Manager, Sector Development - Winnipeg, Canada - Manitoba Government

Manitoba Government

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Manager, Sector Development:

IC4 Economic Development Consultant 4

Regular/full-time

Department of Agriculture

Industry Development Branch, Industry Advancement Division

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 41404

Salary(s): IC4 $80, $106,935.00 per year

Closing Date:
June 26, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Manitoba Agriculture works collaboratively with citizens, industry, governments and other stakeholders to enable the sustainable development and resilience of Manitoba's agriculture and food processing industries.

Skilled, passionate and engaged staff that embrace innovation and continuous improvement are key to the department's success.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must be able to travel within Manitoba

Qualifications:

Essential:

Postsecondary education in agriculture, business administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
Supervisory or leadership experience, including managing work plans, coaching, training and development, leading staff in projects, recruitment, performance management and evaluation
Experience developing strategic plans, translating strategic priorities into clear operational sector and industry development plans and executing these plans
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to provide advice and recommendations to senior management
High degree of initiative and the ability to work independently to accomplish tasks
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Strong political acumen
Excellent written communications skills with the ability to write clear and concise documents for all levels of the organization and external stakeholders, including Briefing Notes, Treasury Board Submissions, Advisory Notes and strategic plans
Excellent verbal communication skills when speaking and presenting to internal and external stakeholders

Desired:

Good knowledge of the economic development environment in Manitoba

Duties:

The
Manager, Sector Development manages financial, human resources, programs and initiatives, and provides leadership to the section to enable and advance competitiveness and economic development opportunities for the agri-food industries at the industry level.

The position leads a team of industry development specialists who work with industry, department and government stakeholders to identify and enable strategic planning, growth opportunities and increased competitiveness of the agri-food industries.

A detailed position description is available upon request.

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