Position SummaryThe Senior Advisor, Strategic Partnerships is responsible for leading Mitacs National Sector strategy and implementation in their respective assigned sectors, including defining and implementing sector strategy, developing relationships with key sector industry and research centre accounts and partners, and ensuring that Mitacs contributions to national innovation priorities, talent development, and research are achieved.Successful Candidates will be assigned one or more of the following National or Regional sectors:SoftwareGamingDigital mediaEntrepreneurshipLife sciences / healthKey ResponsibilitiesSector LeadershipServe as the Mitacs national sector lead for assigned sector(s)Develop and ensure implementation of overall Mitacs sector strategyDevelop and implement Federal and Provincial funding strategies in cooperation with Government RelationsWork in cooperation with Regional Sector Lead team membersBuild and maintain strong relationships with key industry and innovation ecosystem stakeholders within designated sector portfolios. Become highly visible within the designated sector ecosystem, ensuring that potential partners become familiar with Mitacs offerings and consider Mitacs as a funding source when initiating joint academic – industry engagement projects and initiativesEnsure alignment with national strategies while recognizing and supporting the unique sector needs. Establish sector targets and monitor and support delivery against targetsIdentify and pursue opportunities for partnership development aligned with organizational goals in key provincial and national sectorsRequired Qualifications & ExperienceExceptional relationship building and influence skills, with the ability to navigate complex,



multi stakeholder environments.Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience engaging with industry partners delivering strategic partnerships, in business development, or industry stakeholder engagementProven track record initiating and negotiating complex agreements with private sector organizations and government-funded innovation/commercialization entitiesDemonstrated experience working with academic-private sector collaboration ecosystemFamiliarity with assigned sector ecosystem and potential partnersA widespread network of key players in the assigned sector(s)Knowledge of written and spoken French and English an asset. Knowledge of written and spoken English is required in this role as you will interact with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders located across Canada.Equity, Diversity, and InclusionEquity, diversity, and inclusion and reconciliation are robust commitments at Mitacs: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - Mitacs. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process.Hiring Range$90,975 - $115,235Hiring and Salary Range TransparencyTypically, employees are hired, transferred, or promoted within the salary range, specifically between the minimum and midpoint in the hiring range.The salary range refers to the range of base salaries for a given position, encompassing the minimum and maximum amounts. The midpoint of the range is positioned approximately halfway between the minimum and maximum, indicating a fully qualified employee with comprehensive job knowledge and experience for the role.Only in rare and exceptional circumstances, where a candidate has the experience, skills, and expertise that far exceed those required for the position, would we consider paying above the hiring range for this role.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Advisor, Strategic Partnerships - Vancouver - C$90,975 - C$115,235 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Mitacs
📍 Winnipeg