Business Development Officer

Qalipu First Nation; Corner Brook; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks annual leave

13 statutory/holidays per year

Pension plan with employer match

12 paid sick and family days per year

Christmas break (office closed)

Job summary

Qalipu First Nation is seeking a Business Development Officer to facilitate community and business development, coordinate programs, and promote the community to expand economic opportunities. The role supports member-owned businesses in improving marketability and communications, working with the Marketing and Communications team and reporting to the Manager of Tourism and Community Development.

The officer will engage Indigenous business owners, develop materials, secure opportunities for the

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor degree in business administration, community economic development, marketing, communications, or equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant experience in business support or development.
• Experience in marketing or development team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence and access to a private vehicle.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Indigenous business owners with internal and external business support programs.
• Develop marketing materials such as posters, brochures, and flyers.
• Secure opportunities for businesses registered in the Qalipu Business Network.
• Act as liaison with organizations and government on business support.
• Manage Qalipu Business Network website and social media channels; promote membership.
• Develop newsletters for Experience Qalipu and the Network.
• Communicate opportunities to member businesses; plan events like the Qalipu Business Forum.
• Support community engagement planning and delivery.
• Collaborate with Bay FM on communication strategies for events.

Skills

Business development

Marketing experience

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Business Administration / related field

Tools

Website management

Social media management

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Officer, Full-time, Permanent Position

Location of Position: Based on the office location of the successful candidate

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Rate of Pay: $44,500. / Per annum

Job Description: The Business Development Officer is responsible for facilitating community and business development opportunities through one‑on‑one entrepreneurial support, the coordination of business and community development programs and projects and promoting the community to expand economic development opportunities. The Business Development Officer will also be responsible for assisting member‑owned businesses in improving their marketability and communication as well as helping Qalipu First Nation’s overall marketing and communications team. While expected to work closely with the Communications team, the Tourism Development Officer and Bay FM Radio, this position reports directly to the Manager of Tourism and Community Development.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with current and emerging Indigenous business owners to provide support and information on both internal and external business support programs and initiati
• Develop marketing materials including posters, brochures, flyers, business cards, and other materials as required
• Working to secure unique opportunities for those businesses registered within the Qalipu Business Network
• Acting as a liaison between local organizations, businesses and individuals and representatives of government, businesses and industry regarding business support programs and other economic development opportunities
• Managing the Qalipu Business Network website and social media channels Promoting and maintaining membership within the Qalipu Business Network Securing grant funding to expand upon business support programing and traini Develop a newsletter for Experience Qalipu and Qalipu Business Network.
• Providing consistent communication to all Qalipu member businesses regarding both internal and external opportunities
• Planning and implementing business support events, such as the Annual Qalipu Business Forum
• Support community engagement planning and delivery
• Work with Bay FM to develop and execute communication strategies surrounding Qalipu First Nation events

First Nation events

• Staying up to date on current Indigenous business funding opportunities and assisting Indigenous businesses with application writing
• Liaise with industry and government partners to promote local businesses and individuals
• Working closely with the Tourism and Community Development and Communications team to collaborate on projects and initiatives
• Represent Qalipu First Nation on various committees, working groups and at trade shows
• Facilitating community and regional network
• Other duties as require

Qualifications

Education: Diploma or bachelor level degree in business administration, community economic development, marketing, communications, or equivalent.

Experience: The preferred candidate will have 3 years of relevant experience specific to business support or development. They will have experience in community economic development and in working directly with individual business owners. They will have experience in a marketing‑related role and as a part of a development team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Working Conditions: Duties will predominantly be met during regular business hours. Some travel and flexibility of work schedule may be required to attend events outside of the office.

Must possess a valid driver’s licence and have access to a private vehicle.

Full-time Employee Benefits:

Annual Leave

FT employees - Three weeks per year.

Statutory and Non-Statutory Holidays

Employees are entitled to 13 days off to cover Statutory and Non-statutory holidays per year.

Office Hours

Office hours are from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday, Friday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Christmas Break

the office closes during the Christmas break, this is an added bonus that employees are entitled to.

FT Employee Benefits

Option to enrol in C of C – Employee Benefits Plan.

Registered Pension Plan

QFN has a pension plan, FT employees contribute from 4 to 7%, employee contributions are matched by the Band.

FT Sick and Family Medical

Full Time Employees are entitled to 12 paid sick and family medical days per year.

Under 2 hours Medical Appointment

Employees may attend an appointment of less than 2 hours with no deductions to Sick and Family Medical.

Discretionary Bereavement

One day off per year for the death of a relative not included as immediate family, a close friend or neighbour.

Volunteer Program

Employees may volunteer outside of the organization up to 21 hours per year.