International Initiatives Officer

Job Responsibility:

Job Information Job Requisition ID: 58500 Ministry: Agriculture and Irrigation 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 4, 2024 Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment (023PSAMA) Salary: $2,626.89 - $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 to $90,011/year)

The Trade, Investment and Food Safety Division expands and diversifies Alberta's food and bio-product manufacturing sector in local and global markets while also providing effective food safety assurance systems. The Export and Investment Branch focuses on attracting investment to Alberta's agri-processing sectors and expanding export opportunities for Alberta's businesses. The Branch also designs and delivers Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership funding programs related to growth and value-added development and provides performance measurement and program evaluation services for the Division.

The Export Development and Industry Grants Section is responsible for export development, including oversight of in-market agriculture activities through Alberta International Offices, delivery of grant programs under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to support Alberta's value-added sector, and delivery of the Agri-processing Investment Tax Credit.

Role Responsibilities

Alberta's government sees agriculture as a key economic driver for growth in Alberta. To successfully grow the agriculture industry in Alberta, Alberta's government offers a range of services and programs to support the growth of Alberta's agricultural exports, with the goal of promoting Alberta as a reliable source of high-quality agriculture and food products. Reporting to the Export Development Manager, the International Initiatives Officer will play a critical role in supporting Alberta companies enter international markets by assessing companies' capacity, conducting targeted industry outreach, developing marketing materials to promote Alberta's agri-food products internationally, and implement export preparedness initiatives. As part of the dynamic and exciting Export Development team, the International Initiatives Officer will:

• Provide strategic supports to company clients intended to enhance Alberta's agriculture and agri-food industry's export capability and knowledge
• Support efforts to promote Alberta's agricultural capabilities and grow brand awareness internationally
• Grow a strong network of clients, partners and stakeholders to maintain broad awareness of industry needs, program offerings from partners, and identify opportunities to collaborate
• Create marketing and communications tools for use within the Branch and in the Alberta International Offices

The International Initiatives Officer is a critical role within the Export Development Unit and works closely with Senior Trade Development Officers, agriculture-dedicated staff in the network of Alberta International Officers, partner organizations, and Alberta agri-food companies. The role drives the team's communication of market information, gathers essential market intelligence, and directly supports companies working to become export ready. Please

Qualifications

• University Degree in a field related preferably in international business, marketing, finance, business development, political science or other related degree.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related work experience is required.

Equivalencies maybe considered - directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Preference will be given to those with knowledge and experience related to international trade, marketing, and Alberta's agricultural capabilities. Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. This link will assist you with understanding competencies: The successful candidate will demonstrate the following APS Competencies:

• Agility: Anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a changing environment
• Drive for Results: Anticipate important outcomes while maximizing resources to achieve results aligned with the organization's goals and mission while remaining accountable to the Government of Alberta and external stakeholders.
• Develop Networks: Ability to proactively build networks, connect, and develop trust in relationships with different government and non-government stakeholders
• Systems Thinking: Understand how decisions impact other areas within the organization
• Creative Problem Solving: Develop solutions to solve complex problems while balancing the development, conservation, and use of resources

Notes

Position Information:

• Office located in Edmonton at the J.G. O'Donoghue Building
  • This position reports to the Edmonton unit, but operation out of Agriculture and Irrigation's other office locations in the province may be considered as capacity allows.
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (full time)
• Evening and weekend work is sometimes required
• Travel: valid driver's license is required for travel (Canada)

Other Application Information:

• A cover letter is required.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities after interviews.

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. What the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service -
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
• Professional learning and development -
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool -
• 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

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 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 Christina Tataryn at View email address on ca.edajobs.com.