Northern Development Advisor (1)

← Back to search results Apply By: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Northern Development Advisor Job ID: 249835 Posting status: Open Organization: Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth Division: Northern Development Division, Regional Economic Development Branch City: Dryden Position(s) language: English Job term: 1 Temporary (up to 9 months with possible extension) Job code: 12124 - Industrial Development Officer 3 Salary: $1,627.28 - $2,077.03 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement. Apply now Accessibility support Make a meaningful impact in Northern Ontario's growth and future. Do you love everything Northern Ontario has to offer – its vast waters, breathtaking landscapes and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors? This role offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to the growth and prosperity of the North. As part of the Dryden Area Team of the Regional Economic Development Branch (REDB), you will work directly with clients to support economic development, business growth, and community advancement across the Dryden region. Come join our team today, where REDB thrives on collaboration, innovation, teamwork and inclusion About the jobAs a member of an integrated area economic development team, you will:
• Provide advisory and consultative services to economic and social organizations, municipal leaders and businesses
• Participate in the development, coordination and delivery of programs and initiatives in the north
• Prepare briefing materials, reports and responses to inquiries from associations, stakeholders, the public and internal staff
• Establish linkages and maintain on-going relationships with stakeholders and other partners
• Manage projects and undertake research and analysis What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements• Valid (class G) driver's license to travel to remote areas that may be inaccessible by other means of transportation
Specialized Knowledge• You understand provincial and federal programs related to economic and community development and sector issues and trends.
• You have knowledge of business development/planning, funding approval processes and financial and accounting principles and practices to understand business feasibility and project proposals.
Leadership and Project Management Skills• You have demonstrated leadership and project management skills in leading task teams, coordinating projects, conducting financial analysis, and managing issues.
• You can review and evaluate project applications.
Research and Analytical Skills• You have demonstrated research and analytical skills to review economic and statistical research and analysis, and economic trends and principles.
Communication Skills• You have effective oral and written communication skills to exchange information, make presentations, collaborate with clients, and to compose letters, technical reports and presentations.
• You have experience using computer applications and software including word processing, spreadsheet, database, email and internet.
Interpersonal and Relationship Management Skills• You have interpersonal, relationship management and negotiation skills to work with individuals, businesses, groups and organizations.
• You can work independently and participate on multidisciplinary teams. Don't meet every qualification?If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate! How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
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• accessibility
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Additional information: Apply by: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Position details:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 9 months, 479 Government Rd, Dryden, North Region

Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Work hours: Schedule 6 Category: Consulting and Planning Posted on: Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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• N-ND-249835/26

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