Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Assistant (13-Month Term)

Invest Ottawa / Bayview Yards; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading economic development organization in Ottawa is seeking an FDI Assistant to provide research and support for ongoing foreign direct investment projects. The role involves collecting economic data, generating leads, and coordinating activities related to FDI. A recent graduate in Economics or a related field is preferred. This position offers a salary range of $44,000 to $66,000 based on experience, requiring onsite work at Bayview Yards for at least 10 days per month.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in international business communities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in multiple languages considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collect economic data and prepare reports.
• Conduct research and generate leads for FDI.
• Support ongoing FDI missions and visits.

Skills

Economic data collection

Research and lead generation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Post-secondary degree (Economics, Marketing, etc.)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

FDI ASSISTANT (13-Month Term)

INVEST OTTAWA GLOBAL EXPANSION

Do you have a passion for innovation? Are you interested in joining a collaborative team? If yes, we strongly encourage you to apply to our posting and join the Invest Ottawa Team!

Why this role:

As a member of the Global Expansion team and reporting to the Director, the FDI Assistant will provide research and lead-generation support for ongoing and future FDI projects across target geographical regions (USA, Europe and Asia). The successful candidate will be a quick learner that thrives in a fast-paced environment.

What you will be doing:

• Collecting economic data and preparing reports to share with the Market Directors for use in ongoing and future FDI projects
• Conducting research and generating leads for future FDI activities
• Providing support and coordination for follow-up activities related to ongoing outbound FDI missions
• Providing support and coordination for ongoing FDI target companies visits to the Ottawa region
• Providing support and coordination for the ongoing FDI lead generation activities and target projects
• Working with the Market Directors to provide support for FDI reports and metrics
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

This position will be required to work onsite at Bayview Yards minimum 10 days per month.

Compensation: Corporate Pay Band A: $44,000 - $66,000; Hiring Salary Range: $44,000 - $55,600

Reason for opening: Vacancy in the existing role

What you have accomplished / gained throughout your career:

• Recently graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution with a focus on Economics, Marketing, Commerce, Business Administration, International Business, or equivalent
• Demonstrated interest and robust knowledge in the continental and international business communities
• Excellent data and research analytical skills
• Informed decision-making with sound understanding of context, data and evidence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the target markets of the IO Global Expansion team is considered an asset (French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, etc.).

Positive attitude, outgoing and willing to learn new skills and knowledge

Ability to work in a small team as well as independently

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities and tight deadlines

Do you have some of these skills but maybe not all? We still encourage you to apply as we would love to review your unique application and learn more about you!

At Invest Ottawa and Bayview Yards we know that diversity, inclusion and a sense of belonging are critical success factors for globally competitive organizations and are required to drive sustainable wealth creation and prosperity across our region. We prioritize the creation of an inclusive culture and infuse diversity into our programs, operations and governance. As an equal opportunity employer that doesn’t simply accept difference but celebrates, supports and thrives because of it we invite all qualified candidates to apply and especially encourage those who identify as members of underrepresented groups.

Invest Ottawa and Bayview Yards are determined to provide a barrier-free work environment starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process please contact to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

At Invest Ottawa and Bayview Yards we are focused on doing better and committed to leading by example because it’s what’s best for us, our culture and our community.

Key Skills: Cruise, Attorney At Law, Credit, Investment, AC Maintenance, Chemistry

Employment Type: Temp

Department / Functional Area: Global Expansion

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 44,000 - 66,000