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Director, Alternative Finance and Investment
Job Title: Director, Alternative Finance and Investment
Job Requisition ID: 59609
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: July 18, 2024
Classification: Senior Manager, Zone 2
Salary: $4,274.26 to $5,427.68 biweekly ($111,588 - $141,662/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx
Alberta Infrastructure designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that schools, hospitals, and government facilities infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. The Ministry also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.
For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca
This position is responsible for leading the Government of Alberta's (GoA's) coordination and engagement on alternative financing projects and investments, including leading engagements with the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and working with partner ministries to maximize opportunities for alternative financing. The Director is also responsible for leading the management of Unsolicited Proposals (USP) Framework, working closely with the with internal and external stakeholders to complete analyses required to assess deal viability and value.
The primary responsibilities of the Director, Alternative Finance and Investment include, but are not limited to:
Strategic Coordination and Management
- Leads in the development and implementation of the GoA’s USP Framework, and assists in driving Infrastructure’s strategies in line with the Infrastructure Business Plan.
- Leads due diligence, preparation, evaluation and decision packages related alternative financing investments/projects.
- Participates and contributes to strategic discussions with national and international stakeholders on matters relating to alternative finance investments.
Strategic Operations Support
- Contributes to providing practical solutions and advice to senior staff and elected officials on alternative financing opportunities, including unsolicited proposals and CIB financing across a variety of infrastructure asset classes.
- Provides input in developing and maintaining policies, strategies, operational plans, and directional papers.
- Engages in alternative finance market research, identifies constraints and provides innovative solutions for fostering policies/operations and regulatory frameworks.
- Performs quality assurance, including reporting to Executive Director, Alternative Capital Financing on work plan progress and advising on potential issues of concern.
Knowledge Management and Knowledge Sharing
- Defines and develops best practice and knowledge, by bringing in global/regional best practices to the GoA and promoting the GoA’s best practice externally.
- Supports building corporate knowledge, including reporting, briefing papers, speeches, and supports to government initiatives.
- Contributes to Infrastructure’s knowledge management activities.
Role Responsibilities Cont'd
External Relations and Coordination
- Establishes and maintains effective relationships with governments, partners, additional stakeholders, and private sector entities within the area of responsibility.
Internal Relations and Coordination
- Coordinates with internal stakeholders and supports partner ministries to achieve relevant targets and develop associated strategies and processes.
- Contributes to effective coordination and cooperation within Infrastructure which includes informing team members, Executive Director and the Assistant Deputy Minister of day-to-day development, emerging opportunities and challenges, and provide recommendations accordingly in a timely manner.
- Communicates effectively and fosters an environment conducive to achieving high staff morale and motivation.
Staff Supervision
- Takes the role of team leader and supervises the work of team members. Demonstrates leadership and motivates reporting staff to perform at their full capacity.
- Supervises the performance of reporting staff, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance.
- Ensures the on-going learning and development of reporting staff.
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Qualifications
Education and Experience
- University graduation in Business, Finance, Law, Engineering or Architecture.
- A minimum of 6 years progressively responsible management experience.
- 5+ years of experience working on capital projects or alternative finance projects/transactions.
- Working knowledge of alternative finance mechanisms, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), and Unsolicited Proposals (USP).
- Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.
Assets:
- MBA, CFA, and CAIA are considered strong assets
- Experience or certification in finance, project management, commercial law, procurement, project planning, construction or engineering.
- Demonstrated business development experience.
- Experience working in a leadership role and supervising staff.
- Experience in policy framework development.
- Experience in financial analysis and strong analytical ability
Notes
Hours of work: 7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours a week
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
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Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
- Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
- Leadership and mentorship programs
- Agility - Develop and implement operations plans in alignment with department plans and ministry priorities.
- Drive for Results - Lead unit planning and operations; provide direction and coaching to support operations and professional development; foster collaboration, knowledge exchange; work with staff to resolve complex issues and support adaptation through transformation and change
- Develop Self and Others - Works collaboratively with leaders across the division and department to advance the goals and priorities of the division.
- Build Collaborative Environments - Seeks and builds networks for effective collaboration and utilization of resources across the department and with other departments and stakeholders; promotes collaboration and positive relationships within and across groups.
- Develop Networks - Seeks and leverages internal and external relationships to ensure their perspectives and needs are reflected in projects; communicates regularly with stakeholders, setting up opportunities for information sharing.
- Systems Thinking - Integrates in-depth knowledge of underlying issues, the political environment, benefits and risks when evaluating possible project opportunities; collaborates with others to identify and address interdependent activities across the division, department, and with other departments and stakeholders; considers multiple aspects of each potential project to put forward the best value and most viable projects.
- Creative Problem Solving - Works across the branch and department to access and consolidate resources, information and technology related to unit business; proactively engages stakeholders to resolve issues to mitigate their escalation; brings the right people together to solve problems
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html ).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html ).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jenny Luong at [email protected] .