Business Development Manager - BioGas - 1-Year Contract PT

at  ResearchNB

Reporting to the Director of Strategic Priorities, the Research Development Officer (RDO) will help to implement a program focused on the development of agriculture-based anaerobic digestion (AD) systems in New Brunswick. The RDO will work directly with agricultural producers and agri-businesses across the province to help them access funding programs to support AD development. This is a one-year term, part time (4 days per week), contract with the potential for extension into a second year.
About BioGasNB - The Government of New Brunswick has initiated a program to incentivize biogas development, recognizing the opportunity and current underdevelopment. Biogas projects offer additional revenue streams for agricultural producers by utilizing organic waste. In Canada, there’s a burgeoning economic opportunity in biogas projects due to increasing environmental consciousness and the demand for renewable energy. This creates a favorable market for developers seeking potential projects.
About ResearchNB - ResearchNB is a provincial research organization with a mandate to fund and promote the incredible research happening across the province. Our mandate covers five priority sectors; health, forestry, agriculture, oceans and energy. Our help helps to shape and inform New Brunswick’s research priorities, ensuring alignment with provincial objectives and fostering a culture of innovation. We offer competitive benefits, a team-based culture, remote work options and the opportunity to contribute to advancing the research ecosystem in our province.
Please note that this position requires a significant amount of time on the road meeting with agricultural producers. Candidates must have a valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in sciences, research, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree would be considered an asset.
• Direct experience and knowledge of agriculture and agri-business, research, or a related industry would be considered an asset.
• Strong project and task coordination/management skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to build lasting relationships with internal and external partners.
• Strategic-thinking skills and innovative and collaborative management style.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to deliver impactful presentations and represent the organization at events.
  Inclusion & Diversity: At ResearchNB, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunities as we do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, or any other protected status in our hiring process.
  Job Accommodation: ResearchNB is committed to providing accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation for a disability during any part of the application or interview process, please let us know. We will ensure that you have all the support and resources to participate fully in our hiring process. We will respect your privacy and confidentiality. Just know that your request for accommodation will not affect your employment opportunities with us.
  Job Type: Part-time
  Pay: $35.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 28 per week
  Work Location: In perso