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Economic Development Specialist

The Chaleur Regional Service Commission is seeking a person to fill the position of “Economic Development Specialist” to support regional growth and increase the attractiveness of the territory. The person will act as a central point of contact for entrepreneurs, investors, institutional partners, organizations, governments, and newcomers by facilitating access to resources and stimulating structured initiatives for the region. The person will play a strategic role in attracting investments and supporting regional partners and operators.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the development and updating of strategic directions in economic development;
• Plan and coordinate the implementation of actions arising from the strategic plan through an action plan;
• Organize and facilitate sector meetings, roundtables, and committees related to economic development;
• Develop and maintain databases and information tools businesses, land, buildings, industrial parks, etc.;
• Monitor programs, support resources, and economic trends closely;
• Provide support services to entrepreneurs, investors, and promoters;
• Understand the ecosystem related to employers’ needs:
  • Participate in implementing strategic initiatives aimed at improving the prosperity of the citizens of the Chaleur region, including those related to job creation as well as workforce recruitment and development;
  • Play a leadership role with the Labour Market Partnership – Chaleur Region and in implementing the strategic plan related to workforce retention and recruitment.
• Promote partnerships among economic, municipal, government, and community stakeholders;
• Analyze business issues, challenges, and opportunities in order to make recommendations to management;
• Actively participate in attraction and investment initiatives;
• Ensure sound management of assigned budgets and submit excellent progress reports;
• Ensure consistent updates on communication platforms website and social media;
• Represent and maintain a positive brand image with partners, elected officials, and government bodies under the Imaging Chaleur banner and personally;
• Perform any other related duties assigned by the Executive Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field;
• Minimum of three 3 years of experience in a field related to economic or regional development;
• Experience managing employees and team’s asset;
• Good knowledge of the Chaleur region asset;
• Knowledge of municipal and regional issues asset;
• Excellent proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written;
• Proficiency with computer tools Windows, Microsoft Office suite;
• Good understanding of recognized economic development practices and strategies.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES SOUGHT

• Ability to work collaboratively with various partners;
• Initiative, creativity, and results-oriented approach;
• Good judgment and ability to behave professionally at all times;
• Excellent communication and customer service skills;
• Ability to manage priorities and work on multiple files at the same time;
• Autonomy, adaptability, and analytical thinking.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Salary according to the current salary scale: $81,926 to $97,450;
• Schedule: 35 hours per week - occasionally, the person will be required to work evenings and weekends;
• The person must have their own vehicle and a valid driver’s licence;
• The person must be available to travel outside the Chaleur region occasionally;
• Benefits are determined according to the policy established for this purpose;
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement;
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment;
• In-person position in Bathurst, N.B.

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