If you are looking for a career opportunity, want to give meaning to your professional achievements and contribute to making the world a better place by playing a part in international development, and are passionate about corporate secretariat and governance, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is the place for you!

IDRC is home to people who share a passion for international development research. We look for employees who believe that knowledge and innovation can help solve the world’s most critical challenges.

Come join our team and help us build a more sustainable and inclusive world!

Our employment opportunity of the moment: Corporate Secretary

Location: Ottawa, Canada (Hybrid Mode*)

Take a minute to see if your profile fits IDRC:

You have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the areas of business administration, Public administration, legal or paralegal studies, or governance.
• Proficiency in French and English (reading, writing and speaking).
• Eight years of progressively responsible management experience, working with senior executive leaders and Board members, or as a corporate governance professional in the private, public or not for profit sector.
• An in-depth understanding of governance bodies, governance principles and corporate governance requirements.
• An enhanced knowledge of global development issues and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and a solid knowledge of risk management.

You are:

• Aligned with the IDRC’s culture and value statements: At IDRC we are respectful, intentional and accountable.
• A skilled communicator with excellent written, oral and facilitation skills.
• Able to work with and influence high level members of boards, and/or senior executives and a variety of stakeholders.
• Able to build relations at all levels due to your strong interpersonal, diplomatic and negotiating skills.
• Discrete in dealing with confidential and /or highly sensitive and complex issues, and have a strong ability to think strategically.
• Able to work across different cultures and nationalities.
• Able to provide effective leadership, guidance and motivation to staff.

You are interested in:

• Assisting the Board in the discharge of its oversight, foresight and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Acting as a key liaison between the Chairperson, the President and the Board, as well as management, and building and maintaining effective relationships between these entities.
• Providing strategic guidance and advice on corporate governance practices in compliance with the applicable legislation to ensure sound Board governance practice.
• Managing secretariat services and ensuring the division is appropriately integrated and contributing to corporate priorities and initiatives.
• Joining an organization that values and models diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Then we are interested in your profile!

At IDRC, we support your professional development

Additional Information:

For more details on the primary duties and responsibilities, view Job Details.

Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada.

* Hybrid Mode: Have the flexibility to work in hybrid mode (Minimum 3 days out of 10 in the office).

As a result of this process, the Centre may establish a pool of pre-qualified candidates for future permanent and term opportunities.