YMCA Job Board

The Economic Development Officer reports to the Manager of Operations and is responsible for facilitating community and economic development planning and initiatives; identifying and fostering community economic development opportunities; securing funding for economic development activities and programs and projects; and promoting the community in order to expand economic development opportunities.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Business Administration or directly related field
  • OR
• College diploma directly related to community economic development or Business Administration with Two (2) years’ experience with First Nation Economic Development
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience
• Financially literate and understanding of generally accepted accounting principals
• Understanding of Nawash economic, cultural and political environment
• Understanding community economic development theories and practices
• Proficient computer skills; including accounting, spreadsheet, word processing, graphics and website development
• Office administration
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence

Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.

Designations, Licences & Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence
• Acceptable recent Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Training and Certification in WHMIS

DECISION MAKING & IMPACT

• Facilitate community and economic development planning process, including vision, goals and objectives
• Evaluate results of economic development studies and agreements and make recommendations
• Act as a liaison between local organizations, business and individuals and representatives of government, business, concerning economic development
• Decisions affect a large functional area with considerable impacts, and could affect reputation in the short term

By Email: employment@nawash.ca