About the role
Our client, a leading innovation and entrepreneurship organization in the Greater Toronto Area, is seeking an experienced AI Program Lead to lead the delivery of a high-impact AI Enablement Program. This is a unique opportunity to work with startups, SMEs, industry experts, and ecosystem partners to drive AI adoption and business transformation across Canada. The successful candidate will oversee end-to-end program execution, manage cross-functional teams, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure measurable outcomes for participating businesses.
About Our Client
Our client is one of Canada's leading innovation organizations dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, startups, and growing businesses. Through government-funded initiatives and strategic partnerships, they help organizations adopt emerging technologies, accelerate innovation, and scale their businesses
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end delivery of the AI Enablement Program, driving execution from cohort intake through post-program impact reporting with minimal day-to-day oversight required Bring structure to ambiguity, translating strategic direction from the leadership and partners into concrete plans, milestones, and accountability across a multi-partner initiative Proactively identify risks and surface blockers early, and drive resolution across internal teams and external partners before they affect cohort outcomes or participant experience. Facilitate awareness sessions, business seminars, enrollment activities, stakeholder meetings, andprogram updates (note: curriculum design and workshop delivery is led separately by the Curriculum Lead) Manage relationships with external partners, vendors, subject matter experts, and ecosystem stakeholders, holding each accountable to delivery commitments and program standards Directly manage the program team, setting priorities, assigning and overseeing day-to-day work,managing performance, and providing ongoing coaching and direction across a large, cross-functional group spanning marketing, sales, technical delivery, and curriculum Oversee program budgets, resource allocation, vendor coordination, and operational processes,maintaining fiscal accountability and operational efficiency at scale
Qualifications
5+ years leading complex, cross-functional, or multi-stakeholder programs in fast-moving environments such as startups, scale-ups, innovation hubs, management consulting, or comparable settings Track record of operating with high autonomy, taking ambiguous mandates and converting them into structured, measurable execution without heavy oversight Demonstrated cross-functional people leadership across marketing, sales, technical, and partnership functions, with proven ability to drive alignment among senior stakeholders and external partners Experience managing implementation-stage initiatives, with a builder mindset for the systems, tools, and frameworks that make a program repeatable and scalable Strong commercial and analytical orientation, modelling ROI, and using data to drive decisions Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills, including comfort engaging at the C-suite, board, and government funder level Degree in Business, Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field; MBA or comparable graduate credential considered an asset Proficiency in Google Workspace and CRM tools (Zoho preferred); fluency with modern AI tools is strongly preferred Demonstrated interest in startups, innovation, and the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem
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About the role
Our client, a leading innovation and entrepreneurship organization in the Greater Toronto Area, is seeking an experienced AI Program Lead to lead the delivery of a high-impact AI Enablement Program. This is a unique opportunity to work with startups, SMEs, industry experts, and ecosystem partners to drive AI adoption and business transformation across Canada. The successful candidate will oversee end-to-end program execution, manage cross-functional teams, engage senior stakeholders, and ensure measurable outcomes for participating businesses.
About Our Client
Our client is one of Canada's leading innovation organizations dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, startups, and growing businesses. Through government-funded initiatives and strategic partnerships, they help organizations adopt emerging technologies, accelerate innovation, and scale their businesses
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end delivery of the AI Enablement Program, driving execution from cohort intake through post-program impact reporting with minimal day-to-day oversight required Bring structure to ambiguity, translating strategic direction from the leadership and partners into concrete plans, milestones, and accountability across a multi-partner initiative Proactively identify risks and surface blockers early, and drive resolution across internal teams and external partners before they affect cohort outcomes or participant experience. Facilitate awareness sessions, business seminars, enrollment activities, stakeholder meetings, andprogram updates (note: curriculum design and workshop delivery is led separately by the Curriculum Lead) Manage relationships with external partners, vendors, subject matter experts, and ecosystem stakeholders, holding each accountable to delivery commitments and program standards Directly manage the program team, setting priorities, assigning and overseeing day-to-day work,managing performance, and providing ongoing coaching and direction across a large, cross-functional group spanning marketing, sales, technical delivery, and curriculum Oversee program budgets, resource allocation, vendor coordination, and operational processes,maintaining fiscal accountability and operational efficiency at scale
Qualifications
5+ years leading complex, cross-functional, or multi-stakeholder programs in fast-moving environments such as startups, scale-ups, innovation hubs, management consulting, or comparable settings Track record of operating with high autonomy, taking ambiguous mandates and converting them into structured, measurable execution without heavy oversight Demonstrated cross-functional people leadership across marketing, sales, technical, and partnership functions, with proven ability to drive alignment among senior stakeholders and external partners Experience managing implementation-stage initiatives, with a builder mindset for the systems, tools, and frameworks that make a program repeatable and scalable Strong commercial and analytical orientation, modelling ROI, and using data to drive decisions Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills, including comfort engaging at the C-suite, board, and government funder level Degree in Business, Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field; MBA or comparable graduate credential considered an asset Proficiency in Google Workspace and CRM tools (Zoho preferred); fluency with modern AI tools is strongly preferred Demonstrated interest in startups, innovation, and the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem
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About Enabled Talent
Enabled Talent is a global AI-powered employment platform designed to bridge the gap between people with disabilities and inclusive job opportunities. We match talent based on skills, accessibility needs, and personalized digital profiles, while supporting employers, nonprofits, colleges, and governments with tools to foster equitable hiring. Our mission is to make the future of work inclusive, accessible, and empowering for all.