastructure with a deep understanding of both needs and affordability.
Your results are enhanced through effective collaboration and fostering of relationships inside and outside of government.
Primary Accountabilities Primary accountabilities in this role include:
Providing vision and leadership in government-wide capital planning with responsibility for the related advisory services provided to other departments and agencies.
Optimizing federal infrastructure funding opportunities and championing provincial interests in the development and administration of new and existing federal fundingprograms.
Providing executive leadership for strategic planning, priority setting and oversight of the department’s operations, including municipal engagement initiatives and community grants.
Contributing highly creative solutions to a wide range of complex policy priorities and matters impacting the department, government, and the public.
Building and supporting a high performing team and championing a respectful and positive workplace.
Qualifications and Experience A creative and strategic individual with a problem-solving mindset, several years of relevant and progressive leadership experience, and with the basis of a professional accounting, finance or engineering degree, is required for the position.
An acceptable equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in the lieu of the degree requirement.
As the ideal candidate, you have considerable experience in strategic planning, providing fiscal advice, building positive relationships within and outside government, and effectively fostering trust and collaboration among colleagues and other stakeholders. In addition, you have been involved with federal infrastructure fundingprograms and capital planning.
Your communication and interpersonal skills are exceptional.
The Government of NovaScotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework.
During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment.
LEADS Domains includes Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation.
Please go to the following link for more information:
LEADS (novascotia.ca) .
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools:
written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Benefits We offer you a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
Working Conditions Most of your work is in a comfortable office environment.
You may be required to travel to sites on occasion.
Irregular work hours may be required.
There is a need for you to balance competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
What We Offer Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career Engaging workplace:
our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies Countless career paths Department specific flexible working schedules Pay Grade:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of NovaScotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African NovaScotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
PLEASE NOTE:
Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.
We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca. The Government of NovaScotia HalifaxRegionalMunicipalityNovaScotia
