Job Title: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Job Term: Three-Year Fixed Term Contract
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Flexible Work Model
Head Office Location: Kapuskasing, ON

Organization
A not-for-profit, the Northeast Community Network (NeCN) exists to inspire and help all communities in
Northeastern Ontario to thrive. Our purpose is to make an impact that matters. We work collaboratively to
find imaginative ways to build upon four economic pillars: forestry, mining, agriculture, and tourism. Our
goal is to ensure economic sustainability in support of community growth and affordability.

What will your typical day look like?
You will report to the NeCN Executive Committee on the following:
• Research solutions, frameworks and methodologies to address specific project needs
• Use analytics to identify issues and prioritize response
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to solve complex challenges
• Manage and deliver projects on time and on budget
• Develop effective relationships with a wide array of stakeholders
• Create, publish, and present content for consumption by Board and other audiences
• Effectively manage and successfully deliver per the Three-Year Workplan

Your experience and abilities
• Undergrad in economic development, business, public administration, urban planning, or related field
(Degree is an asset)
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in economic or business development
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in one or all core sectors: forestry, mining, agriculture, and/or tourism
• Expertise in grant writing and funding acquisition
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement with established network of contacts
• Highly developed political acuity, tact and discretion to manage challenging issues
• Can leverage research/analytical techniques to synthesize organizational requirements
• Outstanding presentation skills for any target audience
• Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous history, culture, treaties and relevant issues including the
intersect of the Crown's legal duty to consult, Indigenous and Treaty rights
• Calm and productive while working in a fluid and evolving environment
• Fluent in both French and English languages, proficiency in an Indigenous language (asset)

Total Rewards
The salary range for this position is $79,000 to $87,500, plus 12% in lieu of benefits, offering a
competitive and rewarding compensation package. We value individual contributions, promote personal
well-being, and support continuous growth. We recognize unique strengths and celebrate the achievement of key milestones. A flexible work model may be offered, which can involve adapting arrangements to suit the successful candidate’s needs, preferences, and circumstances.
The next step is yours.

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to HR@NorthClaybelt.com
Application Deadline: Monday, June 16th, 2025, at 11am EST

At the NeCN, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communitiesacross Canada. We welcome all applicants in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis and Inuit), neurodivergent persons, persons with disabilities, Black and other racialized persons, persons of ethnic origins, diverse religions, abilities, neurosexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

We encourage you to connect with us at HR@NorthClaybelt.com if you require an accommodation for the
recruitment process (alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other).
The NeCN represents 12 Municipalities and 3 CFDC’s across Northeastern Ontario. We acknowledge that NeCN Members stand on traditional, treaty, and unceded territories in what is now known as Canada. We recognize that Indigenous Peoples have been the caretakers of this land since time immemorial, nurturing its resources and preserving its natural beauty. We acknowledge this land is still home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, who continue to maintain their deep connection to the land and its sacred teachings. We humbly acknowledge that we are all Treaty people, and we commit to fostering a relationship of respect, collaboration, and stewardship with Indigenous communities in our shared goal of reconciliation and environmental sustainability.