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Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 04/03/2024Worker Type: PermanentLanguage(s) Required: English, FrenchTerm Duration (in months):Salary Range (plus eligible to receive a performance based incentive, applicable to position) : $132,517 - $179,289Passion for supporting agtech and agribusiness entrepreneur success required.Under the direction of the VP Business Development & Ecosystem Support, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be a strategic partner to entrepreneurs in the agtech and innovative agribusiness ecosystem.Drive value creation for entrepreneurs by leveraging your own experience and knowledge, in addition to the strength of the FCC platform. You\xe2\x80\x99ll be a trusted partner to the early-stage ecosystem, focused on creating connectivity and increasing entrepreneurs\xe2\x80\x99 probability of succeeding, while communicating your insights to key internal and external stakeholders.This position is designated bilingual (English and French), and the successful candidate must be able to communicate in both of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s official languages.What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do:Build relationships with entrepreneurs and key ecosystem stakeholdersAssess and activate internal FCC capabilities in support of improving outcomes for start-ups and entrepreneurs and their associated stakeholders (notably entrepreneurs and early-stage companies)Actively participate in partner events and programming, including public speaking, office hours and mentorshipBuild and manage reporting framework and deliverables with FCC senior leadershipWhat we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for:Confident communicator with strong analytical skillsAbility to connect and build business relationshipsSales and negotiation skills combined with sound judgmentSelf-starter who embraces changeOrganizational pro who can manage multiple prioritiesWhat you\xe2\x80\x99ll need:A bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in business or commerce and at least seven years of related experienceExperience building and managing strategic relationshipsEstablished knowledge and understanding of the technology and innovation ecosystem, with specific familiarity with the venture capital, accelerator, and incubator landscape in Canada and internationallyA drive to help others achieve their goalsPassion for entrepreneurship, innovation and technology in agriculture

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