Manager, Ps Research - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Job Information:

Job Requisition ID: 41536

Ministry:
Advanced Education

Location:
Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:
Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:
Permanent

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
May 29, 2023

Classification:
Management Manager Zone 2

About Us:

Ministry of Advanced Education
Advanced Education supports Albertans by providing the education and training opportunities they need to prepare for the workforce

This is accomplished by:
approving programs of study; funding public post-secondary institutions and other adult learning providers; providing financial aid for learners; registering and certifying apprentices; and, supporting academic research and innovation

Programs and services are driven by 3 outcomes: (1) Adult learning opportunities are accessible and affordable for all Albertans; (2) High-quality education, skills development and research make a positive contribution to Alberta's economy, society, culture and environment; and, (3) The adult learning system is accountable and coordinated.

Role:

Reporting to the Director, Post-secondary Research and Innovation Strategy (PSRIS), the Manager provides leadership to the PSRIS unit which is responsible for the Ministry's development of strategies, policies and tools that strengthen the role of post-secondary institutions in Alberta's research and innovation ecosystem to advance Alberta's economic growth, competitiveness and diversification.

The Manager leads the development of research and innovation policies and strategies in collaboration with other Ministries including Technology and Innovation

The unit is responsible for close linkages with the Ministry of TI (and other relevant Ministries) on strategy development for the province's research and innovation ecosystem as it relates to the role of the post-secondary system.

A key accountability for the unit is to ensure critical issues and strategically important opportunities are identified for implementation where necessary in the area of research and innovation.

The Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining highly effective and collaborative working relationships within the Ministry, across government and with external stakeholders including industry and post-secondary institutions, to achieve the Ministers' mandate and Ministry business plan, including the implementation of Goal 3 of Alberta 2030 and other related Government of Alberta priorities such as the Alberta Technology and Innovation Strategy, Research Commercialization Working Group, and Intellectual Property Commercialization Framework.

The Manager represents Advanced Education on cross-ministry and external committees and working groups either at the managerial level or on behalf of the Director and/or Executive Director (ED) when needed.

The Manager also supports the Director in the management of staff and delivering on the unit's outcomes and directly supervises three staff members at the policy analyst level.

The level of autonomy for this position can be high in terms of discretion and policy advice for consideration by the Director and/or ED.

Qualifications:

A University degree in Public Administration, Science, Business, and Arts or in a related field plus 4 years related experience.

Alternatively, 1 year of education for 1 year of experience.

Assets:

Experience working with industry and/or postsecondary institutions and government policy
Knowledge of public administration practices
Knowledge of research commercialization stages and emerging economic trends, particularly for Alberta
Welldeveloped expertise in policy development/strategic frameworks and department and government decision processes
Familiarity with applicable policy, legislation and regulations, both provincial and federal, and other relevant GOA legislation
Experience leading and managing staff

APS Competencies:

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans.

We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

The link below will assist you with understanding competencies:

Critical Competencies:
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Agility

Demonstrated ability to manage and adapt to change. Ability to manage human, financial and physical resources within an operating environment.

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Drive for Results

Leadership skills, including demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making responsibilities, coaching and teaching, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others.

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Develop self and Others