Senior Economic Development Officer

Employment North; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment North seeks a dynamic Senior Economic Development Officer to lead initiatives that foster growth and community prosperity. You will develop strategic partnerships, manage complex projects, and drive business development to attract new investments and support existing enterprises.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field and a track record advising on complex matters, with experience building relationships across federal, provincial, municipal governments, Indigenous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a field relevant to economic development duties.
• Experience developing and advising on complex matters.
• Experience building relationships with federal, provincial, municipal governments, Indigenous organizations, not-for-profit or private sector partners.
• Experience in development or delivery of economic development programming and/or grants.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives that foster economic growth and community prosperity in Northern Ontario.
• Develop strategic partnerships and manage complex projects.
• Drive business development to attract new investments and support existing enterprises.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to shape vibrant, sustainable communities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic partnerships

Project management

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Economic Development Officer to lead initiatives that foster economic growth and community prosperity. In this pivotal role, you will develop strategic partnerships, manage complex projects, and drive business development efforts to attract new investments and support existing enterprises. Your expertise will help shape vibrant, sustainable communities by leveraging innovative marketing techniques and building strong relationships with stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about economic progress, this opportunity is for you!

Please note, that this position is open to anyone within Northern Ontario who currently reside or are willing to relocate within 40 kms of one of FedNor's office locations.

Kenora (Ontario), North Bay (Ontario), Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), Sudbury (Ontario), Thunder Bay (Ontario), Timmins (Ontario)

Essential Qualifications

Education

• - Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the positions or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience

Experiences

• - Experience in developing and providing advice on complex** matters.
• - Experience building relationships with various constituents and partners (federal, provincial, or municipal governments, Indigenous organizations, not-for-profit organizations or private sector).
• - Experience in the development or delivery of economic development programming* and/or grants and contribution programs;

* Economic development programming includes, but is not limited to community development, entrepreneurship, business development, housing and infrastructure, etc.
**Complex is understood to mean those with some of the following characteristics: multidimensional, highly sensitive, affecting many partners or stakeholders external or /and internal , precedent-setting, having a major impact on service or program delivery.

Knowledge

• - Knowledge of the economic development realities, challenges and opportunities in Northern Ontario.

Pay: $89,966.00-$128,102.00 per year