business development officer

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Calgary seeks a skilled professional to develop policies and perform various administrative tasks. The role includes planning development projects, recruiting staff, and conducting market research. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This position is based on-site without remote work options.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy development is an asset.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.
• Strong analytical and marketing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop policies and perform administrative tasks.
• Plan and develop various projects.
• Recruit and hire staff.
• Respond to business enquiries about opportunities.
• Conduct marketing studies and create research questionnaires.
• Provide consultation for new businesses.
• Develop marketing strategies and deliver presentations.
• Implement business plans.

Skills

Oral communication

Client focus

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop policies
• Perform administrative tasks
• Plan development projects
• Recruit and hire staff
• Respond to enquiries from members of the business community concerning development opportunities
• Conduct analytical marketing studies
• Design market research questionnaires
• Provide consultation on planning and starting of new businesses
• Develop marketing strategies
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Develop and implement business plans
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player