Business & Economic Development Coordinator

3 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Full time

The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ promotes, cares, and advocates for a vibrant and inclusive downtown where
business thrives and people are drawn to work, live, shop and explore. We host events throughout the year
and work to beautify our downtown, improve cleanliness, safety, and help make it easier to get around. Our
downtown is on Treaty No. 1 territory and the traditional Homeland of the Red River Métis.

***

Reporting to the Director of Policy and Economic Development, the Business and Economic Development
Coordinator is responsible for supporting and leading business and economic development initiatives,
programs and activities in Downtown Winnipeg. This position involves researching, collecting and analyzing a
range of economic and business development data and opportunities. The coordinator builds and maintains
good working relationships with the business community, developers, city departments, and partner
organizations as well as respond to inquiries from BIZ members and potential investors and business
stakeholders.

community builder and analytical thinker who is passionate about Downtown Winnipeg.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Develop, implement and manage programs to support recruitment and retention of retail, restaurant,

and entertainment and office tenants in Downtown Winnipeg.
***
- Review, research and monitor economic development and policy initiatives of the City of Winnipeg and

other partner organizations.
- Monitor construction activity and track estimated milestone and completion dates.
- Analyze and evaluate real estate and development projects for consistency with strategic goals and

objectives and economic impact on the community.
- Identify and monitor investment and leasing activity.
- Maintain database of contact information and development updates for economic development

projects, including tracking and reporting on opening and closing of businesses.
- Provide insight on the economic landscape and opportunities to management.
- Create written and oral presentations and reports.
- Support existing and potential new BIZ members by providing market research, business development

and available government supports.
- Administer member grant programs.
- Update and maintain the business support section of Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Website.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Post-secondary education in Economics, Business Administration or related discipline.
- Relevant work experience is considered an asset.
- General understanding of principles and practices of economic development and ability to accurately

evaluate and effectively communicate and report on economic development projects and programs.
- Enthusiastic self-starter with the ability to quickly learn and understand concepts, problem solve, take

ownership, and manage work with mínimal supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with both public and private sector

stakeholders.
- Project management knowledge, research and database management experience, and computer

**WORK ENVIRONMENT & CULTURE**

The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ embodies a culture of collaboration and customer service. We have a diverse
team who are encouraged to provide input and participate on committees to inform workplace values and
influence the culture and environment. Working in the heart of downtown, we take time to enjoy the amenities
and community around us; through participation in our own programs, staff celebrations, and the endless
number of events located downtown. We offer a 35-hour work week, subsidized transit passes, “Furry Fridays”
(bring your pet to work days) and early access to information about fun things happening in the heart of the
city Our organization’s success is powered by our passionate team. Downtown is moving forward - be a part
of the team at the centre of the action

The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ is committed to equity, diversity and accessibility in the workplace. We strive to
have a team that reflects our downtown, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages

**QUALIFIED CANDIDATES **should submit their cover letter and resume with salary expectations to
**have been selected.**
- Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the competition process on a confidential _
- basis. This posting is available in alternate formats upon request._

  • Communications Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    The Communications Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Communications and is responsible for creating and distributing content on EDW's social media, web, and blog channels, as well as for supporting strategic and corporate communications and media relations. As a member of a highly engaged and creative MarComm team, the coordinator will...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Job

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, MB, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. With a flexible, respectful, and...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, MB, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for all that...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, MB, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this opportunity is for you. As a natural ambassador for...

  • Summer Employment Opportunity: Marketing Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    Economic Development Winnipeg (EDW) is in search of a vibrant, collaborative and purpose-driven individual to join our team. If you're brimming with energy, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about making a tangible difference in the fabric of Winnipeg's community, then this op

  • West End Economic Development Assistant

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada West End BIZ Full time

    **WEST END ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT** - dated March 31, 2023_ **POSITION** The Economic Development Assistant is a term position with a student’s schedule in mind. It will run full time from May to August and then part time from August to December. The Assistant will play a critical role in supporting market and economic research in the West End....

  • Regional Manager, Client Diversity

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Business Development Bank of Canada Full time

    We are banking at another level. Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to...

  • Director, Corporate Financing

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Business Development Bank of Canada Full time

    We are banking at another level. Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to...

  • Business Development Officer

    3 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Almond Franchise Canada Corporation Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: Permanent - Langue de travail: Anglais - Heures de travail: 40 hours per week - Education: - Expérience: **Education**: - Bachelor's degree - or equivalent experience **Asset languages**: - Vietnamese **Tasks**: - Develop policies - Administer programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in rural and urban...

  • Business and Trade Development Analyst

    1 week ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Government Full time

    **Business and Trade Development Analyst**: IC2 Economic Development Consultant 2 Regular/full-time Department of Economic Development, Investment and Trade Trade and FDI Intelligence - Trade & Export Development Unit, Investment & Trade Division Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 40853 Salary(s): IC2 $68,995.00 - $86,717.00 per year Closing Date:...

  • business development officer

    13 hours ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Almond Franchise Canada Corporation Full time

    Durée de l'emploi: PermanentLangue de travail: AnglaisHeures de travail: 40 hours per weekEducation: Expérience: EducationBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceAsset languagesVietnameseTasksDevelop policiesAdminister programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in rural and urban areasDevelop venture capital sourcesRespond to...

  • Business Development Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada SOFTXTAR TECHNOLOGY INC. Full time

    Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years **Tasks**: - Plan development projects - Respond to enquiries from members of the business community concerning development opportunities - Prepare reports, research papers, educational texts or articles - Conduct analytical marketing studies - Conduct social or economic surveys on...

  • Executive Director Support Services amp Chief Administrative Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada CLevelCrossing Full time

    Executive Director Support Services amp Chief Administrative OfficerPosted on Aug 18, 2017 Apply for this job your email: upload resume: ProfilePosition # 20028401POSITION SUMMARY:Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Executive Director Support Services and CAO will direct and lead the integration and coordination of Support Services which...

  • Executive Director Support Services amp Chief Administrative Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada CLevelCrossing Full time

    Executive Director Support Services amp Chief Administrative OfficerPosted on Aug 18, 2017 Apply for this job your email: upload resume: ProfilePosition # 20028401POSITION SUMMARY:Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Executive Director Support Services and CAO will direct and lead the integration and coordination of Support Services which...