Analyst, Business Development and Partnerships

Analyst, Business Development and Partnerships Job posted : November 20, 2025 | Application deadline : December 01, 2025 Job Type: Employee | Duration in Months: 3 | Hours per week: 35 | Salary Range: $72,437.00 - $91,502.00 | Location: Main Campus Position purpose: Manage an account base of engaged CO‑OP employers by supporting operations related to sourcing prospective employers, following up on new job leads in targeted industry sectors and reporting job‑development progress on a regular basis in order to help develop new job opportunities for the CO‑OP Program. Collaborate with the Placement Operations Coordinators and CO‑OP Program Coordinators during peak periods to support operations, maintain service levels and maximize placement‑process results. Act as a uOttawa Ambassador with potential and current employers to promote the image of the University and the CO‑OP Program. Responsibilities Coordinate the full CO‑OP Placement Operations for an engaged set of CO‑OP employers to ensure excellent customer service and support in hiring CO‑OP students. Plan, schedule, and execute CO‑OP student mid‑term evaluations, gather intelligence on trends, and update the database. Maintain and grow a small portfolio of CO‑OP employers that might require particular attention and “out‑of‑the‑box” initiatives. Assist the team of CO‑OP Program Coordinators with account maintenance and database clean‑up. Support business development strategies including market research to source potential employers and job opportunities suitable for the program. Initiate and develop promotional campaigns to increase the number of employers that hire. Promote the program to secure job opportunities through emails, cold calls, and social media. Conduct research to source potential partners and community engagement placements suitable for existing and new programs. Attend trade shows, career fairs, networking and other events to gather new business and promote the CO‑OP program. Qualifications Knowledge of business development and account management principles normally acquired through a university degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in a similar role; CO‑OP or marketing experience an asset. Bilingualism in French and English (spoken and written). Experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools and proficiency in Excel. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a team environment where priorities change often. Experience organizing and prioritizing work relative to tight deadlines. Strong analytical skills and experience in conducting market research and reporting. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, enthusiastic, proactive, and motivated in following up with employers. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy. Superior communication skills, verbally and in writing; comfort with public speaking and presenting in both official languages. Computer experience with Microsoft Office, internet research, and good email management skills. Key Competencies Planning: Organize a series of actions or events to realize objectives or projects. Initiative: Demonstrate creativity and initiative to suggest improvements and encourage positive results. Client Service Orientation: Anticipate and identify the needs of internal and external clients and find solutions. Teamwork and Cooperation: Cooperate and work well with team members to reach common goals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier‑free work environment. We also accommodate applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact to communicate the accommodation need. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Prior to May 1, 2022, we required vaccination against COVID‑19. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated any time depending on public health guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr