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TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario, through our strategic initiatives like Innovation North, is reshaping how regional ecosystems support sustainable growth and technological advancement. We operate at the intersection of industry, academia, and government, driving the development of scalable solutions for complex global challenges. Our mission is to foster a collaborative environment where practice partners can co-create high-impact-innovation frameworks.

As a Program Manager, you will occupy a central role in orchestrating the complex interplay between our diverse network of Practice Partners and the broader regional economy. This is not a traditional administrative role; it is a strategic position designed for a leader who can navigate the nuances of multi-stakeholder collaboration and turn high-level innovation concepts into operational realities.

Your core responsibilities will include:
- Leading the strategic execution of co-creation frameworks, specifically managing the lifecycle of projects within the 'Compass' initiative.
- Facilitating high-level stakeholder engagement sessions with our 20+ Practice Partners to ensure alignment between regional innovation goals and organizational outputs.
- Designing and implementing measurable KPIs to track the economic and social impact of our innovation programs, reporting these findings to board members and government funders.
- Managing cross-functional project teams, ensuring that milestones are met within budget and that resource allocation aligns with long-term strategic objectives.
- Identifying emerging technological trends and industry shifts within Southwestern Ontario to proactively adapt our program offerings.
- Developing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including risk registers, resource allocation maps, and impact assessment reports.
- Orchestrating complex workshops and collaborative design sprints that bring together diverse expertise from industry, research, and policy sectors.
- Serving as a primary liaison for government grant management, ensuring all program activities comply with funding requirements and reporting cycles.

We operate in a high-trust, high-autonomy environment. Our culture is built on the principle of 'Co-creation'—we believe the best solutions emerge when diverse perspectives intersect. You will find a workspace that values intellectual curiosity, rigorous data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to regional economic resilience. We move fast, but we move with intention.

To be successful in this role, you will need a robust background in ecosystem development or program management within the technology or innovation sectors. You must be comfortable navigating ambiguity and possess the ability to influence without direct authority.

Technical and Professional Requirements:
- Proven experience managing multi-stakeholder projects involving industry, academia, and public sectors.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Asana, Monday.com, or Jira to maintain operational transparency.
- Advanced capability in data visualization and reporting using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or advanced Excel to communicate program impact.
- Strong financial literacy for managing complex project budgets and grant-funded-expenditures.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, specifically the ability to translate technical innovation concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with CRM systems (e.f., Salesforce or HubSpot) to manage partner relationships.

What we offer:
- A chance to shape the economic landscape of Southwestern Ontario.
- A highly collaborative work environment that prioritly values professional autonomy.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with regional leadership standards.
- Opportunities for professional development and representation at national innovation forums.

Our selection process involves a multi-stage approach: an initial screening call to discuss your alignment with our mission, followed by a structured interview with our leadership team, and a final stage involving a short case study related to ecosystem management. We aim to move from initial contact to a final decision within four weeks.

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