Nicholas Goyens

 I am an energetic, proactive, results oriented worker and I strive to cultivate close relationships with my colleagues and superiors as I am a strong believer in teamwork. I am very comfortable performing under pressure and within tight deadlines to deliver quality work, without sacrificing attention to detail. I am a passionate problem solver who loves to tackle complex issues that require outside-the-box thinking, and I thrive in a fast-paced environment. I am very comfortable working with teams that have diverse views, and I am adept at facilitating consensus decision-making.

One of my key strengths is my ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. I have a demonstrated history of building strong relationships and fostering partnerships to achieve common goals. Whether it's collaborating with internal teams or consulting with industry stakeholders, I prioritize open communication and collaboration to drive results. I am an exceptionally hard worker, having worked full-time while pursuing both my MA and MBA degrees.

I am a seasoned professional having had various public policy roles within the Government of Canada. I have significant experience in policy development and analysis, program evaluation, performance measurement and corporate reporting, stakeholder engagement, and international business development. I have strategically obtained experience in multiple areas along the policy cycle so that I could develop a balanced, holistic approach to my day-to-day work. Areas of policy experience include international trade, environment and climate change, sustainable finance, sustainable mining, export promotion, and access to foreign markets.

I have strong interpersonal skills, which has allowed me to develop an extensive network of contacts throughout the Government of Canada, crown corporations, provincial governments, and the private sector, and I have experience engaging with executives at all levels. I have led strategic engagement initiatives with both internal and external stakeholders in both domestic and international fora to develop and deliver programs that align with the Government of Canada’s strategic goals. This included developing, organizing, and delivering virtual and in-person capacity-building and though leadership events in 7 different countries. The skills that I have cultivated can be applied in any organizational setting.

Additionally, my commitment to continuous learning and my intellectual curiosity has allowed me to build expertise in new and complex subject areas. I am adept at distilling intricate information and tailoring it to different audiences and I possess strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills, all of which are vital for effective collaboration within a team. My bilingualism in both English and French further enhances my ability to engage with stakeholders across Canada's diverse linguistic landscape.