Director, Economic Development

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Ucluelet

On-site

CAD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior economic development leader to shape and execute the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ economic vision on the west coast. You will lead planning, research and governance to move opportunities from concept through feasibility and due diligence to investment readiness.

With 8–10 years of related experience and a proven track record in partnerships and funding proposals, you will coordinate cross-department work, manage budgets and guide a small professional team in service of Indigenous

Qualifications

Bachelor-level degrees in business, commerce or economics are required.
Extensive experience in economic development and partnerships is required.
Proven ability to develop business cases and funding proposals.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and evaluate the Nation's economic vision, strategy and priorities.
Establish goals, objectives and performance indicators and report on progress.
Lead research, feasibility studies, due diligence and business-case development.
Advance opportunities toward investment-ready and commercially viable projects.
Coordinate land and infrastructure readiness with relevant departments.

Skills

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Tools

Feasibility Studies

Due Diligence

Funding Proposal Development

Financial Literacy

Program Development

Job description

Develop, implement and evaluate the Nation's economic vision, strategy and priorities
Establish goals, objectives and performance indicators and report on progress and outcomes
Monitor economic trends, funding programs and policy developments relevant to Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ interests
Review studies and identified opportunities and establish a prioritized economic development pipeline
Lead research, feasibility studies, due diligence and business-case development
Advance opportunities toward investment-ready and commercially viable projects
Coordinate land and infrastructure readiness with relevant departments
Support laws, regulations, policies and permitting processes that enable investment
Identify financing, grants and investment sources and prepare funding proposals and business cases
Coordinate economic development initiatives across government departments and with Treaty implementation
Develop relationships with industry, investors, financial institutions, consultants, communities and governments
Facilitate partnerships and joint ventures and negotiate related agreements
Support citizen entrepreneurship, business development, employment and training pathways
Transition commercially viable opportunities to YFN Enterprises for investment, implementation and operation
Establish and lead a lean Economic Development Department
Prepare and manage the departmental budget with the CFO and administer funding agreements
Support the Economic Development Committee and provide analysis, options and recommendations
Participate in strategic planning as a member of the Senior Management Team
Provide updates and briefings to the CAO, Executive, Legislature and hitac̓u Assembly

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, or a related field
8–10 years of directly related experience in economic development, business development, or related fields, with 2–3 years at a management level
Experience developing business cases, feasibility studies and due diligence for economic development projects
Experience developing, negotiating and managing partnerships, funding proposals and revenue agreements
Experience developing and managing departmental budgets and program funding
Demonstrated strategic planning and program development experience
Experience working with First Nations governments and arm's-length Indigenous economic development or holding companies (preferred)
Familiarity with Indigenous nation-building approaches to economic development (preferred)
Knowledge of the economic landscape of the west coast of Vancouver Island (preferred)
Experience supporting Indigenous entrepreneurship and employment initiatives (preferred)
Strategic and analytical thinking with strong business acumen and sound judgement
Ability to move opportunities from concept through feasibility, due diligence and business case to investment readiness
Strong negotiation, partnership-building and relationship-management skills
Ability to work effectively within arm's-length governance structures and respect the boundary between government and commercial operations
Financial literacy, funding proposal and business case development skills
Ability to build, manage and mentor a small professional team
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution
Strong cultural sensitivity and understanding
Genuine respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ traditions, culture, and protocols
Commitment to advancing economic opportunities that benefit Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ citizens
Understanding of the intergenerational impacts affecting Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ citizens and employees

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in economic development, including strategic planning, partnership negotiation, and funding proposal development. Proven ability to lead teams and manage departmental budgets while fostering relationships with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.

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