Assistant Deputy Minister Economic Development

Government of Saskatchewan; Regina; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Deputy Minister for Economic Development in Regina. This role requires strategic leadership to promote investment and economic growth in Saskatchewan, while also focusing on indigenous economic development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public policy, collaborative results-driven environments, and leadership skills to mentor staff. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in support of workplace diversity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Exceptional history of achieving results in collaborative environments.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff to a high level of accountability.
• In-depth knowledge of financial management and public policy development.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to promote Saskatchewan and attract investment.
• Provide strategic options and policy advice to the Deputy Minister.
• Mentor and develop staff to build an inclusive community.

Skills

Leadership strengths that promote inclusion

Strong communication skills

Consensus-building skills

Knowledge of government processes

Job description

Building a Stronger Saskatchewan

The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to a better quality of life for Saskatchewan people, to build strong communities and strong families, and grow a stronger Saskatchewan. By sustaining growth and opportunities for Saskatchewan people, we are ensuring our economy is productive and competitive on the world stage.

The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to working with citizens to create better lives for themselves through economic independence, strong families, and strong community.

Saskatchewan has always been a province of abundance and opportunity. The economy depends on Saskatchewan’s combination of natural resources and strong human capital. As a result, Saskatchewan has one of the strongest economies in Canada, low unemployment rates, record exports and is ideally positioned for long-term prosperity.

About the Ministry

The Ministry of Trade and Export Development advances economic growth to generate wealth and opportunity in Saskatchewan. The Ministry facilitates a coordinated cross‑government approach to attract investment and grow export markets. The Ministry fosters and supports a competitive business environment, facilitates trade and strengthens Saskatchewan's international relations.

The Opportunity

The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking a visionary and strategic senior executive who is committed to building organizational value through leadership, collaboration, and results.

The Assistant Deputy Minister, Economic Development role in the Ministry of Trade and Export Development offers the opportunity to expand Saskatchewan’s global presence and support economic growth of the province.

Based in Regina, the position will allow you to leverage your leadership skills, passion, and technical expertise with a Ministry that holds deep rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Minister, the Assistant Deputy Minister is responsible for the economic development and investment attraction within Saskatchewan providing investment services to companies. Indigenous economic development and economic reconciliation with First Nations and Métis communities is a key priority for the Ministry. As such, this role has a position on the Board of Directors of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Investment Finance Corporation (SIIFC) and provides strategic direction to the CEO. In addition, you will:

• Develop strategies to promote Saskatchewan and attract investment into the province;
• Participate as an executive team member providing leadership within the Ministry and furthering the government-wide goals and objectives;
• Provide strategic options, comprehensive policy advice, briefing papers, recommendations and perspectives to the Deputy Minister on functions, activities and issues;
• Leverage your strong understanding of the Saskatchewan economy and the role of government in creating relationships that support trade and economic growth and drive to meet the goals in the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth;
• Work with indigenous partners to connect First Nations, Métis and northern stakeholders to business opportunities;
• Mentor and develop staff using strong leadership and team building skills with a focus on building organizational community;
• Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing values-based team to capitalize on strategic opportunities to grow Saskatchewan’s economy;
• Demonstrate exceptional diplomacy through written and oral communication including the ability to work with, and influence, a variety of stakeholders; and
• Manage fiscal and human resources to ensure the effective use of resources in meeting ministry plan objectives.

Background and Knowledge Requirements

This opportunity is for experienced senior executives with an exceptional history of achieving results in collaborative environments, ideally within the field of economic development. In addition, you will have:

• Leadership strengths that promote inclusion, engagement and foster an innovative, collaborative environment;
• In-depth knowledge of government legislative and regulatory processes and protocols, in particular as it relates to public policy development and financial management;
• Proven capability to identify and deliver key strategic insights, counsel and policy to ensure decision making is made with the best possible advice;
• Demonstrated ability to build commitment through collaboration, consultation and consideration of citizen and stakeholder impacts; and,
• Well established consensus-building skills, strong leadership and team-building skills, with an ability to mentor and develop staff to a high level of accountability.

What We Offer

The Government of Saskatchewan provides an environment that is committed to workplace diversity and upholds deep rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Saskatchewan public service offers an attractive compensation package that includes competitive salary; comprehensive health and dental benefits; and pension plan.

Questions

Should you have any questions regarding the above opportunity, please contact Megan Armstead, Executive Services by phone: [phone] or by email: [e-mail].

We are committed to workplace diversity.