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About the position
Duties
We are looking for individuals who are action oriented, innovative thinkers that thrive in both independent and team settings. You will engage with stakeholders to develop economic solutions, support Indigenous-led economic development, manage a portfolio of projects, ensure compliance with legal agreements, and use data-informed decision-making tools like PowerBI.
Work environment
PrairiesCan is one of the top-rated federal departments to work for—and with good reason. We offer more than just a job: we provide meaningful work that directly contributes to building a strong and diverse Prairie economy. You’ll work alongside talented professionals on high-impact projects that support businesses, foster innovation, and drive regional growth. We value results, collaboration, and fresh thinking—and we back that up with modern tools, a supportive workplace culture, and opportunities for career development.
Intent of the process
This is an anticipatory process to staff specified term appointments. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions at the same group and level. This process may also be used for various other tenures (including but not limited to indeterminate appointments, internal assignments, secondments, deployments, acting appointments, casual), as well as various security requirements, and conditions of employment.
Operational Requirements
• Willing and able to travel occasionally.
• Willing and able to work overtime as required.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education:
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position.
At the manager’s discretion, an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience, that is comparable to a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization relevant to the work to be performed, may serve as an alternative to meet the minimum education standard. Whenever the minimum education standard is met through this alternative, it is met only for the position being staffed, and candidates must be re-assessed for future appointments or deployments where the manager has decided to use this alternative.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience:
• Experience working in or closely with one or more of Manitoba’s priority economic sectors to advance the interests of businesses and promote growth.
• Experience gathering and analyzing data and diverse opinions on business or economic issues to develop strategic recommendations for senior management.
• Experience developing and maintaining working relationships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. industry, government departments, post-secondary institutions) to advance economic development initiatives or projects that build business capacity.
Experience (in addition to the above) for the Senior Business Officers (CO-02):
• Experience working with businesses to better understand their financial and operational needs, including reviewing financial statements and assessing funding proposals (including business plans).
• Providing leadership and advice on *complex economic issues and initiatives to strengthen Manitoba's economy.
*Complex issues are defined as issues that are: ambiguous; poorly defined; confidential; affecting partners/stakeholders; precedent setting and/or having an impact on the public service/private sector.
Knowledge
• Knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing priority economic sectors in Manitoba and the organizations working to support businesses in these sectors.
Competencies
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Working effectively with others
• Thinking things through (judgement, strategic thinking and analysis)
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Effective oral and written communication
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
Various language requirements - English Essential or Bilingual Imperative - BBB/BBB
Learn more about language requirements.
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
Education:
• Formal professional and/or academic designations related to the duties of the position.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience:
• Experience in helping connect Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with large defence contractors and attracting defence/security and aerospace funding from Canadian and international government and industry sources.
• Experience with military procurement processes including timelines, risk tolerances, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in program delivery or grants and contributions management.
• Experience in assessing new and emerging advanced manufacturing and/or technology adoption initiatives.
• Depth, breadth and scope of experience in any one or combination of the experience criteria.
Our commitment
Are you passionate about shaping the future of the Prairie economy? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation, collaboration, and impact matter? Are you a creative thinker looking to work with innovative companies to develop high-impact projects for Manitoba? If so, PrairiesCan is looking for people like you! The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
At PrairiesCan, we embrace innovation—not just in how we support the economy, but in how we work. Our hybrid model offers a balance of in-office collaboration (four days per week) and remote flexibility (up to one day per week). Our Winnipeg office features ergonomic sit/stand workstations, regulated air quality, and a mix of natural and fluorescent lighting. We’re committed to inclusivity and removing barriers at every stage of the hiring and working experience. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the process, please contact Jamie Warywoda by email at . The information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
Learn more about preference to veterans.
How to apply
Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.
Information you must provide
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Additional links
PrairiesCan Success Stories!
The "Cracking the Code" video helps people who are looking for a new career with the Government of Canada to navigate the application process step by step:
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