Economic Development Officer

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada City of Edmonton Full time

**Job Number**:51146**

The City of Edmonton is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Economic Development Officer (EDO) to play a pivotal role in driving our city's economic growth and prosperity. The EDO will be a champion of the Economic Action Plan (EAP), working to elevate its profile and strengthen collaboration between the City, its economic development agencies, and the business community.

**What will you do?**
- Plan and execute the annual economic development symposium, including theme development, speaker acquisition, logistics, marketing, budget, and sponsorship
- Showcase the Economic Action Plan (EAP) and its positive impact on the local economy and business community
- Promote the Edmonton business community and the work of the City of Edmonton's economic development agencies and partners
- Conduct follow-up activities to maintain engagement and drive action after the symposium
- Lead data collection, analysis, and storytelling for the annual economic report
- Develop and implement storytelling initiatives to complement the annual report and maintain engagement
- Ensure participation and contribution from City-funded economic organizations and the business community
- Facilitate dialogue and collaboration to advance the EAP
- Support the initiatives of the City of Edmonton's economic development agencies and partners (e.g., trade missions, storytelling, investment attraction)
- Build relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders and City agencies
- Implement various engagement strategies (e.g., formal meetings, focus groups, informal check-ins, surveys, forums, etc.)
- Leverage relationships to advance programs like the Business Census and the City of Edmonton's Shop Local program
- Conduct equitable engagement to ensure the EAP remains relevant and representative of the business community
- Provide recommendations to management based on engagement and research

**Qualifications**:

- Degree in business, marketing or economics or related field
- Minimum of 4 years experience in economic development, marketing, event planning or related field

**Skills required for success**:

- Sound understanding of economic development principles and practices
- Sound understanding of marketing and storytelling principles
- Proven ability to plan and execute events
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire and influence others towards a shared vision and goals
- Excellent project management, research and analysis skills
- Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
- Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
- Applicants may be tested

**Work Environment**:

- **Note**: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
- The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

**_ Up to 1 permanent full-time position_**

**Hours of Work**:40 hours per week

**Salary Range**:$47.346 - $59.382 (Hourly); $98,585.45 - $123,989.62 (Annually)

**Talent Acquisition Consultant**: AS/MM

**IND 123**

**Classification Title**: Market Planner II

**Posting Date**: Dec 4, 2024

**Closing Date**: Jan 10, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MST)

**Number of Openings (up to)**: 1 - Permanent Full-time

**Union**: CSU 52

**Department**: Economic Investment Services

**Work Location(s)**: 9th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4

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