Economic Development & Communcations Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Economic Development & Communications Manager is responsible for delivering the municipality’s economic development, tourism, communications, and marketing priorities. Reporting to the Senior Administrative Officer (SAO), the Manager leads initiatives across business retention and expansion (BRE), investment attraction, tourism development, destination marketing/branding, public communications, and grant acquisitions. The role collaborates with businesses, chambers/industry groups, Indigenous governments/organizations, tourism operators, regional/provincial/territorial partners, the media, and internal departments.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) & Investment Attraction (IA)

• Implement and maintain a structured BRE program, including business visits, surveys, and follow‑up issue resolution.
• Prepare and update investment materials: community profiles, labour ...