Community Economic Development Officer

Community Economic Development Officer

Are you looking to join a great community that is socio-economic independent and strives to maintain harmony and balance with Mother Earth, neighboring First Nations and surrounding communities?

Manpower is looking for an experienced and excited professional that would play an important role on the community s transformation and development, supporting the growth and advancement of Michipicoten First Nation in Wawa, Ontario.

Community Economic Development Officer

What is in for you?

- Permanent position full-time hours

- Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, pension, etc)

- Great work environment with a collaborative team

- Flexibility in working remote

What is the job?







- Implementation of the community economic development initiatives aimed at building long term capacity and fostering the integration of the Nation s economic, social and environmental objectives

- Planning, developing and implementing economic opportunities in collaboration with Michipicoten s economic development corporation, government, private industry, municipalities, and First Nation partners

- Maintaining a sound administrative and organizational system

- Developing budgets and cash flow projections

- Working with governments, funding agencies, local industry, and local businesses to develop and implement initiatives to enhance community and economic growth

What do you bring?

- Degree in community development, business, commerce, economics, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

- Experience working with First Nations; Knowledge of Indigenous Rights, history, culture, and current socioeconomic issues







- Minimum of five years experience in community or economic development

- Three years experience in a management or supervisory role

- Experience in venture development

- PMP Certification an asset

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