Director, Resources and Infrastructure

Position: Director, Resources of the Future and Infrastructure
Final date to receive applications
January 18, 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, Resources of the Future and Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Permanent
Compensation Details
Dir, Business Development 20:
Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $127,380 to $169,828 plus a performance-based incentive.

Location

Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, currently requiring management-level employees to work in the office 3 days per week (subject to change)

This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa or one of its Regional Hubs in Toronto or Montreal

Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria

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

Collaborate with a diverse, experienced team– Work alongside talented professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to drive success.

Thrive in a supportive, teamwork-driven environment– Flourish in a workplace where collaboration and mutual support are paramount.

Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets– Make a meaningful difference by fostering sustainable development in key regions around the world.

Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers, and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers– Join a company that is celebrated for its commitment to excellence, diversity, and work-life balance.

Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package:

Flexible benefits– Our program lets you choose coverage that suits your unique needs, including Medical, Dental, Life, and more. Plus, we offer additional Flex credits to tailor your plan even further.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan– Secure your future with our generous matching program that helps you save for retirement.

Competitive vacation program– Enjoy a work-life balance with our competitive vacation program, starting with 4 weeks of vacation and 2 floater days each year for permanent employees.

Comprehensive wellness programs– Stay healthy and happy with access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs.

Professional Development– Advance your career with our support for growth and development through conferences, language training, and educational opportunities.

Team and Job 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 Director, Resource of the Future and Infrastructure, 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/approaches and generate and nurture new export business opportunities for Canadian companies through your team, both directly and indirectly.

We are staffing one position. This role will also include leading the Canadian exporter engagement in the Business Connection Program and other strategic initiatives with a focus on metals and mining, including EDC’s critical minerals strategy and infrastructure engagement, including our Indo-Pac approach for that sector as well as domestic trade enabling infrastructure. A key part of the success of this role is to support and enable other teams across EDC, including the Mid-Market Business to deliver results involving capital deployment, market penetration and network connections.

The Director will leverage a network of global trade directors and associates to deliver the multi-program approach and will…