Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Develop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
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Develop communication strategies
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Develop policies
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Evaluate communication strategies and programs
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Implement communication strategies and programs
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Oversee the preparation of public written material
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Prepare written material such as reports, briefs, website content
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Produce educational and publicity programs and informational materials to awaken curiosity and interest in the subject matter
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Provide consultation on planning and starting of new businesses.
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Publicize activities, workshops, meetings and other events for fundraising or information purposes
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Supervise professional and support staff and students
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Supervise staff
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Train staff
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Write speeches, presentations and press releases
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Administer programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in rural and urban areas
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Perform administrative tasks
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Develop venture capital sources
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Recruit and hire staff
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Respond to enquiries from members of the business community concerning development opportunities
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Provide advice on procedures and requirements for government approval of development proposals
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Conduct surveys and analyze data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale and retail consumers
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Develop social and economic profiles of an area to encourage industrial and commercial investment
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Conduct comparative research on marketing strategies for industrial and commercial products
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Prepare reports, research papers, educational texts or articles
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Act as spokesperson for an organization
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Advise clients on advertising or sales promotion strategies
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Answer written and oral inquiries
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Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
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Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
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Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys
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Gather, research and prepare communications material
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Initiate and maintain contact with the media
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Prepare and/or deliver educational, publicity and information programs, materials and sessions
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Prepare sports, literary, performance or other contracts
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Provide consulting services to government and other organizations
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Conduct analytical marketing studies
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Conduct social or economic surveys on local, regional, or international areas to assess development of potential and future trends
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Review and evaluate commercial or industrial development proposals
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Design market research questionnaires
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Develop portfolio of marketing materials
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Evaluate customer service and store environments
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Design, conduct and analyze quantitative and qualitative research projects
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Develop feasibility studies
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Conduct online marketing, E-commerce and Website promotions
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Prepare funding applications
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Develop marketing strategies
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Ensure appropriate business/commercial licenses are in place
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Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
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Develop and implement business plans
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Maintain and manage digital database
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Write and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materials
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Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
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Supervise office and volunteer staff
Supervision
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Fast-paced environment
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Attention to detail
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Overtime required
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Large workload
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Physically demanding
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Judgement
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Organized
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Team player
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Accurate
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Dependability
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Reliability
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Integrity
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Quick learner
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Due diligence
Benefits
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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On-site amenities
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Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for persons with disabilities
- Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
- Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
- Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
- Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
- Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for youths
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Veterans
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
- Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
- Assists with immediate transition needs of Veterans (for example: relocation, housing, etc.)
- Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
- Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.)
Support for Indigenous people
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
- Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
- Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
- Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
- Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
- Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
- Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
- Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
- Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
- Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)
Supports for visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.