Socio-Economic Development Officer

Location: Greenstone, ON

Company: The Francophone Immigration Support Network of Northern Ontario (Réseau du Nord)

Job Title: Socio-Economic Development Officer

Hours: Permanent, 35 hours/week

Start Date: January 2025

Salary: $50,000 to $60,000 per year

Benefits: Competitive benefits including group insurance, vacation, sick days, and paid personal leave.

Mandate

Reporting to the Coordinator of Réseau du Nord, the development officer contributes to the smooth operation of the program with the following responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain partnerships with municipalities, post-secondary institutions, employers, and organizations in Northwestern Ontario.
• Organize, manage, and establish local committees focused on Francophone immigration in the Northwestern region.
• Develop and implement local action plans in the Northwestern region.
• Represent the Réseau du Nord at committees, meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Write reports, articles, support letters, grant applications, and other written materials.
• Support members and partners of the Réseau du Nord in their Francophone immigration efforts.
• Coordinate and mobilize regional partners around collaborative activities to advance Francophone immigration issues.
• Conduct awareness activities and follow-ups with employers and community stakeholders.
• Identify gaps and potential solutions to improve Francophone integration.
• Perform any other tasks deemed relevant by the employee and the coordinator in line with IRCC guidelines.

Desired Values

• Be fully committed to the overall success of Francophone immigration in Northern Ontario.
• Engage in open discussions to find the best possible solutions.
• Actively participate in the implementation of team initiatives.
• Follow through on commitments and expectations.
• Accept criticism without becoming defensive.
• Adjust quickly to specific situations.
• Be attentive, curious, and open to new ideas.
• Assume good intentions and ask clarifying questions.
• Be versatile and willing to contribute to various projects.
• Acknowledge limitations and seek input from other experts.

Proactivity

• Identify gaps, challenges, and development opportunities.
• Demonstrate creativity in finding necessary resources.
• Propose new ways of doing things.
• Offer help and solutions to clientele proactively.
• Remain efficient and organized while focusing on collective goals.

Catalyst

• Act as a liaison and ensure coordination among partners.
• Solicit and value everyone’s opinions to identify solutions.
• Celebrate collective and community successes.
• Lead change by stepping outside one’s comfort zone.
• Serve as a role model for stakeholder accountability.

Competencies and Skills

• Consultation, networking, and capacity-building skills.
• Research, prioritization, and planning skills.
• Excellent public relations and promotional skills.
• Knowledge of issues specific to Francophone communities in Northwestern Ontario.
• Understanding of the needs of Francophone newcomers.
• Familiarity with organizations in Northwestern Ontario.
• A university degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant experience in immigration, economic development, or related fields.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and Google Suite.
• Excellent understanding of both French and English.
• Valid driver’s license.

Interested candidates should send their resume along with a cover letter in French to: Thomas Mercier