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Canada Foundation for Innovation
Job LocationOttawa, ON
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Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) makes financial contributions to Canada’s universities, colleges,research hospitals and non-profit research organizations to increase their capability to carry out high-quality research.The CFI invests in infrastructure that researchers need to think big, innovate and push the boundaries of knowledge.It helps institutions to attract and retain the world’s top talent, to train the next generation of researchers and tosupport world-class research that strengthens the economy and improves the quality of life for all Canadians.Position summaryAs a member of the programs team, the Programs Officer reports to Senior Programs Officersand assists in the design, development and implementation of the CFI’s funding programs andpolicies and supports the delivery of the merit-review process.Key activities:

  • Responds to information requests from CFI-eligible institutions (universities, colleges,
research institutes and hospitals) and funding partners, including explaining the CFImandate, programs and policies.
  • Participates in competition design and continuous improvement to the proposal review
process.
  • Plans, organizes and supports the delivery of the proposal review process, including
recruiting external reviewers.
  • Contributes to developing competition documents, including guidelines, communications
and review materials.
  • Conducts administrative review of proposals.
  • Summarizes expert committee discussion and assists in writing related reports.
  • Follows the progress of CFI projects by negotiating timelines and reviewing budgets and
amendment requests and formulating recommendations to the Senior ProgramsOfficers.
  • Reviews, analyzes and recommends actions relating to institutional queries throughout
the complete lifecycle of CFI projects.
  • Keeps track of and documents interactions with institutions using the corporate case
management system.
  • Participates in other special projects, as required.
Abilities:
  • Ability to work independently and as an integral member of a dynamic team
  • Ability to work under pressure with a high volume of work for limited time periods
  • Ability to adapt to, and manage, changing priorities and workloads, and willing to take on
more responsibilities as needed
  • Ability to read and understand technical and scientific proposals as well as an
understanding of the infrastructure used in performing scientific research
  • Ability to work with databases, electronic communications, spreadsheets and text
processing software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointSkills and knowledge:
  • Good understanding of the Canada’s research community and scientific research
process
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including good judgment, discretion and professionalism
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
Requirements:
  • Excellent communications skills and oral and written proficiency in both official
languages are mandatory for this role
  • University degree preferred; relevant experience may also be considered.
  • Previous relevant experience in grants administration is an asset
Salary:Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Please send your CV and a covering letter. The cover letter should explain how your experienceand skills address the key functions of the position and outline any asset qualifications. Sendyour cover letter and CV by close of business September 5, 2022 to:Eric DesjardinsManager, Human ResourcesCanada Foundation for Innovation55 Metcalfe Street, Suite 1100Ottawa ON K1P 6L5hr@innovation.caThe results of this competition may be used to staff similar temporary or permanent positions for a period oftwelve months following the completion of the staffing process.We would like to thank all candidates who apply. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.The Canada Foundation for Innovation supports official languages principles and respects Ontario’s AccessibleCustomer Service Policy. We attempt to accommodate individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human RightsCode and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please let us know in advance if you require anaccommodation to participate in the hiring process.The CFI is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. In all our activities, we recognize that abreadth of perspectives, skills and experiences contributes to excellence in research.Quick Apply
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