Corporate Development & Partnerships Lead

Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Partnerships, the Corporate Development & Partnerships Leadwill be a crucial figure in the department. This role will have the responsibility to develop, implement and support corporate development and strategy. The Lead will work closely with the Manager, Strategic Partnerships and all departments across the organization to devise strategies that support program, initiative and corporate sustainability and growth. The Lead will also be responsible for working with departments to develop and execute on strategic external engagement to support strategies and grow the organization’s strategic partnerships. The Lead will support existing strategic initiatives to ensure that they are executed successfully.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage schedules, business trips, expenses, and deadlines
• Assist in writing contracts
• Research and analytics
• Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the department/company to facilitate other business operations
• Monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation
• Oversee documentation process and creation to ensure accuracy and flow of information. Including but not limited to: Memorandum of Understanding, vendor agreements, and various contracts.
• Organize and supervise other office activities as required
• Ensure department operations adhere to policies and regulations
• Keep abreast of all organizational changes and business developments
• Work with leadership to prioritize business strategies and growth opportunities
• Provide recommendations to senior leadership on improvements as needed
• Plan all aspects of large meetings and events, working with staff to execute small to large details
• Support performance and project tracking to keep team on track towards their goals

Skills and Competencies

• BSc/BA in business administration or related fields
• Accountability
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication both written and verbal
• Critical thinking skills
• Planning and organizing
• In-depth understanding of office management procedures and departmental and legal policies
• Familiarity with financial management principles
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• A team player with leadership skills
• Experience in dealing with public sector funding along with federal and provincial contacts and network.
• A proven collaborator and relationship builder with ability to understand different perspectives, seek mutually beneficial solutions.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment
• Standard office hours
• Onsite work with stakeholder partners
• Will be required to attend at events outside of normal business hours

OCI is committed to creating a diverse and equitable environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. OCI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.