Gestionnaire des programmes gouvernementaux / Government Programs Manager

Who We Are

At Nature's Touch, you’re not just building a career; you’re joining a trailblazing team that believes in the power of collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning.

Since 2004, we’ve been on a fast‑growing journey from a small startup to a global leader in private label frozen food manufacturing. From our roots in Quebec, we’ve expanded with modern facilities across North America and a footprint in Australia, Taiwan, and Japan, proudly supplying millions of households worldwide. What drives us is simple: a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability.

We’re shaping the future of frozen fruit—and we’d love for you to be part of that growth. At Nature's Touch, growth opportunities are everywhere!

The Opportunity

The Government Programs Manager is responsible for identifying, securing, and managing government funding opportunities for Nature's Touch at the Canadian federal, Quebec provincial, and U.S. federal and state levels. This role oversees the entire lifecycle of funding initiatives, from researching relevant programs and preparing applications to coordinating with internal teams and ensuring post‑award compliance, reporting, and audit readiness.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Government Programs Manager works cross‑functionally with Finance, Operations, and Executive teams to align funding strategies with business priorities and maximize the financial benefits of grants, tax credits, and incentive programs.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct proactive research to identify government grants, subsidies, tax credits, and incentive programs at the Canadian federal, Quebec provincial, and U.S. federal and state levels that support the company’s strategic objectives.
• Prepare and submit high‑quality grant proposals, funding applications, and supporting documents on time.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams and project owners to develop strong funding proposals and ensure projects align with organizational goals and capabilities.
• Manage awarded grants or incentives through their full lifecycle, monitoring project progress and expenditures to ensure all conditions and milestones are met.
• Prepare and submit all required post‑award documentation, including interim and final reports, financial statements, and outcome analyses, while maintaining accurate records.
• Maintain documentation for funded projects and coordinate audits to ensure full compliance with funding requirements.
• Manage incentives and tax credits, including SR&ED, by identifying opportunities, coordinating with technical teams, preparing documentation, and ensuring CRA compliance.
• Collaborate with Executive and Finance leadership to develop a government funding strategy supporting key initiatives such as expansion, innovation, sustainability, and market growth.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering/Product Development, and Sustainability teams to identify upcoming projects and investments that may qualify for funding.

What You Bring

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in grant administration, government funding programs, or related project management, with a proven record of securing funding and managing projects to completion.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required. A master's degree in taxation is considered a strong asset.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian federal and Quebec provincial funding mechanisms, including grants, contribution agreements, loans, and tax credit programs.
• Experience with SR&ED tax credits, export development grants, and capital investment incentives. Proven expertise in tax incentive programs—particularly within Big Four environments, is a significant asset.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple funding projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Keen attention to detail with the ability to interpret and ensure compliance with government program guidelines, legal requirements, and reporting obligations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive proposals and reports and explain complex funding requirements to internal teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working across departments. Able to influence and coordinate cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in French is strongly preferred.
• Experience in the agri‑food, or manufacturing sectors is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in securing government funding or incentives such as SR&ED, IRAP, CanExport, Investissement Québec grants, or sustainability grants is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Full‑time, permanent position Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with 3 days per week in the office.
• Minimal travel within Canada and the United States may be required.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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