The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is Saskatchewan’s trusted hub for minerals sector innovation, bringing together industry, government, and post-secondary institutions to accelerate innovation and technology adoption, advance workforce development, and strengthen competitiveness of the province’s minerals industry. IMII drives collaborative solutions through applied R&D, open innovation programs such as DEMOday and IDEATE, and targeted initiatives that support a sustainable, representative, and future-ready mining ecosystem.

Role Overview

The IMII Board Chair ensures effective board performance, provides strategic guidance to the organization, and acts as an ambassador of the organization to industry, government, and innovation partners. This role is a fit for a capable and collaborative leader who can help guide IMII’s continued evolution as a high-impact innovation organization, drawing from the candidate’s experience from mining or other relevant sectors.

The Board Chair position holds the following primary responsibilities:

Governance leadership.

• Chairing the quarterly Board meetings and some Committee meetings which are held as required.
• Thorough preparation work for each meeting and effective follow up and monitoring of actions and decisions from each meeting.
• Facilitate effective discussion and decision-making by the Board and the members to ensure productive outcomes and provide adequate input and direction to the Executive Director to advance the strategic needs of the IMII organization.
• Advising the Board and IMII staff on governance matters, such as succession planning, risk and legislation that may affect policy as required.
• Work with IMII staff and board members to maintain engagement and alignment of Board members with IMII’s strategic activities.

Leadership development and mentorship.

• Act as a liaison between the Board and Executive Director, and as directed by the board, provide support and oversight to the Executive Director including:
• This responsibility includes coaching and providing strategic assistance to the Executive Director.
• It also includes assistance in identifying strategic options and providing advice at the request of the Executive Director.

Strategy and Planning

• Collaborate with the Board and the Executive Director to set long-term goals and support alignment with the IMII organization’s vision and mission.

Relations with Members, Government, Funders and broader Interested Party relations.

• Support the Executive Director as requested, with maintaining positive relations and communicating strategic initiatives with key external parties including:

Administrative oversight functions, including signing documents and approving payments.

The ideal IMII Board Chair will be someone who displays the following attributes and skills:

• Leadership and Governance
• Industry and Innovation Insight
• Strategic Networks
• Commitment to IMII Values and Operation

The compensation structure and term for the part-time Board Chair position includes the following:

• The total annual compensation will be capped to reflect the part-time, contracted nature of the position at $30,000 per annum, including expenses.
• The hourly compensation range is to be negotiated.
• The new Board Chair must assure IMII that they qualify under the definition of an independent contractor.
• Initial one year term, with option to renew for a further two years.

The full position profile can be found on IMII's website at www.imii.ca/careers .

 Applicants can direct an introductory letter and resume / CV to the IMII at admin@imii.ca by February 28, 2026. Questions about the position can be directed to Kevin Chung, Executive Director, Innovation Investments and Programs for Innovation Saskatchewan at (306) 933-6646.