Director, Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology

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Portfolio:
Innovation, Science and Industry
Position title:
Director
Type:
Part-time
Per diem:
$550.00
Annual retainer:
$5,000.00
Application Review Date:
March 17, 2022
Opportunity number:
J0621-0893

**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.

Diversity and Official Languages

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.

To be considered, please ensure that the information provided in your curriculum vitae and cover letter clearly demonstrate how you meet the following requirements. Please note that applicants must demonstrate experience in all of the selection criteria described below. However, the depth of experience can vary for each criterion and applicants are not required to have in-depth experience in all of the selection criteria.

Education and Experience


  • A degree from a recognized university in a relevant field of study, or an acceptable combination of equivalent education, job-related training or experience;

  • Experience serving as a member of a board of directors for a public or private sector organization or as a senior executive answerable to stakeholders in the public or private sector;

  • Experience in implementing modern corporate governance principles and best practices in a culture of accountability and transparency;

  • Experience in managing human and financial resources, including risk management;

  • Experience in one or more aspects of the commercialization of new technology (development and demonstration, intellectual property management, business founder, venture capital, marketing and sales);

  • Experience with formulating or implementing public policy, especially building collaboration among institutions and programs from different levels of government.

If you move on to the next stage of the selection process, the following criteria will be assessed. Please note that the depth of knowledge, skills and abilities can vary across criteria and applicants are not required to have in-depth knowledge, skills and abilities for each criteria.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


  • Knowledge of science and technologies relevant to climate change or the quality of air, water and soil;

  • Knowledge of legal, regulatory or financial aspects of establishing new businesses in Canada;

  • Knowledge of the Government of Canada's priorities related to innovation and climate change;

  • Ability to contribute effectively to strategic and corporate planning;

  • Ability to anticipate emerging issues and lead organizational change;

  • Ability to develop effective working relationships with other Board members and stakeholders;

  • Ability to read and understand a set of financial statements and demonstrate financial acumen; and

  • Superior communication skills, both written and oral in either official language.

Language Requirements

Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.

If you move on to the next stage of the selection process, we will contact your references to confirm that you meet the above selection criteria and that you possess the following Personal Attributes:


  • Sound judgment

  • High ethical standards and integrity

  • Superior interpersonal skills

  • Tact and diplomacy

  • Strategic thinker

Eligibility Factors and Conditions of Employment


  • Appointees must comply with the Ethical and Political Activity Guidelines for Public Office Holders throughout their appointment as a term and condition of employment. The guidelines are available on the Governor in Council Appointments website, under Forms and reference material.

  • All appointees will be subject to the Conflict of Interest Act. Public office holders appointed on a full-time basis must also submit to the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, within 60 days of appointment, a confidential report in which they disclose all of their assets, liabilities and outside activities. For more information, please visit theOffice of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner's website.

  • Appointees must uphold the highest standards of probity and are expected to demonstrate behaviours in the workplace that afford respect, equality and dignity, to everyone they interact with at work at all times. The Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector outlines the values and expected behaviours for public servants, including valuing diversity and creating workplaces free from harassment and discrimination. Governor in Council appointees are expected to uphold and respect these values and principles in a positive and active manner.


    • If you are appointed to one of these positions, you must be willing to travel across Canada, as required when travel opportunities resume.

    • You must be available for approximately 12 days per year for Board-related activities and travel, when travel opportunities resume.

    • You must be willing to participate in Board and committee meetings in-person and via video or teleconference as required.

    • Expenses such as airfare, hotel accommodations, and meals incurred due to the Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology business will be reimbursed as per the Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology Directive.

    • A person is not eligible to be appointed as a director if the person:


      • is a member of the Senate, the House of Commons or the legislature of a province;

      • is an employee or agent of Her Majesty in right of Canada or in right of a province;

      • does not ordinarily reside in Canada; or

      • is disqualified under subsection 105(1) of the Canada Business Corporation Act. (statutory)


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.

How to Apply

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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