The Ministry of Trade and Export Development advances economic growth to generate opportunity in Saskatchewan and facilitates a coordinated cross-government approach to attract investment and grow export markets. The Ministry fosters and supports a competitive business environment, facilitates export development, and strengthens Saskatchewan's international relations.
The Opportunity
The Strategic Policy and Competitiveness Division is seeking an exceptional leader for the role of Director of Regulatory Modernization. This position in the Corporate Services Branch will be responsible for Regulatory Modernization, Financial Programs & Planning and Performance.
The Job
Reporting to the Executive Director of Corporate Services, the Director of Regulatory Modernization will:
- Lead the Government of Saskatchewan’s efforts in reducing red tape, including providing support to the Red Tape Reduction Committee;
- Develop, implement and evaluate government’s next phase of regulatory modernization strategy;
- Proactively engage stakeholders on priorities;
- Work with other jurisdictions and organizations to achieve results in the interests of Saskatchewan business;
- Monitor the approach of other jurisdictions to improve the competitiveness of the regulatory environment and provide advice to senior officials, Ministers and Cabinet on strategies Saskatchewan can take to be the best place to do business from a regulatory perspective;
- Development and administration of financial programs, in support of the provincial Growth Plan and the Investment Attraction goals.
- Lead the Ministry’s strategic and business planning, risk management, performance measurement, performance monitoring and reporting, improvement, innovation, and evaluation.
Our Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
- A track record for achieving results in a complex, multiple stakeholder environment.
- Leadership that promotes inclusion, engagement and fosters an innovative, collaborative environment;
- Well established consensus-building skills, strong leadership and team-building skills, with an ability to mentor and develop employees with a high degree of accountability.
- Expertise in building and maintaining credible relationships across a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders;
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and confidently with senior officials of all levels of the organization and external stakeholders;
- Proven experience driving strategic initiatives; recognized as accountable, innovative, a change agent and influencer;
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of business planning, accountability processes and risk management;
- Political acumen and skills demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on sensitive issues; and,
Typically, the knowledge and skills required in this position would be obtained through the completion of a university degree in Business Administration/Commerce, Economics and/or a related discipline, and several years of experience in a management role.
What we Offer:
- Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals.
- A competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension.
- Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO) and other types of leave.
- Inclusive work environments.
- Advancement opportunities.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the Saskatchewan Public Service core values of respect and integrity; serving citizens, practicing excellence and innovation; and acting as One Team, including participating in, and contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
