Employment - Economic Development Coordinator
Economic Development Coordinator
Cape Breton Partnership
Full-Time Contract
Weekdays
Description
Job Title: Economic Development Coordinator
Reports to: Economic Development Officer
Job Location: Richmond County & The Town of Port Hawkesbury
Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible
Position Type: Full-time, Contract (40 hrs/week)
Compensation: Competitive salary, based on knowledge and experience. Paid vacation, sick and personal days, plus an additional week of paid time off in December, health and dental benefits, and access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Join Our Team as an Economic Development Coordinator!
We're seeking a dynamic Economic Development Coordinator to join our team! This position can be filled on a full-time or part-time basis, tailored to the successful candidate's experience and qualifications. The ideal candidate will be based in or around Richmond County or the Town of Port Hawkesbury to effectively engage with the local communities and stakeholders.
Are you passionate about driving economic growth and prosperity in vibrant communities? Do you possess a strategic mindset and a drive to make a positive impact? If so, then you could be a part of the Cape Breton Partnership’s Economic Development team as the next Economic Development Coordinator! In this role, you will support and lead a wide and diverse range of economic development projects across Richmond County and Port Hawkesbury.
What you can achieve:
As an EDC, you will have the unique opportunity to drive tangible change and shape the economic landscape of Cape Breton communities. By collaborating with local businesses, government agencies, community stakeholders and rightsholders, you can spearhead initiatives that attract investment, foster entrepreneurship, and create job opportunities. Join our dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about driving positive change and working together to achieve shared goals while enjoying a flexible work environment.
What you will do:
As the Economic Development Coordinator, you will strategically focus on three priority areas:
1. Lead business attraction and investment readiness initiatives and respond to investment attraction inquiries and individual business requests within Richmond County and Town of Port Hawkesbury regions of the Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network (CB REN).
2. Assist and lead the Municipality of the County of Richmond and the Town of Port Hawkesbury’s effort to create the conditions for economic growth, particularly around attracting private investment into residential housing developments and business/industrial park upgrades, marketing and sale of sites.
3. Develop a robust vision and management strategy for the Ocean Innovation Centre in Port Hawkesbury that will allow it to become an asset of the Strait Area and an integral part of the wider Cape Breton and Nova Scotian innovation infrastructure ecosystem.
What you'll bring:
- Education: Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, such as Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, or a related field, providing a strong foundational understanding.
- Experience:
- Full-time position: a minimum of 3 plus years professional experience in economic development and project management, demonstrating practical application of relevant skills.
- Part-time position: 1-3 years of economic development and project management experience.
- Knowledge Base: Solid understanding of municipal government operations, relevant planning and economic development legislation, development approval processes, and the infrastructure needs for business growth, as well as local and regional economic opportunities.
- Key Skills: Excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written), strong project and contract management abilities, exceptional presentation and analytical skills with comfort in public speaking.
- Personal Attributes: Must be a self-starter who takes initiative, possesses strong interpersonal and networking skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity and comfort using the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual communication tools like Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
- The EDC will work primarily Monday-Friday in an office environment, traveling to and from clients’ places of work or to meeting locations convenient for clients’ or partners’ needs, with the option to work from home 2 days a week, provided you have a strong and reliable internet connection and can maintain confidentiality.
- Flexibility in remote working or multi-site office locations may be available depending on the successful candidate’s proximity to our established office locations in Port Hawkesbury, Arichat, Port Hood, Baddeck, and Sydney.
- Frequent sitting or standing while using a computer is required.
- Flexibility in working hours is required as some work will happen outside of regular hours.
- You will be required to travel frequently throughout the Island to fulfil the duties of this role.
- Valid Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
- Office location: Port Hawkesbury and Arichat.
- Offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate’s ability to accept and comply with all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, confidentiality, intellectual property, non-solicitation, and conflict of interest policies.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals with 3 or more years of relevant experience in economic development, project management, or a related field, as we are looking to fill a full-time position (salary range: $50,000 - $62,000 annually).
We also recognize the value of potential and are open to considering candidates with less relevant experience (ideally 1-3 years) for a part-time opportunity (salary range: $25,000 - $31,000 annually). For a successful candidate hired in a part-time capacity, advancement to a full-time role with increased responsibilities and salary is possible based on performance and demonstrated skills after an initial probationary period.
About the Cape Breton Partnership:
The Cape Breton Partnership is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed.
The Cape Breton Partnership runs a number of programs and initiatives Island-wide and administers the Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network (CB REN) and the Cape Breton Regional Municipality Regional Enterprise Network (CBRM REN). With approximately 25 staff located across Unama’ki – Cape Breton, the Cape Breton Partnership works with all levels of government, and private and non-profit groups to help foster inclusive economic growth on the Island.
How To Apply
Cape Breton Partnership will be accepting applications for this opportunity via their Human Resource Information System (HRIS), or other external site. Please follow the link and the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your qualifications and relevant experience, and why you are interested in this role, using the 'Apply here' button below.
The Cape Breton Partnership is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact Leah Shanks at 902-294-0040 or leahs@capebretonpartnership.com to discuss your needs. We are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable experience for everyone.
Intended Audience
This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.
Location Information
- Community
- Richmond County / Town of Port Hawkesbury
- County
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- Province
- Nova Scotia
- Country
- Canada
Opportunity Information
- Employer
- Cape Breton Partnership
- NOC Code
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- Experience Required
- Yes
- Available Openings
- 1
- Pay Type
- Salary
- Pay Period
- To be Determined
- Remuneration Per Pay Period
- Estimated Weekly Hours
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- Start Date
- —
- End Date
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- Language
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- Posted on
- June 5th 2025
- Expires
- July 30th 2025
