Economic Development Officer

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador; San Juan de Terranova; In loco; CAD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a position dedicated to advancing international trade and economic development for Newfoundland and Labrador businesses. The role focuses on developing strategic relationships with domestic and international partners, supporting export growth, and informing initiatives with market intelligence.

The successful candidate will analyze markets, prepare trade data, and contribute to federal-provincial-territorial efforts while connecting local

Competenze

• Completion of a degree in business.
• Experience in economic, business and/or community development.
• Experience engaging and promoting collaboration with business, industry, academia and/or other community stakeholders.
• Experience in developing international trade, investment attraction strategies and/or international business development (asset).

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with domestic and international partners, industry associations, government stakeholders, and business leaders.
• Advise and support export development, market diversification, and international business opportunities.
• Research and analyze international markets, trade trends, sector opportunities, and business needs to inform program development.
• Prepare market intelligence, trade statistics, briefing materials, and sector analyses.
• Support federal-provincial-territorial initiatives, trade agreements, and international engagement activities.
• Connect Newfoundland and Labrador companies with global partners, customers, and supply chains.
• Assist in planning and participating in trade missions, matchmaking, and international conferences.

Conoscenze

Economic development

International business development

Relationship management

Communication

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Jobs, Growth and Rural Development - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Reporting to the Manager of Internationalization, this position supports the Province's international trade and economic development objectives by helping Newfoundland and Labrador companies grow and succeed in global markets. The role involves developing and maintaining strategic relationships with domestic and international partners, industry associations, government stakeholders, and business leaders to advance export development, market diversification, and international business opportunities. The position is responsible for researching and analyzing international markets, trade trends, sector opportunities, and business needs to support strategic decision-making and program development. This includes preparing market intelligence, trade statistics, briefing materials, and sector analyses that identify opportunities and inform initiatives aimed at strengthening the global competitiveness of Newfoundland and Labrador businesses. The role also provides advice and expertise to support federal-provincial-territorial initiatives, trade and economic development agreements, and international engagement activities. Key responsibilities include working directly with Newfoundland and Labrador companies to understand their growth objectives, identify export opportunities, and support their expansion into

international markets. The position helps connect businesses with global partners, customers, and supply chains, while supporting trade missions, business-to-business matchmaking activities, international conferences, and high-level inbound and outbound delegations, helping to foster relationships that contribute to the long-term growth and competitiveness of Newfoundland and Labrador companies abroad.

Screening Criteria

• 1. Completion of a degree in business (equivalencies will be considered)
• 2. Experience in economic, business and/or community development
• 3. Experience engaging and promoting collaboration with business, industry, academia and/or other community stakeholders
• 4. Experience in developing international trade, investment attraction strategies and/or international business development (asset)

Assessment Criteria

• 1. Knowledge of economic, business and/or community development
• 2. Knowledge of international business development (asset)
• 3. Knowledge of proposal/project assessment
• 4. Ability to effectively exchange information
• 5. Relationship and network building skills
• 6. Ability to think critically7. Ability to manage time and tasks

Information for Applicants

For more information about this opportunity please contact, Dana Grant, Director, Accelerated Growth,