Vice President, Global Expansion

About the Company

Esteemed regional economic development agency

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1983

Employees
51-200

Categories

- Consulting & Skilled Services
- Non-Profit & Philanthropy
- Business Development
- Non Profit
- Software

Specialties

- economic development
- entrepreneurship
- global marketing
- investment commercialization
- life science
- cleantech
- medtech
- networking
- marketing
- technology
- funding
- venture capital
- business
- knowledge-based
- artificial intelligence
- autonomous vehicles
- non-profit
- healthtech
- cybersecurity
- small business
- angel investing
- and local business

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Global Expansion to lead strategies that strengthen international investment, trade, business growth, and talent attraction. As a member of the executive leadership team, the VP will set priorities, oversee budgets and performance, and lead an inclusive, high-performing team. Responsibilities include attracting foreign investment, developing export opportunities, supporting business retention and expansion, and building international talent pipelines.



The role also involves cultivating senior relationships with business, government, and global partners, representing the organization, and collaborating across teams to help high-potential companies scale.

Candidates should bring a proven record in foreign direct investment, international business development, economic development, or a related field, with measurable results in investment, business expansion, job creation, or economic growth. Executive leadership experience, commercial judgment, and financial and operational stewardship are essential. The role requires strength in government relations, strategic partnerships, global business development, and leading multidisciplinary teams through complex stakeholder environments. Knowledge of innovation-driven industries and emerging technologies, along with experience in international talent attraction or market development, is valued. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills are required.

Hiring Manager Title
President and CEO

Functions

- Business Development
- Strategy

📌 Vice President, Global Expansion (Ottawa)
🏢 Important Business
📍 Ottawa