Economic Development Officer

2 months ago

Inuvik, Canada Government of the Northwest Territories Full time

**Department Information**:
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents - their businesses and communities.

**Job Information**:
Reporting to the Manager, Trade, and Investment, the incumbent is responsible for providing service to potentially any business within the community of Paulatuk and Sachs Harbour. The services include providing advice and assistance in areas of business operations, marketing, accounting, and finance, which can have a direct impact on their financial viability and future success. This position manages several contribution files at any point in time, all of which require individual and immediate services when business opportunities or operational difficulties occur.

The incumbent is also tasked with assisting in developing major economic initiatives in the Paulatuk and Sachs Harbour Area. These initiatives may take a considerable amount of time and knowledge and can have significant and lasting impacts on the economy in the Paulatuk and Sachs Harbour Area.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**:

- Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial analysis, financial planning, and business planning
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal
- Knowledge and sensitivity to northern issues, initiatives, politics, and cultures
- A good understanding of small business organization, finance, marketing, and operations
- Ability to communicate at the clients knowledge level and recommend resources that supplement/compensate for management and accounting shortcomings
- A good knowledge of developing and northern economics
- Ability to match business and community needs with government and economic development agencies programs
- Diplomacy and public relations skills are required to work co-operatively with elected community officials (Town, Band, Metis Local, Chamber and Commerce and others) to jointly develop community economic plans and priorities as well as undertake public presentations and workshops

**Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by**:
Post-secondary degree in related discipline (economics, business, accounting, finance, or marketing) and two years related experience in business or community development, finance, accounting, or commercial lending.

A diploma in a related discipline (economics, business, accounting, finance, or marketing) and three years related experience in business or community development, finance, accounting, or commercial lending.

**GNWT Inquiries**:
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620

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