Apply By: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 11:59 pm EST
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NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR

Job ID:
58178
Organization:
Ministry of Northern Development and Mines
Division:
Regional Economic Development Branch - Timmins Area Team
City:
South Porcupine
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Permanent
Job code:
12124 - Industrial Development Officer 3
Salary:
$1,356.49 - $1,731.39 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Here is your opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of economic development in northern Ontario!

About the job

As a member of an integrated area economic development team, you will:

• provide advisory and consultative services to economic and social organizations, municipal leaders and businesses
• participate in the development, coordination and delivery of programs and initiatives in the north
• prepare briefing materials, reports and responses to inquiries from associations, stakeholders, the public and internal staff
• establish linkages and maintain on-going relationships with stakeholders and other partners
• manage projects and undertake research and analysis

What you bring to the team


Mandatory requirement:

• valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to remote areas that may be inaccessible by other means of transportation

Specialized knowledge/experience:

• understanding of provincial and federal programs dealing with economic and community development as well as public sector organization, structure and processes
• knowledge/experience working with natural resources and/or agricultural related business sectors

Communication, interpersonal and people skills:

• proven communication, facilitation, interpersonal, and customer service skills to work with individuals, businesses, groups and organizations

Project management skills:

• demonstrated leadership and project management skills in leading task teams, coordinating projects, conducting financial analysis and managing issues
• working knowledge of business development/planning, reviewing, and evaluating project applications

General skills:

• demonstrated research and analytical skills
• ability to work independently and participate on multi-disciplinary teams
• proficiency with computers and software including word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and internet

Additional information:

Apply by:
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 11:59 pm EST
Position details:
  • 1 English Permanent, 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Category:
Consulting and Planning
Posted on:
Monday, October 28, 2013

Language requirements and assessment:
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