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: [email protected]
Skills
Business Development and SalesNon-profit Organization ManagementTechnology, Information and Internet