Executive Director

About the company:

Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Greenspring Bioinnovation Hub is a registered not-for-profit organization committed to advancing Nova Scotia’s bioeconomy. Our aim is to attract and nurture a dynamic cluster of bio-based processing and manufacturing facilities across sectors such as Forestry, Agriculture, Oceans, and Municipal Solid Waste. By fostering robust collaboration among industry stakeholders and leveraging the province’s rich renewable resources, Greenspring aims to create optimal, investment-ready conditions for bioeconomy firms and projects. This strategic approach is designed to enhance social, environmental, and economic prosperity for all Nova Scotians.

About the role:

Reporting to the Board of Directors, this exciting opportunity is a full-time position, offering an opportunity for you to highlight your talents amongst like-minded, seasoned leaders in the Bioeconomy sector.

You are self-driven and will excel in these key areas of responsibility:

Lead & Administer Greenspring Bioinnovation Hub

• Develop and implement Greenspring's strategic plan that aligns with the organization’s mission and goals.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the organization.
• Oversee day-to-day operations by building and leading teams of internal and external resources, ensuring effective program delivery.
• Manage the Hub’s budget, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Work with the board of directors to develop and implement fundraising strategies.
• Identify and secure new funding sources to support the Hub’s programs and initiatives.

Partnership Development

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including industry partners, academic institutions, government agencies, and investors.
• Develop and execute strategies for attracting, developing, and supporting high-quality startups and entrepreneurs.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of mentors, advisors, and industry experts to support the Hub’s startups.

Ecosystem Engagement

• Promote Greenspring Bio’s mission and programs to the broader community.
• Develop and deliver communications strategies that promote Nova Scotia’s bioeconomy ecosystem.
• Develop proposals and funding sources, identify and contract technical expertise to execute.
• Organize the design of and participate in events, workshops, and other activities that engage and educate the community.

About you:

Your education has been:

• A degree in science or business
• Accredited course in strategic planning (asset)
• Project management certified (asset)

Your experience spans: (most of the following)

• 10-15 years of related industry knowledge in the bio innovation sector (or related industry)
• Operating a business in the Bio sector
• Creating strategic plans
• Overseeing committees and supported programs
• Turning challenges into opportunities
• Demonstrating lifelong learning

Your knowledge spans:

• Public policy
• Government relations
• Bioinnovation ecosystems
• Clean tech start-up stages and strategies
• Development and financing of CleanTech projects
• Project and priority management
• Lean Six Principles
• Tracking and reporting
• Multi-party interests
• Organizational politics

You have proven you are a skilled leader, since you have:

• Worked autonomously and independently
• Communicated effectively with others
• Led others
• Persuaded others
• Advocated for action
• Managed boards effectively
• Managed relationships (up, across and down)
• Developed strong partnerships and alliances
• Presented opportunities that were innovative
• Instilled trust and demonstrated high ethical standards
• Taken calculated risks
• Achieved excellent results

About the opportunity:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive benefits
• Flexible work location arrangement (must reside in Nova Scotia) or be willing to relocate within one to two months.