Saskatoon, SK
Full-Time
Management

Executive Director

Eager to flex your strengths as a leader? Co.Labs, SK's leading tech incubator, is looking for a new Executive Director who can help triple Saskatchewan's tech sector by 2030 πŸš€

Co.Labs is Saskatchewan's leading tech incubator, where founders receive free support to scale their startups from idea to $1M in annual revenue. We are passionate about growing the SK tech ecosystem through the emergence of innovative, successful startups.‍‍

About this Position

Ideal fit:

‍‍You are passionate about shaping the future of Saskatchewan's technology ecosystem. The ideal candidate is excited by technology and innovation, and is capable of driving Co.Labs forward, to help triple Saskatchewan's tech sector by 2030. You are a lifelong learner who leads with compassion and empathy, who is eager to develop strategies for team success.
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‍Objective: The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for day-to-day operations and collaborations with the Board of Directors to set the vision for Co.Labs. The ED serves as an advocate for the province of Saskatchewan, the companies that started here, and the work being done today. In this role you’ll sit at the centre of Saskatchewan's tech ecosystem engaging with tech leaders, founders, investors, and stakeholders to foster meaningful connections and high performing outputs.


‍Responsibilities:

Build and maintain relationships:
‍Manage a vast network of stakeholders & supporters who influence Co.Labs' success.

Uphold SK-startup culture:
Understand the value of the tech ecosystem. Communicate to founders, investors, academics, & organizations the competitive advantage of growing a tech company in Saskatchewan.

Lead a great team:
Model collaboration and kindness. Fulfill the strategic vision and goals set by the Board of Directors. Recruit, onboard, and expand as necessary.


‍Preferred Skills:

  • Relevant post-secondary degree
  • 3+ years in senior leadership, ideally with a focus on growth & innovation
  • Experience working in the tech sector &/or as a tech founder
  • Experience reporting to a Board of Directors‍‍


‍Required Skills:

  • Superior relationship building, networking, & communications skills
  • Strong, confident decision maker
  • Pays close attention to detail
  • Strong leadership skills. Leads with integrity, credibility, & trust
  • High performer, results-driven, takes ownership
  • Big picture thinker, sees beyond the immediate horizon‍


To Apply:

Email your resume to hello@co-labs.ca
Subject Line: ED Application_Lastname