The Economic Development Officer (EDO) is responsible for developing and coordinating the implementation of a strategic action plan. The EDO will take a leading role in activities and initiatives that will support business retention and attraction to the Township.
The EDO monitors regional economic influences to assist in the development of the Township's goals for economic growth; and plans and implements community strategies to ensure the most innovative approaches are used to accomplish such objectives. In addition, the Economic Development Officer (EDO) liaises with, and assists the communities within the Corporation of the Township of North Stormont in the development of land use and sustainability projects; and provides a range of administrative and communications services for the Township.
The EDO is tasked with the responsibility of researching, drafting and coordinating applications in pursuit of grant opportunities at the Federal, Provincial and County government levels. The EDO is expected to provide expertise and support to Departments applying for grants. The candidate should demonstrate strong civic and community leadership competencies. As part of their communications tasks they will be responsible for updating and maintaining the website content and functionality and for the developing and releasing social media and other communications content, as directed by the CAO.
This job posting will remain open until the position has been filled.
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