The Pictou County Partnership is a not-for-profit organization tasked with driving economic development in Pictou County. 

The Pictou County Partnership is one of seven Regional Enterprise Networks (RENs) in Nova Scotia which are funded both provincially and municipally.  Through a partnership with the Province of Nova Scotia, the six municipal units in Pictou County and Pictou Landing First Nation, the PCREN initiates, leads and contributes to sustainable economic growth in Pictou County by fostering a culture of collaboration, navigating organizations to the resources they need, and engaging in meaningful economic development projects.

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Pictou County Partnership

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**The Opportunity **

Pictou County Partnership is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead regional economic development at a pivotal moment of growth and change.

As the Regional Enterprise Network serving Pictou County, the Partnership works in collaboration with Pictou Landing First Nation and six municipalities to strengthen the region’s economic future.

As CEO, you will lead this work - aligning partners, advancing investment readiness, and positioning Pictou County to compete in emerging sectors such as clean energy, defence, and advanced manufacturing.

This is a unique opportunity to connect local strengths to provincial and national opportunities, translating strong relationships into measurable economic outcomes.

**What You Will Do **

- Lead execution of the five-year strategic plan and annual business plans

- Align municipalities, Pictou Landing First Nation, businesses, and partners around shared priorities

- Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, aligning priorities and securing resources to support regional outcomes

- Strengthen financial sustainability by accessing funding opportunities and ensuring effective stewardship of resources

- Enhance regional investment readiness and build a pipeline of investment-ready opportunities

- Serve as a visible ambassador and champion for Pictou County

**Who You Are **

- An experienced senior leader with accountability for people, budgets, and results

- A strong relationship builder across government, business, community and funders

- Able to translate strategy into action and deliver measurable outcomes

- Financially confident, with experience managing resources and navigating funding environments

- Comfortable operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

**Location **

This role is based in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Candidates open to relocating - including those with roots in the region - are encouraged to apply.

**Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion **

We are committed to building a more inclusive and representative organization and regional economy and encourage applications from individuals who have been historically underrepresented in leadership roles.

**Learn More & Apply **

Full details, including the complete role description, are available here:https://pictoucountypartnership.com/opportunities/chief-executive-officer-ceo/

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and addressing how they meet the qualifications to: ~~opportunities@pictoucountypartnership.com ~~

Chief Executive Officer

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