Assistant Deputy Minister, Alternative Capital Financing Partnerships Office

Assistant Deputy Minister, Alternative Capital Financing Partnerships Office

 

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information

Job Title: Assistant Deputy Minister, Alternative Capital Financing Partnerships Office 

Job Requisition ID: 22565

Ministry: Infrastructure

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: February 4, 2022 or until suitable candidate is selected

Classification: Executive Manager 2
 

About Us

Alberta Infrastructure provides public infrastructure that contributes to the province’s economy and Albertans’ quality of life. The ministry is accountable for the long-term planning of provincial public infrastructure to support key social programs and services and economic development. It designs, builds, manages and maintains government-owned and operated facilities and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and health infrastructure meets the needs of all Albertans now and in the future. It is also responsible for alternative ways to finance and deliver infrastructure projects including public-private partnerships. 

For further information, visit the ministry website: https://www.alberta.ca/infrastructure.aspx.
 

Role

Reporting to the Deputy Minister, you will lead the centralized work of public-private partnerships (P3s) related to infrastructure projects, engage in strategic partnership opportunities, and explore alternative financing options for public infrastructure.  You will be responsible for assessing value for money and risk allocations for partnerships to support timely and efficient delivery of infrastructure. Work will include coordinating effective P3 procurement process in collaboration with delivery partners and multidisciplinary teams. A key part of this role will be to proactively and collaboratively work as the main liaison with the federal government Canada Infrastructure Bank, the private sector and large institutional investors to secure capital for infrastructure development. Unsolicited proposals and alternative infrastructure partnering opportunities are also a priority to attract investment to province. As an integral member of the ministry executive team, you will share accountability for achieving business plan goals and government priorities.  
 

Qualifications

Success in this role calls for a progressive leader with a background that includes significant related executive leadership experience and ideally working knowledge of infrastructure funding models, partnerships with funding entities as well as extensive project management.  You have a sound understanding of policy development, government approval processes and a track record for building successful alternative financing and partnerships.  You are recognized for your advanced negotiation and effective communication skills.  A respected leader of people, you are committed to building strong lines of communication and trust, empowering your teams to achieve results through performance excellence.  A related degree is preferred.  
 

Salary

$5,873.18 - $7,707.88 bi-weekly ($153,289 - $201,175 yearly)

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.  

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx 
• Pension plans: 
  • Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development

Please see the attached Search Profile for a detailed list of the job responsibilities: Search Profile
 

How To Apply

Click on the “Apply Now” button.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/navigating-online-jobs-application.aspx to learn more about creating a candidate profile and other tips for the Government of Alberta’s online application system. 

If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system, click here to access the main log in page where you are able to ‘Create an account’, reset your password (‘Forgot your password’) or ‘Sign In’ should you already have an account. 

Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant. 

Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-jobs.aspx

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.  

Resources for applicants:
https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx 
https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx
https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/

It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) https://www.alberta.ca/iqas-overview.aspx. Applicants are encouraged to include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
 

Closing Statement

The Government of Alberta is implementing a proof of COVID 19 vaccination policy for all Alberta Public Service employees, to improve the health and safety of Alberta Public Service employees and Albertans we serve.

Any candidates in the process for applying for employment with the Government of Alberta, must be able to comply with one of the following:

• Proof of COVID 19 vaccination; 
• If you are a successful candidate and have not provided proof of COVID 19 vaccination, you may select to produce a negative PCR (molecular polymerase chain reaction) or rapid test result, date-stamped within 72 hours of every scheduled work day/shift, on an ongoing basis starting on December 14, 2021. These tests will be paid for by the employee;
• Candidates and employees who are unable to get vaccinated based on a protected ground under the Alberta Human Rights Act may request approval for an exemption and accommodation.

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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.