Economic development officer
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Industry, Energy and Technology based in Labrador City, NL is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Economic development officer. Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Industry, Energy and Technology focuses on economic development, energy policies, and technological advancements. It provides support for business growth, renewable energy projects, and technological infrastructure, aiming to foster economic resilience and innovation in the province. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Department: Department of Industry, Energy and Technology
Division: Regional Economic Development Division
Position: Economic development officer
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $40.11 – $47.30 hourly
Employment Type: Permanent
Position Group:Â NAPE – General Service
Location: Labrador City, NL
Shift: 35 hours per week
Competition Number:Â IET.24.25.0074
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completion of a degree in Business
Experience: Candidates should have experience in business and regional economic development
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be willing to accept day travel and occasional overnight travel
- The candidates should have the ability to effectively exchange information and ability to manage time and tasks effectively
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience with commercial and non-commercial financing and experience in business counselling and proposal analysis
- The candidates should have experience in fostering collaboration with business, industry, academia, and other community stakeholders
- The candidates should have knowledge of business and regional economic development and knowledge of commercial and non-commercial financing
- The candidates should have knowledge of business counselling and proposal analysis and knowledge of economic development issues facing the province
- The candidates should possess analytical skills and demonstrate strong relationship-building skills
- The candidates should acknowledge the requirement for the use of a private vehicle (with business insurance)
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to promote and deliver regional economic development and business development programs, services, and initiatives under the direction of the Regional Manager
- The candidates should be able to liaise, support, and build partnerships with regional economic development and business stakeholders in strategic planning, opportunity management, negotiating contracts, monitoring performance and budgets, and promoting economic development and diversification throughout the region
- The candidates should be able to lead and facilitate economic development planning activities with various audiences and support capacity building efforts with economic development stakeholders
- The candidates should be able to analyze project and business proposals, assess complex applications for financial assistance including loans, equity, and grants, and review and monitor the progress of approved projects
- The candidates should be able to provide recommendations on loan security requirements and make independent decisions regarding financial and counseling services for commercial and non-commercial clients
- The candidates should be able to foster collaboration between businesses, post-secondary institutions, and government to drive regional innovation, productivity, and competitiveness
- The candidates should be able to provide advice and support to senior management and represent the department on various economic development issues
- The candidates should be able to prepare considerable written documentation, including internal and external briefing notes, and perform other related duties
Benefits:
- The candidates will get pay, pensions, occupational health and safety, Government Policies, standards of conduct, learning and development opportunities
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!