Programs Manager

The Role Natural Products Canada (NPC) is seeking a full-time Manager, Programs with five years of relevant experience. Reporting to the Director, Programs, you will support the delivery of multiple programs. NPC’s programs support innovative biobased companies in accelerating their growth in Canada’s bioeconomy. This role involves diligent monitoring, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and financial oversight while supporting achievement of program objectives and outcomes. You enjoy engaging with early-stage companies, assessing emerging technologies, and applying strong process, data analysis, and project management skills. This is an opportunity to play a hands-on role in supporting innovative Canadian companies as they advance biobased technologies, access funding, and scale their impact in the bioeconomy. Key Responsibilities Coordinate the application review process. Evaluate applications in collaboration with NPC Regional Directors and prepare recommendations for the Director, Programs. Lead company due diligence of program applicants. Support and coordinate contract negotiations, drafting, administration and tracking. Lead the monitoring of quarterly project reporting including written and financial claims to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with funding agreements. Manage the collection, compilation, and analysis of annual reporting data from early-stage companies. Prepare committee meeting materials, including program updates, summaries, and recommendations. Manage the CRM for program-based activities, ensuring accurate tracking, updates, reporting, and data integrity. Qualifications and Experience Post-secondary degree in science, engineering, business, or a related field, with a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in program management. Ability to work effectively from a suitable home office in a 100% remote role within Canada. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate information and identify risks or issues. Proven ability to manage time effectively and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Hands-on experience working with CRM systems and AI-enabled tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Assets Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset. Familiarity with the bioeconomy, natural products, innovation, or entrepreneurship sectors. Travel: Must be willing to travel within Canada for quarterly team meetings and to attend industry events as needed. Employment type: Full-time Application deadline: August 14, 2026 Applications submission: Interested individuals are invited to forward a resume and cover letter to kim@naturalproductscanada.com on or before August 14, 2026. NPC strives to make its policies, programs and workplace inclusive, respectful and barrier-free. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, veterans, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. NPC appreciates your interest in this position, but only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. About Natural Products Canada Natural Products Canada (NPC) is the driving force behind Canada’s Natural Product Innovation Cluster—a strategic and diverse community focused on the development and commercialization of naturally-derived products and technologies in health and life sciences, natural resources, agriculture and agri-food, and sustainable bioproducts. As part of its role in the Cluster, NPC offers in-depth advice and a suite of commercialization programs to Canadian early-stage companies and research institutes; provides connections and innovation scouting services to corporations and investors; and leverages an investment fund (Nàdarra Ventures) to help develop and de-risk promising Canadian opportunities. NPC has received financial support from the Government of Canada’s Strategic Innovation Fund, administered by the department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and the Centre of Excellence in Commercialization and Research (CECR) program, administered by the Networks of Centres of Excellence.

The role involves coordinating application reviews, leading company due diligence, and managing contract negotiations for program applicants. Additionally, the manager will oversee quarterly project reporting, analyze annual data, and maintain CRM integrity for program activities.

Candidates must possess a post-secondary degree in science, engineering, business, or a related field with at least five years of professional program management experience. Proficiency in CRM systems, AI-enabled tools, and the ability to work remotely within Canada is required.

• Analyse de donnéesSouhaitée
• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Program Management
• Project Management
• Data Analysis
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Financial Oversight
• Due Diligence
• Contract Negotiation
• CRM Management
• Analytical Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• AI-enabled Tools

• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Data & Analytics
• Agriculture

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte