Temporary Innovation Practice Lead (Parental Leave Coverage)
Offer summary
Qualifications:
Minimum of 10 years of experience in social innovation programming., Advanced knowledge of social innovation theories, including systems thinking and human-centered design., Proven ability to manage and deliver client-facing projects successfully., Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders..Key responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of social innovation programs and initiatives.
- Oversee projects like the Climate & Equity Lab to ensure alignment with goals.
- Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Contribute to sector development through knowledge sharing and representing the organization.
Job description
This is a remote position.
Job Title: Temporary Innovation Practice Lead (Parental Leave Coverage)
Reporting to: Managing Director
Location: Remote, some travel required
Employment Type: Contract
Work hoursdays: fulltime 37.5hweek, MonFri working hours must include 10 to 3 pm EST when possible
Compensation: $81,000$108,000 CAD annually, commensurate with experience. Eligible for benefits after probation period.
Estimated Contract Start Date: October 20, 2025
Contract End Date: October 30, 2026, with possibility of extension
About SI Canada
Social Innovation Canada is a national organization working to address complex challenges and create transformational change.
At SI Canada, we believe the application of social innovation approaches is essential to tackling problems that no sector or solo entrepreneur can solve alone. Social innovation is made possible by the contribution of diverse teams and the inclusion of ideas and actions from those most impacted by the challenges we face.
About the Role
This role requires a blend of leadership, creativity, and expertise in social innovation practices. It requires deep knowledge and experience in the application of social innovation approaches, theories and concepts including systems thinking, humancentred design, systems mapping, prototyping, facilitation, and evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
Program development, design and delivery 80%
- Social innovation practice and program design apply knowledge of social innovation approaches to the design of impactful programs, projects and initiatives that address social andor environmental challenges.
- Project oversight Lead the Climate & Equity Lab and other initiatives as required; ensure the project activities are aligned with the program goals and objectives
- Project delivery responsible for the successful execution of program activities and completion of deliverables ontime and onbudget, with the support of the operations team and project staff.
- Governance and partnerships collaborate closely with partners on program implementation; ensure team members, partners, funders, and advisory members are informed and engaged
- Relationship and stakeholder management build and maintain trusting relationships with partners and project stakeholders such as community organizations.
- Facilitation facilitate workshops and convenings
- Knowledge mobilization collaborate with staff andor consultants to create consistent messaging and high quality sharable content for the project and beyond
- Evaluation and learning collaborate with partners andor consultants to embed program evaluation strategies in project activities, and distilling and sharing learnings for continuous improvement; engage experts in this space as required
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- Represent the organization in convenings and opportunities for learning along with other social innovation practitioners.
- Contribute to the development of the sector by sharing insights, resources, and connections with diverse audiences per the organisation’s content strategy
- Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies in social innovation
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- Act as subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership in strategic planning, business development, research, current program or business performance
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to organisational learning
- Contribute to the development of the operational plan
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- Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience in designing and delivering Social Innovation related programming
- Advanced knowledge of social innovation approaches, theories and concepts including systems thinking, humancentred design, mapping, prototyping, facilitation, and evaluation
- Proven track record in managing and delivering clientfacing programs and projects at a high level
- Demonstrated ability to steward strong relationships with diverse stakeholders including government agencies and ministries, community organizations, nonprofits and corporations
- Gifted communicator, presenter and writer with the ability to distill complex concepts into plain language for diverse audiences
- Ability to travel within Canada
- Experience in designing evaluation, monitoring and learning approaches is an asset
- Experience in designing and implementing knowledge mobilization strategies and techniques is an asset
- Competency in equitable and traumainformed approaches to facilitation and stakeholder engagement is an asset
- Advanced degrees or certifications in areas of expertise are an asset
- Fluency in French or other languages is an asset
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- Passion for social change and innovation.
- Ability to work remotely as part of a team in a fastpaced environment.
- High level of adaptability and flexibility.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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- Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Competitive time off policy, providing generous vacation, sick leave, and personal time to support worklife balance
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility
Please let us know of any specific requirements needed before your interviews – we will be happy to work with you on any accommodation requests.
Social Innovation Canada is committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all people, regardless of ability, age, body size, cultural background, education, ethnic origin, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, language, marital status, nationality, physical appearance, political affiliations, perspective, race, religion, sexual orientation, sexuality, status as a parent, socioeconomic status, or other such considerations and intersectionalities therein, feel valued, respected, and that they belong. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, attributes, and perspectives.
We recognize international experience and strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and communities to apply!
Want to apply but aren’t sure you have all of the relevant knowledge and experience? If you’re close, don’t hesitate, do it! Your unique skill set may be exactly what we need.
Employee Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Attributes
- Passion for social change and innovation.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience in designing and delivering Social Innovation related programming
Organisational learning and development 10%
- Act as subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership in strategic planning, business development, research, current program or business performance
Social Innovation Ecosystem support 10%
- Represent the organization in convenings and opportunities for learning along with other social innovation practitioners.