Now Hiring: Program Owner - Startups

Join our team! We are looking for a full-time permanent Program Owner - Startups.

The Program Owner-Startups drives program and product excellence for early-stage startups, and is an active participant in program and product delivery, fosters the development of multi-disciplinary teams, and facilitates client relationships and industry partnerships.

The Program Owner will utilize their exceptional business and project management skills to build great relationships across teams within the organization to develop and execute programs and products our clients will love. Taking a Matrix Management approach, the Program Owner acts as the program manager for their team and works collaboratively with the leaders of functional areas to ensure success.

Also, the Program Owner prioritizes relationships with Amii’s clients. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business and technical expertise while focusing on your skills in planning and executing client engagements. Your strong communication skills will benefit the team and stakeholders in being informed and up to date on projects’ progress and performance. Capitalizing on the knowledge and expertise of cross-functional teams at Amii, you will empower our clients with knowledge and skills to advance their business in the spectrum of AI adoption.

The role focuses on achieving excellence in three primary accountabilities:

• Program and Product Development: Identify, validate and develop all products and services in the startup program stream, in collaboration with program team members.
• Client Success: Keep client-centric problem/solution fit at the centre of program development and delivery
• Industry Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of the challenges facing clients in the startup program stream, and share that expertise with the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product, operations, or project management
• A University degree in a relevant program is an asset. Fields of study can be broad and include Business, Communications, Economics, Management, or Engineering.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience is an asset
• 3+years of budgeting processes and data management experience is an asset
• Experience working with early-stage technology startups or in innovation community development is an asset
• Experience in investor relations or working in a startup incubator or accelerator is an asset
• Functional knowledge of Machine Learning concepts and tools
• Experience managing client projects and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to communicate highly technical subject matter to a variety of audiences, including those that are non-technical
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; experience speaking at industry and academic conferences preferred
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn new things, techniques and technologies
• Proven ability to develop relationships with partner organizations, potential partners such as companies, sponsors and community members
• Ability to identify the needs of stakeholders and create/drive new solutions

Attributes & Expectations

• Displays an ability to focus on the big picture without losing sight of the details
• Demonstrates presence, self-confidence, sound judgment, and superior problem-solving ability
• Strong interpersonal communication skills for effective interactions with internal departments and external stakeholders. Operates with the highest standards of integrity and trust
• A motivated leader who demonstrates individual drive and an uncompromising desire to achieve exceptional results
• Promotes high-level cross-functional collaboration and establishes credibility while influencing peers to achieve common goals
• Successfully manages multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates professional maturity, resourcefulness and self-discipline in engaging in the pursuit of the organization’s goals.
• Critical and independent thought
• Collegiality and willingness to listen to feedback and support teammates
• Intellectual curiosity and the desire to learn new things, techniques, and technologies
• Able to work independently and make informed decisions while collaborating with staff and subject matter experts when appropriate
• Able to identify gaps in knowledge and triage their learning appropriately
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt, including working with disparate data, skill levels, and client needs

What you’ll love about us

• A professional yet casual work environment that encourages the growth and development of your skills.
• A chance to learn from amazing teammates who support one another to succeed.
• Competitive compensation including paid time off and flexible health benefits.
• A modern office located in downtown Edmonton, Alberta.

How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, then please don’t wait to apply, as we have lots of awesome projects that we're starting soon! To apply, please send your resume and cover letter indicating why you think you'd be a fit for Amii through the listing on Indeed by January 8, 2021.

Amii is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and excellent workforce.

About Amii

The Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) inspires world-changing machine intelligence for good and for all.

One of Canada’s three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, our world-renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the world’s top scientific talent. Our team of Machine Learning Scientists, Educators and Project Managers work collaboratively with Alberta-based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advancement into industry adoption and economic impact.