SECTOR DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (Innovation & Emerging Technology Ecosystems)

Job Description

Job title: SECTOR DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (Innovation & Emerging Technology Ecosystems)

Company: City of Toronto

Job description:

• Job ID: 50058
• Job Category: Economic Development, Arts & Culture
• Division & Section: Economic Development & Culture, EDC Business Growth Services
• Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto-Hybrid work environment (in-office and remote work)
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent Vacancy
• Salary: $93,734.00 – $123,449.00
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
• Affiliation: Non-Union
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 4-Dec-2024 to 18-Dec-2024

Toronto is Canada’s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked as one of the world’s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, innovation and culture – and the heart of one of North America’s largest Technology and Innovation clusters. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as a Sector Development Officer (Innovation & Emerging Technology Ecosystems) within our Economic Development & Culture Division.Position Overview:The ideal candidate will have a strategic perspective on technology and innovation ecosystems, a growth mindset, and an innovative and entrepreneurial approach. As the Sector Development Officer specializing in Innovation & Emerging Technologies, you will play a pivotal role in growing Toronto’s global competitiveness by leading and investing in strategies that provide resources, services, and sector-specific branding to drive growth in the city’s thriving tech sector. You will leverage your strategic vision and innovative mindset to drive sustainable business expansion, attract investment, and create jobs in emerging technology industries. The ideal candidate will also be a motivated individual who excels at building collaborative partnerships across industry, academia, government, and other stakeholders to develop and implement strategies, that strengthen Toronto’s position as a global leader in the Technology and Innovation ecosystem.Join Us!If you are interested in learning more about the Sector Development Officer (Innovation & Emerging Technology Ecosystems) role, you can participate in a virtual WebEx information session with the hiring division on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. You will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the position, working for the City of Toronto’s Economic Development & Culture division, as well as the City’s application process.Please register to participate in the information session using thisWebinar topic: Virtual information session – SECTOR DEVELOPMENT OFFICERJob ID: 50058Date and time: Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 1:00 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)Your name and email are required for registration, but they will remain private during the session.Major Responsibilities:As the Sector Development Officer (Innovation & Emerging Technology Ecosystems), reporting to the Manager, Sector Development Office, you will:

• Develop and lead comprehensive strategies that enhance global competitiveness, drive business growth, and foster job creation in collaboration with industry, academia, other levels of government and key economic development stakeholders for the City’s technology and innovation sectors.
• Support the Economic Development and Culture Division in implementing the City’s Economic Growth Agenda, focusing on strategic priorities outlined in the City’s 10-year action plan to boost competitiveness in Toronto’s technology and innovation sectors.
• Manage assigned projects within approved budgets, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of organizational performance, work quality, continuous improvement, and learning.
• Conduct research, prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholder groups on industry trends, competitive issues, regulatory and policy issues and workforce development opportunities.
• Provide input into and administer assigned budgets, ensuring expenditures are controlled and maintained; including seeking estimates for services, evaluation proposals, quotes for services and recommend expenditures.
• Prepare funding proposals, leveraging funding from public and private sector sources supporting tech ecosystem growth.
• Provide strategic insights and data-driven analysis to guide strategic planning, resource allocation, policy formation and decision making across Toronto’s technology and innovation sectors.
• Develop and cultivate strategic partnerships with stakeholders and international investors to drive job creation, attract investment, and enhance global competitiveness in high-growth technology sectors.
• Provide economic analysis, advice, and intelligence to businesses, investors, and other internal and external stakeholders, providing insights on industry trends, competitiveness issues, workforce issues, regulatory changes, economic forecasting, and opportunities for growth to enhance Toronto’s economic landscape.
• Design and develop annual sector work plans and budget requests.
• Coordinate the City’s participation in domestic and international trade shows, conferences, and other events to promote Toronto’s Technology and Innovation sectors to local, national and international businesses and delegations and investors.
• Support the development of marketing materials and communication strategies that highlight Toronto’s strengths in technology and innovation. Organize and participate in sector-specific events that showcase the local talent and innovation.
• Develop and inform policy initiatives to improve Toronto’s attractiveness for tech startups and innovation-based businesses, focusing on areas such as access to capital, workforce development, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Identify ecosystem gaps and recommend strategic interventions, partnerships, and resources to support a robust pipeline of high-potential tech companies.
• Represent the City at senior-level public/private advisory committees and boards, and the division/City at inter-divisional and inter-governmental teams and projects.
• Advise City Councillors and senior management regarding company specific and sector business issues, as well as on sensitive matters.
• Perform administrative tasks related to partnership agreements, payments, and program delivery and develop targets and criteria to measure the effectiveness and success of programs, activities and projects.
• Manage client service activities on a confidential basis including the provision of direct advice and assistance to companies, business associations, government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Develop reports, press releases, content for industry publications, speaking notes, and presentations for senior management and Council, and external communications.
• Inform clients on municipal, provincial and federal funding programs available to industry.
• Negotiate and manage sponsorship agreements.
• Develop the annual sector workplan and budget to incorporate new economic development projects, programs and partnerships with other agencies and the private sector to implement the strategy and supplement the Division’s budget. Additionally you will organize revenue-generating activities and keeps up to date on industry trends, outlooks and developments.
• Advise and facilitates business network development.

Key Qualifications: * Considerable experience in the Innovation and Emerging Technology ecosystem and thorough knowledge of issues and trends, including relevant legislation, standards and policies affecting economic growth and competition in Toronto.

• Considerable experience developing complex, long-term strategic plans, and innovative and entrepreneurial programs to help drive business growth.
• Considerable experience building professional networks and managing extensive industry relationships in the technology and innovation sectors.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate, present, negotiate and develop solid internal and external relationships.
• Ability to analyze sectors, industries and companies and lead the development of options or recommendations for sector policies and strategies.
• Familiarity with sector and industry structures, industry supply chains, business operations (e.g., value chains), sector developments, trends or issues.
• Familiarity with the industry, both domestically and globally, and the ability to maintain an effective network with the industry, is an asset.
• Proficiency in business administration, research, marketing and policy development.
• Sound executive judgement, ability to work in a multi-level stakeholder environment, dealing diplomatically with a range of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Councillors, Senior Leadership and Industry Representatives).
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence, with strong analytical, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze technology sectors, industries, and companies and lead the development of options or recommendations for sector-specific policies and strategies that drive growth and investment in emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of relevant employment legislation including the Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• Ability to support Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces.
• Ability to obtain a valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license, and daily access to a reliable personal vehicle for use on City business and travel to various work locations.
• Ability to occasionally work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends.

Equity, Diversity and InclusionThe City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to .AccommodationThe City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. . Learn more about the City’s .

Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Fri, 06 Dec 2024 02:32:34 GMT