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Established in 2012, the International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII), is a non-profit organization jointly funded by industry and government, committed to developing and implementing innovative education, training, research, and development partnerships to support a world-class minerals industry.
IMII is entrusted to drive transformative changes, inspire actionable solutions, and build a sustainable and globally respected minerals sector in the province. As a member-based organization governed by industry, post-secondary education, and government, they unite to accelerate technological innovation, develop a representative workforce, and promote thought leadership. Together, they drive progress and shape the future of the minerals sector. IMII’s current Executive Director will be retiring at the end of June, allowing for ample time for a smooth transition to a new…
Executive Director
The Executive Director will hold a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and providing guidance to the innovation portfolio, building a growth and innovation ecosystem that harmonizes exploration and exploitation and fuels impact. This will require the eloquence to open doors and the sophistication to drive consensus.
IMII will be best served by an Executive Director who is confident, trusted and has a deep intellectual curiosity…this will be the contagion that drives team innovation and collaboration. They recognize where IMII fits in the larger ecosystem. Their excellent record will lend credence to their ability to envision, develop and execute the long-term strategic direction of IMII. They are an outstanding communicator, listening before speaking calmly and confidently, and drawing others to engage.
Qualities include the Executive Director’s ability to hear not only the loudest voices but those coming from the back corners of the room. They are committed to amplifying Indigenous Peoples’ representation in the mining and minerals industry. The new Executive Director has a knack for taking nebulous “what if’s” from concept to fruition. They are always looking to build the next relationship, the next leader, the next program, the next advancement.
In addition to bringing a robust network, business, and political savvy, “out of the box” thinking, and strong ethics, the likely preparation for the role includes:
Postgraduate/undergraduate degree in minerals, research, business or financial, or equivalent experience.
A history of: contributing to the minerals industry’s innovation ecosystem (i.e. governments, educational institutions, research institutions, solutions providers, Indigenous organization) to advance applied research, technology demonstration and workforce development projects
developing and implementing strategies, programs and plans that produce results, and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement
collaborating with diverse partners to deliver on a common goal
working with a Board of Directors and understanding of non-profit governance principles and managerial best practices
Knowledge of innovation principles and best practices, and a willingness to remain current on trends and to bring such practices to bear.
Applications will be reviewed as received, so interested parties are encouraged to apply early.
To discuss the position in confidence, please call or email. Resumes can be directed to: search@leadershipsource.ca ; phone enquiries: 306.543.1666.