Regional Director, Manitoba

Foresight Cleantech Accelerator Centre

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Manitoba Net Zero Innovation Network (MNZIN) serves as the operational engine driving Manitoba’s ambitious Path to Net Zero strategy. Designed to deliver the 2026–2029 Action Plan, MNZIN accelerates decarbonization by assembling expert teams and funding high-impact projects across three key economic clusters: sustainable agri-food, clean transportation, and the built environment. Built on a proven, high-performance model that leverages public investment to catalyze significant private capital and job creation, the network also features a dedicated workforce stream to upskill local talent for the green economy. Join us in this market-driven initiative as we bridge the gap between provincial climate goals and tangible economic results. As an integral member of our Technology Adoption team, you will report to the VP of Technology Adoption to drive innovation and impact. You will lead program budget and proposal development, government reporting, strategic connections & network building in Manitoba, and oversee and execute all processes for programs, projects and initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in translating vision into action, driving tangible outcomes that propel the cleantech sector forward in Manitoba. The successful applicant will be a true community builder who is passionate about reducing Canada’s climate impact through technology adoption. This means that you are a great writer and communicator, a team player, an entrepreneurial self-starter, are comfortable working remotely, and have strong time and project management skills.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
Minimum eight years of experience in government, nonprofit, or private sector.
Must have proven experience leading sales and fundraising activities; prior partnership experience is required.
Must possess strong leadership skills, be able to motivate and influence others, and lead junior team members.
Strong project and time management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
Comfortable translating complex, ambiguous challenges into actionable operational plans.
Must have existing relationships within the Manitoba agriculture, built environment, or transportation sectors.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience managing the execution of multi-year public grants, including grant reporting, is an important asset.
Experience in the built environment, cleantech sector, or in corporate sustainability roles within Manitoba’s corporate sector is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all aspects of Foresight’s MNZIN, including ecosystem and Indigenous engagement, oversight of strategic advisors, and financial and impact tracking/reporting.
Represent Foresight within the Manitoba ecosystem, expanding the organization’s national presence and creating opportunities beyond the MNZIN program timeline.
Design and implement a Manitoba-specific strategy that addresses Manitoba's specific needs and aligns with the MNZIN program goals.
Convene key Manitoba ecosystem members to identify shared challenges and scope tangible projects to drive meaningful solutions.
Manage and deliver the MNZIN built environment sector program.
Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with potential industry partners and funders to secure program funding, including private-sector matching dollars.
Coordinate the internal team of Program Managers and Coordinators supporting the MNZIN program.
Collaborate with other internal teams (Data team, Marketing and Communications, Operations, etc. to ensure success.
Other duties as required.