Employment Status: Full-time - Permanent
Location: Edmonton Research Park
Work Model: Hybrid
The Opportunity
As a Business Partner, Emerging Technology and Talent is responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of programs and initiatives that advance research, innovation talent development, and ecosystem growth in areas strategically important to Alberta. This role drives innovation outcomes such as knowledge creation, technology adoption, commercialization, and the development of highly qualified personnel.
The position also plays a key role in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including industry leaders, innovators, municipalities, research institutions, and post-secondary organizations, to achieve outcomes related to job creation, industry competitiveness, and broader economic, social, and environmental benefits.
Key responsibilities include managing grant programs and related processes; coordinating expert reviewers and project advisors; delivering program calls and ecosystem engagement activities; and contributing to the development of standardized processes, tools, and guidance to ensure operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for duties that will include:
Project and Portfolio Management
- Establish project funding agreements and detailed project plans in collaboration with recipients.
- Monitor project progress, manage change requests, and provide regular updates to the ET&T team and leadership.
- Review interim and final project reports to assess outcomes and compliance. Coordinate project monitoring and change management processes across the ET&T project advisor team.
- Provide portfolio-level services including data analysis, status reporting, and responding to internal and external information requests.
- Prepare program and financial reports, including quarterly updates for leadership, ensuring documentation is current and accurate.
- Support ET&T vendors by managing administrative requests and developing budget forecasts.
- Ensure funded projects align with ET&T’s mandate and meet defined objectives and deliverables.
- Participate in steering committees and maintain ongoing communication with funding recipients.
Program Management and Execution
- Lead end-to-end delivery of ET&T calls for proposals and programs.
- Manage the proposal evaluation process, including assembling expert review panels, contracting reviewers, and providing guidance throughout the process.
- Coordinate the development and enhancement of program scope, guidelines, evaluation criteria, and supporting documentation.
- Participate in proposal evaluation activities by compiling reviews, scoring submissions, and preparing recommendation documents.
- Lead outreach, engagement, and coaching activities to support prospective applicants and enhance program accessibility.
- Support the debrief process for unsuccessful applicants and provide constructive feedback on proposal submissions.
Communication and Stakeholder Relationships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent ET&T at workshops, conferences, cross-ministry working groups, and other events.
- Provide guidance to stakeholders on ET&T policies, procedures, and program expectations.
- Contribute to the execution of ET&T’s marketing and communication strategies.
- Ensure internal stakeholders are informed of key processes, evaluation criteria, and performance targets.
Process Effectiveness and Improvements
- Contribute to the development of tools, policies, and procedures that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of ET&T programs.
- Conduct research and analysis on industry best practices, market trends, and emerging technologies to inform program design.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing enhancements to internal processes and program delivery.
Qualifications and Skills
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Innovation, Entrepreneurship or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the public sector, innovation, research, or technology-focused environment.
- Proven experience in implementing and execution of collaborative projects.
- Experience in working in/with government and industry in a wide range of sectors, innovative technology development, and supporting programs.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, senior leaders, and external stakeholders.
- Ability to facilitate collaboration and consensus among diverse stakeholder groups with varying priorities and perspectives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences. Skilled in delivering presentations and facilitating meetings or workshops.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, competing deadlines, and high-volume workloads.
- Demonstrated tact, diplomacy, and persuasiveness in navigating complex or sensitive situations.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Proficient in project management principles and tools, with the ability to manage timelines, resources, and deliverables.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Willingness and ability to travel as required to support stakeholder engagement and program delivery.
Preferred
- Familiar with Alberta’s innovation social, economic, environmental and technological needs and priorities.
Who We Are
Alberta Innovates is the province’s most comprehensive research and innovation agency. From funding to commercialization, we are Alberta’s innovation engine. We foster and accelerate research and innovation to support entrepreneurs and drive economic growth for the benefit of Albertans.
What We Offer
Alberta Innovates offers a total rewards package designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing. Depending on employment status, this may include:
- Competitive compensation aligned with internal classification and pay bands
- Comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage and pension benefits
- Vacation starting at three weeks, plus paid time-off programs that support balance
- Opportunities for learning and professional development
- A respectful, inclusive work environment that values collaboration and diverse perspectives
- Flexible work arrangements, where operationally feasible
You will work in a professional, collaborative environment where accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement are valued, and where your work supports outcomes that matter to Albertans.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit:
- A cover letter
- A resume
- Any additional supporting documents that demonstrate suitability for the role
Applications must be submitted by June 19, 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.
Privacy Statement
The personal information collected in the application process is for recruitment and hiring purposes only. This collection is authorized under section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act.
Employment Equity
Alberta Innovates is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
If you are selected for an interview, please note that recording the interview or using AI tools or assistance during the interview is not permitted.
