Workforce Initiatives Coordinator

IMII is an industry-led non-profit consortium that advances innovation and workforce development initiatives to support the growth of the Saskatchewan mining and minerals sector. We build collaborative innovation capacity by facilitating innovative education, training, research and development projects and programs. IMII funds a variety of projects through its innovation and workforce programs. We are looking for a team member to lead the strategic development and delivery of workforce development focused initiatives, events and projects. The ideal candidate will have experience related to industrial workforce education and training and an understanding of the needs of the mining sector. In this position, you will work with IMII members to develop and steward the strategic direction of IMII’s workforce development activities. You will be responsible for working with IMII members and external interested parties (service providers) on the development of project plans, timelines, and budgets, as well as coordinating with internal and external interested parties to ensure successful project delivery. Your understanding of the Saskatchewan mining career development ecosystem, including awareness of a variety of mining occupations and experience with industrial training will set you up for success in this role. The ideal candidate will have experience engaging with potential new entrants to mining, including Indigenous groups and communities. The candidate will have a passion for developing and connecting the next generation of talent to explore and pursue opportunities in the Saskatchewan mining sector. **Key Responsibilities:** ***Strategy, Engagement and Events:*** - Lead the implementation of IMII’s workforce development strategy including efforts focused on: * Enhancing the mining sector’s trades workforce, * Strengthening pathways for Indigenous participation in mining, and * Initiatives to develop alternative pathways into mining. - Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external interested parties, particularly IMII’s workforce development related members, including regional colleges, academic institutions, SMA and other ecosystem players active in career development for the mining sector. * Collaborate with these groups to develop initiatives and proposals to address IMII’s workforce development strategic goals. - Steward follow-on support and activities tied to past IMII-funded initiatives. - Engage with students to encourage involvement in IMII activities, including scholarship programs, student competitions, etc. and to encourage consideration of mining sector careers. - Collaborate with partners to build awareness of IMII’s workforce development initiatives. - Engage with stakeholders in the ecosystem to build awareness and promote a positive image of the IMII, its members and project partners. ***Initiatives and Administration*** - Coordinate the following core IMII Workforce Development Activities: *