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September 6, 2024

City of Yellowknife

Yellowknife

FULL TIME


Economic Development Officer

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife! At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with a disability to self-declare when submitting their applications.

We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join and work alongside the dedicated and community-focused team of professionals in its Economic Development and Strategy Department as the Economic Development Officer (EDO).

Reporting to the Manager, Economic Development &Communications, the incumbent is responsible for coordinating the administration, implementation and operation of the City's economic development programs and grants. Through regular direction from the Manager, the incumbent assists with the implementation of policies and programs to ensure the operational objectives of the City are met. The EDO is responsible for coordinating implementation of the City's Economic Development Strategy and assisting with other plans like the Joint Economic Development Strategy, Tourism Strategy, and Agriculture Strategy. The EDO will have a lead role in activities and initiatives that attract investment and business opportunities in the City and will actively support business retention and expansion activities.

This position requires a university degree in commerce, business administration, communications, or a related field. A minimum of 3 years' experience in business development, communications, or a related field is required.

The incumbent should demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to establish effective channels of communication and a collaborative working relationship. The incumbent should maintain good judgement and discretion and possess the ability to problem solve and mediate various situations. Proficiency in MS Office Suite including Excel, Powerpoint and Word is required.

The City of Yellowknife offers an attractive annual salary range of $85,780.84 - $103,445.91 as well as a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, and monthly housing and vacation travel allowances totaling $450.

Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than September 20, 2024

Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume.

Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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