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Portfolio Manager, GHI
Grand Challenges Canada is seeking a Portfolio Manager to develop, shape and manage a dynamic portfolio of global health innovations. Deploying relevant thematic expertise, business acumen, and investment knowledge, the Portfolio Manager has the following responsibilities:
Fund innovative deals aligned with portfolio strategy:
- Source and secure sufficient and quality pipeline innovations from external and internal sources in line with GCC and portfolio priorities
- Launch RFPs for targeted innovations and manage the intake and review process
- Evaluate new funding opportunities, including facilitating scientific peer review and conducting operational, financial and programmatic due diligence and risk analysis
- Prepare investment memorandums and present potential investments to GCC’s Investment Committee
- Oversee negotiations and their translation into grant agreements
- Monitor portfolio budget and spend to meet annual targets
- Job Description (pdf, 180.73 KB)
- Link to apply (pdf, 180.73 KB)
Closing date: September 27th, 2024
Freelance Communications Consultant
We are looking for a freelance Communications Consultant who will play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility and engagement of the Indigenous Innovation Initiative (I3). This role includes managing and maintaining our website, creating engaging content for social media, writing blogs and feature stories, drafting reports and materials, and supporting the team and partners. The ideal consultant will have a strong understanding of First Nation, Inuit and Métis cultures and communities in Canada and will bring creativity and strategic thinking to the role.
The Freelance Communications Consultant will also support I3’s overall communications strategy, including efforts to raise the initiative’s profile in Canada and internationally. Reporting to Grand Challenges Canada’s Director, Strategic and Corporate Communications, this role will work in close collaboration with the I3 team and GCC’s communications team.
- Job Description (pdf, 173.88 KB)
- Link to apply (pdf, 173.88 KB)
Closing date: September 12th, 2024