Job Description

The Clarence Campeau Development Fund is a highly successful Aboriginal Financial Institution and has been in operation since 1997. The Mission of the Clarence Campeau Development Fund is to improve the economic circumstances of Saskatchewan M?tis by providing unsecured, zero percent loans and grants for business and community economic development. More information can be obtained by visiting our website at www.clarencecampeau.com. The Clarence Campeau Development Fund is now accepting applications for the following full-time, permanent position: Business Development Specialist What Can CCDF Offer You?

• Join a team of highly motivated professionals where teamwork, integrity, and respect are valued.
• Grow your career through professional development and training initiatives.
• Work for a company where work-life-balance initiatives are valued and practiced.
• Receive competitive compensation and benefit packages.

Position Overview: As a Business Development Specialist, you will have the opportunity to establish and grow long-term relationships with new and existing M?tis Entrepreneurs and Communities. Your passion for business, as well as your entrepreneurial spirit and skill, allows you to support your clients and provide advice regarding their business needs. Applying your mindset for external marketing and client acquisition, you will develop new business, deepen client relationships, and help M?tis business clients succeed. What will you do?

• Meet with entrepreneurs, clients and prospects and discuss with them the specifics of their business and identify a CCDF service offering appropriate to their needs.
• Analyze, negotiate, structure and present high-quality loan proposals while exercising sound judgement.
• Manage and maintain a portfolio of M?tis entrepreneurs.
• Be active in your business communities by effectively networking with various associations, financial institutions, government agencies and chambers of commerce in order to develop business relationships and obtain references that will facilitate new client acquisitions.
• Support business growth through the development and coordination of marketing materials and activities using traditional and social media mediums.
• Provide presentations to entrepreneurs and communities.
• Serve as a representative of the CCDF at conferences, seminars, workshops, committees, and other gatherings. Assisting in brand development while maintaining a consistent brand image.
• Identifying opportunities to improve marketing and communication processes and activities to improve overall efficiency.
• Willingness to travel to communities and visit clients frequently in assigned portfolios.

What qualifications are we looking for?

• An Undergraduate degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in commerce or business administration.
• Experience in small business or commercial lending would be an asset.
• An understanding and empathy for the challenges of M?tis people and communities
• Knowledge of M?tis history in Saskatchewan and a passion for helping M?tis people increase their self-sufficiency and quality of life.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently, while also participating collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and complete deliverables with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn other programs.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Self-starter with strong sense of accountability and initiative and demonstrated flexibility and adaptability.
• Legal status to work in Canada.

Preference for this position may be given to qualified M?tis applicants. A driver?s license as well as access to a vehicle will be required. Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo security screening, including a credit and criminal record check. Deadline for receipt of applications: May 31, 2023 Please submit your resume and cover letter by mail, fax or email to: Clarence Campeau Development Fund 2158 Airport Drive Saskatoon Saskatchewan, S7L 7C2 Fax: (306) 657-4890 Email: info@clarencecampeau.com We appreciate all responses and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-05-31