Opportunities

Salary Information

CG37 - $65,756.60 - $73,473.40 per annum

Duties and Responsibilities

The Business Development Officer (BDO) is a key member of the Customized and Continuous Learning (CCL) division, responsible for promoting educational opportunities, building partnerships with industry and community stakeholders, and supporting the development of programs and services that respond to workforce and community needs. The BDO will:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the delivery of special projects, ensuring objectives, timelines, budgets, and performance targets are achieved. 
• Manage contract administration and support implementation of project deliverables in accordance with funding and operational requirements. 
• Monitor budgets and prepare activity, progress, and financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Facilitate training initiatives and ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of assigned projects. 
• Develop and deliver presentations and promote contract training services to prospective clients and partners. 
• Coordinate participant recruitment, employer engagement, training delivery, staffing, procurement, and related project logistics. 
• Support the development and marketing of College services responsive to labour market and community needs. 
• Liaise with campuses and internal departments to support program acquisition, implementation, and delivery. 
• Provide provincial business and contract development support related to the assigned project.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry, community, government, and other stakeholders to support program and employment outcomes. 
• Other related duties as required to 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 computer applications and presentation software.
• Client focused and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Ability to prioritize workload while meeting established deadlines.
• Professionalism.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision. 
• 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 Prince Philip Drive 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). 
• 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!