454 EN - Director, Digital Technology & Advanced Manufacturing

Application deadline: June 25, 2026

Join the EDC Team!

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.     

Position: Director, Digital Technology & Advanced Manufacturing

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation Details:

• Dir Business Development 20: Salaries typically range from $129, 928 to $190,000 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.

Location: 

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change). 
• This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Brossard, Laval, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, or Vancouver.
• Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

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About EDC:

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC?

• Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
• Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s & no meeting Fridays.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.
• Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.

Team Overview:

The Sectors and International Advisory Team, which is part of the Mid-Market Group, is looking for an experienced leader to join our team to deliver on our mandate of creating business opportunities for Canadian exporters and investors.  In the role of the Director, Digital Technology and Advanced Manufacturing, you will leverage your extensive professional network, business development skills, industry expertise, leadership, people and industry skills (Canadian capabilities and global supply chains) to lead the development of prioritized industry sector strategies and generate new export business opportunities for Canadian companies through your team, both directly and indirectly. 
 
The position will focus on taking a leadership role in coordinating and executing EDC’s corporate approach to prioritized sectors, by working collaboratively with a cross-functional network of subject matter experts such as EDC program leads and practitioners. This role will also include leading the Canadian exporter engagement in the Business Connection Program and other strategic initiatives. A key part of the success of this role is to support and enable other EDC teams to deliver results including capital deployment, market penetration and network connections. Ultimately, the role prioritizes and leverages a team to build new approaches to drive impact for Canadian exporters in the key sectors. 
    
The Director will leverage a network of Global Trade Directors and Associates to deliver the multi-program approach, internally and externally and will be heavily focused on using collaboration and influence to harness the power of other subject matter experts across the organization.  

The Director will have several direct reports including an Ecosystem Lead, Global Trade Directors and Associates. If you have the relevant experience and the drive and passion to directly impact the success of Canadian exporters, then apply to join our team.

What you will be doing: 

• Develop and implement the overall EDC strategy for digital and advanced manufacturing industry engagement leading to results such as customers served and business facilitated.
• Provide formal and informal leadership to both direct reports and a cross-functional group of designated subject matter experts including program practitioners
• Foster insights gathering and exchange to amplify the ability of sector focused EDC practitioners to drive impact for Canadian exporters through virtual ‘communities of practice’
• Manage the delivery of a partnership approach to drive priorities 
• Build and deliver tools and approaches to support the shared objectives of Mid-Market teams for capital deployment, connections and market penetration including a robust referral approach.
• Lead the on-going deployment of the Canadian exporter side of the Business Connection Program 
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement to ensure optimal capacity utilization and challenge the status quo to identify and leverage synergies with the other teams in Sectors and International Advisory and beyond. 

What we are looking for: 

• Undergraduate or graduate degree (or equivalent professional designation) in relevant discipline
• Minimum 10 years of combined business development and technical advisory experience focused on digital tech and/or advanced technologies, advanced manufacturing
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience
• Advanced knowledge of best practices in sales and/or account management
• Well-developed and deep global professional network and strong technical and business knowledge acquired through directly relevant business activity
• Proven ability to work effectively in a matrix organization and lead virtual teams, leveraging influencing skills

·         Bilingual in both official languages (English and French) – minimum speaking proficiency (Level B2).

What will make you stand out: 

• An understanding of EDC products, services and programs 
• Technical knowledge of various supply chains acquired through direct business activity within the Canadian exporter ecosystem

Eligibility:

EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.

This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.

Apply today!

Want to learn more about EDC? Check our website at https://www.edc.ca

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity 

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves. 

We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.

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