Deadline: 14-Feb-23
The Women’s Infrastructure Network (WIN) Awards Program is now open for nominations for its Emerging Leader Category.
This category recognizes an exceptional woman who has distinguished herself early in her career in the infrastructure sector, and has demonstrated a pattern of leadership. This award recognizes a woman who has showcased herself to be an emerging leader of the infrastructure industry of tomorrow.
The WIN Awards Program recognizes the contributions of exceptional women in the Canadian infrastructure industry. This phenomenally successful Program has been held annually since 2015 and over the years has resulted in over 300 nominations of exceptional women across the country from all disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
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Eligible nominees must meet the following criteria:
- The nominee is currently a “Woman in Infrastructure” (engaged in a role related to the provision of infrastructure needed for a country, region or organization to function properly).
- The nominee has been a resident of Canada for at least one year (prior to December 31st 2022).
- The nominee has less than 15 years of experience in the infrastructure or infrastructure-related sector (in Canada or another jurisdiction and prior to December 31st 2022).
Nomination Criteria
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The WIN Emerging Leader will be evaluated against each of the following three criteria, so please ensure your application package includes mention of all three:
- Leadership The nominee demonstrates leadership and vision within her profession and in the infrastructure sector, and has ‘broken new ground’ or has ‘paved the way’ for women in the infrastructure sector.
- Achievement The nominee excels in her field, is widely recognized by her peers, has made a significant contribution to the infrastructure sector, is committed to professional growth, and/or has overcome adversity. For example, this could include but is not limited to: awards, specific project achievements, subject matter expert.
- Sponsorship, Mentorship and Community The nominee serves as a role model, sponsor or mentor and demonstrates a dedication to the advancement of women and/or the general community. For example, this could include but is not limited to: involvement in equity, inclusion and diversity initiatives, not-for-profit, community programs.
For more information, visit WIN.
For more information, visit https://www.womensinfrastructure.ca/nominate-emerging-leader-en