Economic Development Officer

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The Central Coast Regional District (CCRD) is seeking a full time Economic Development Officer (EDO). Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the EDO will provide economic planning, marketing and promotion, project management, hiring support and oversight of contractors for special projects, relationship building, business retention and expansion activities, and administrative support to the upcoming Economic Development Committee / Commission.

The EDO is engaged by the Central Coast Regional District to develop and define strategies focusing on sustainable growth matched to opportunities specific to the needs of healthy rural and remote communities. There are a range of special projects under the CCRD community economic development function and the EDO is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and promoting these projects.

The EDO will work as part of a small and dedicated team. The EDO reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for staff direction, and works with community organizations, industry groups, and the Economic Development Advisory Committee (or other governance structure) to implement the economic development strategy and Board priorities. This position will involve working outside of regular office hours and periodic out-of-town travel.

Please apply for this opportunity by emailing a resume and cover letter to cao@ccrd.ca by no later than May 19, 2023.

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