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**If you applied between July 8, 2021, and August 16, 2021, you do not need to re-apply to be considered for this position.Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology (SDTC) is a not-for-profit foundation that was established in 2001 to identify and support Canadian companies with the potential to become world leaders in developing new environmental technologies. SDTC’s goal is to support companies from start-up through to success and it has invested over $1.28 billion, as of March 2020. Supported companies are creating tens of thousands of jobs and reducing millions of greenhouse gas emissions annually in Canada and around the world.SDTC is governed by a 15-member Board of Directors. Seven of these members are appointed by the Government of Canada and the remaining eight by the Members of SDTC. The Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic vision of the foundation through four key sub committees: the Audit Committee, Governance and Nominating Committee, Human Resources Committee, and the Project Review Committee. Collectively, the Board of Directors brings experience and expertise from multiple sectors, and represents diversity in gender, language, ethnicity and culture. The Board at SDTC is an opportunity for qualified Canadians to ensure that Canada’s efforts to advance clean technology solutions, deliver real economic and environmental benefits for Canadians.Please note that applicants are not required to have in-depth experience in all of the selection criteria mentioned below. Therefore, we encourage those who may not have in-depth experience in all areas to apply, including members of one or more of the following communities: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of a visible minority group.
We are committed to providing a healthy and accessible workplace that supports one’s dignity, self-esteem and the ability to achieve one’s full potential. With this in mind, all appointees will be expected to take steps to promote and maintain a healthy, respectful, inclusive and harassment-free work environment.We are committed to attaining leadership that is representative of Canada’s diverse populations. Preference may be given to applicants who are members of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of a visible minority group.The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency and diversity in assessing applicants. You are therefore encouraged to include in your online profile your ability to speak and understand your second official language.
Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.
A link to this notice will be placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment.A list of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar opportunities.
Review of applications (more information here) will begin on March 17, 2022. Candidates should apply online via the Governor in Council Appointments website. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by this date. After this date, your application will be retained and may be considered up until an appointment to the position is made. Your cover letter should be addressed to the Deputy Director of Selection Processes, Senior Personnel Secretariat, Privy Council Office, and should be sent only through the online application.Instructions on how to apply for an appointment opportunity can be found on the Governor in Council Appointments website.
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