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Agent(e) de Programme (Principal(e)), Assistance Technique - FinDev Canada

Agent(e) de Programme (Principal(e)), Assistance Technique - FinDev Canada

Export Development CanadaMontreal, Montreal (administrative region), Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$123,140.00 yearly
Job description

Description - (Senior) Program Officer, Technical Assistance - FinDev Canada (0004YK)

Posting Date : Primary Location :

Job Type :

Job Type : Permanent

Schedule : Schedule : Full-time

Are you ready to advance your career while impacting change in emerging markets?

We are looking for a Program Officer & a Senior Program Officer in our Technical Assistance Facility team.

Welcome to FinDev Canada , Canada’s development financial institution! We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing organization. At FinDev Canada, we are guided by our mandate and the opportunity to positively impact climate and nature action, gender equality and market development. We drive sustainable development by working with and through the private sector.

This is your opportunity to join a growing, dynamic team and leave your mark on our organization, on development finance, and on the world at large.

Location : FinDev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate, Ottawa or Toronto will be considered, with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model (home / office).

Team : Technical Assistance Facility

Reports to : Director, Technical Assistance

Employment Type : Permanent

Salary :

  • Program Officer (Grade 17) : $81,012 to $108,017 plus performance-based incentive
  • Senior Program Officer (Grade 18) : $92,355 to $123,140 plus performance-based incentive

Why you’ll love working here :

  • Impactful Work : At FinDev Canada, we are committed to promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Your work here will make a real difference, contributing to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on communities around the world.
  • Your Colleagues : Join a diverse and talented team that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do.
  • Collaborative Culture : Collaboration is at the heart of our success. At FinDev Canada, we believe that working together not only enhances our business but also strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. Our culture is built on mutual support and teamwork, ensuring that we collectively drive our mandate and strategy forward.
  • Perks and Benefits : Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond just a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.
  • Position & Team Overview :

    FinDev Canada’s Technical Assistance Facility (TA Facility) plays a key role in the delivery of the institution’s overarching mandate to provide relevant and innovative financial and non-financial solutions to the private sector in emerging and developing economies. Our development impact goals include gender equality, climate and nature action, and market development.

    What you’ll be doing :

  • Manage TA Projects : Originate and manage a portfolio of client- and market-level TA projects, through all stages of the project lifecycle, including brainstorming project ideas, defining scope and budget, preparing for TA Committee approvals, contracting, implementation, monitoring, and close-out.
  • Senior Program Officer (SPO) : The SPO is expected to originate and manage more complex projects that require advanced expertise in the respective sector or thematic area, and more sophisticated stakeholder engagement and risk management.

  • Collaborate for Impact : Work closely with clients, partners, deal teams, and colleagues to ensure TA projects achieve their intended impact. This includes designing projects collaboratively, recommending implementation approaches and potential service providers, managing shifts during the project, providing solutions for emerging challenges, and sharing lessons learned.
  • Operational Support : Contribute to the TA Facility’s operations, including internal procedures, project management dashboard, templates, reports, budget, and other administrative matters.
  • Governance & Reporting Activities : Participate in the TA Facility’s governance activities, including recurring meetings with the TA Committee. Prepare and contribute to reports for various audiences, including internal newsletters, updates to FinDev Canada’s Board of Directors / Senior Management, donors, etc.
  • Development of TA Offerings : Lead in the development of the TA Facility’s offerings for different sectors, impact areas, and market contexts, by applying learnings from existing projects, emerging best practices in the sector, and collaborating with relevant internal and external stakeholders. (Senior Program Officer only)
  • MEL Strategy : Lead on the redesign of the TA Facility’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) plan, including the existing Logic Model and Performance Management Framework, and identifying approaches for aggregating KPIs and lessons across projects for strategic learning and communications outputs. (Senior Program Officer only)
  • Strategic Leadership : Lead internal strategic discussions related to the TA Facility’s work. (Senior Program Officer only)
  • What we are looking for :

    Must haves :

  • Undergraduate degree in economics, international development / relations, business management / commerce, or related fields.
  • Senior Program Officer : Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a similar role, with at least 5 years in a development finance or international development context.
  • Program Officer : Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Advanced and applied experience in FinDev Canada’s development impact areas (Gender Equality, Climate and Nature Action, and Market Development), and sectors (Financial Services, Agribusiness, Sustainable Infrastructure), and / or regions (Sub Saharan Africa, Latin America & the Caribbean, Indo-Pacific).
  • Experience working and building partnerships with private sector companies, and peer investors and funders, specifically in emerging markets and developing economies.
  • Senior Program Officer : Demonstrated experience of managing a large portfolio of projects and initiatives simultaneously; ability to prioritize, and proactively lead projects across teams.
  • Experience with budget management, reporting, and database management.
  • Open, engaging, and persuasive communication style; strong writing, presentation and facilitation skills; ability to convey complex concepts simply.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Nice to haves :

  • Master’s degree in economics, international development / relations, business management / commerce, finance, or related fields.
  • Proficiency in French and / or Spanish.
  • Experience in MEL activities.
  • Senior Program Officer : Experience working with senior leadership, internal and external working groups, and relevant technical or professional groups.
  • Ready to take the next steps? Apply now! Please include your resume, cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

    Want to learn more about FinDev Canada? Check our website here FinDev Canada .

    FinDev Canada is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds and with a range of ability, and nurturing a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed and be their truest selves in an inclusive environment. We are committed to employment equity and actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

    How to apply :

    Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Application deadline : Jan 18, 2025, 4 : 59 : 00 AM. EDC is committed to employment equity and actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation. Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.

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