Opportunities

Salary Information

CG-37 - $65,756.60 - $73,473.40 per annum. 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Business Development Officer (BDO) is an integral member of the Customized and Continuous Learning (CCL) Department of College of the North Atlantic (CNA):

• Promote Customized and Continuous Learning services: promote CNA's training and continuing education services by identifying new opportunities, marketing to prospective clients, and supporting strategies that increase the College's visibility and engagement.
• Plan and deliver customized training: manage all phases of contract training-from initial inquiry to final delivery-ensuring cost-effectiveness, competitiveness, smooth logistics, and a high-quality learning experience.
• Conduct needs assessments and market research: identify client training needs, research industry and funding opportunities, and recommend training solutions that respond to market demand.
• Prepare proposals, budgets, and reports: prepare funding applications, training proposals, and budgets, and produce reports and documentation to support departmental decisions and operations.
• Develop strategic stakeholder relationships: build and maintain partnerships to identify training needs, coordinate services, and ensure programs meet current and emerging labour-market demands.
• Develop and deliver client presentations: prepare and deliver presentations to showcase CCL's training services and highlight their value and relevance to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with CNA campuses and departments: work with campuses to support program planning, delivery, and quality, ensuring alignment with College priorities.
• Other related duties as required: support departmental initiatives and emerging priorities in alignment with the goals of the Customized and Continuous Learning department.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or related discipline (equivalencies will be considered).
• Experience in business development, contract development, OR training coordination within a higher education or corporate environment.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of business development principles and practices.
• Knowledge of designing and delivering effective presentations.
• Knowledge of designing and delivering training.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Professionalism.
• Relationship building skills.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 

Conditions of Acceptance

• Applicants must have reliable access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Bay St. George Campus.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Diane Grandy, Selection Board Chair, by email at diane.grandy@cna.nl.ca

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA's core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!