Growth Officer
About Us:
Growing Greater Miramichi is an economic development division of the Greater Miramichi Regional Service Commission. We are passionate about building a strong, thriving, and future-ready region—by supporting local business, attracting investment, and enhancing workforce and community capacity.
We’re currently looking for a Growth Officer to help lead this important work.
Your Role:
Reporting to the Director of Regional Economic Development, the Growth Officer will support the development and delivery of strategic initiatives that grow local businesses, strengthen workforce capacity, and advance regional priorities. You will serve as a connector between communities, entrepreneurs, partners, and opportunities—driving real impact in both urban and rural areas.
Key Responsibilities:
· Serve as the first point of contact for businesses seeking support or expansion advice.
· Help entrepreneurs navigate business planning, marketing, digitization, financing, and other growth services.
· Coordinate business support programs, workforce events, and regional workshops.
· Support community-led economic development projects across the region.
· Facilitate workforce development efforts, including job board maintenance, employer engagement, and partnership-building.
· Track regional data to support strategic planning and promote available resources.
· Represent the region at stakeholder events and collaborate with provincial/federal partners.
What You Bring:
· 2+ years’ experience in economic development, community planning, business support, or a related field.
· Strong relationship-building, facilitation, and communication skills.
· Experience working with rural communities and/or regional partners.
· Proficiency in digital tools and data collection.
· Self-starter with strong organizational and project management skills.
· Post-secondary education in business, economics, planning, or related area.
· Bilingualism (French/English) is considered a strong asset.
· Willingness to travel throughout the region and work occasional evenings.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to help shape the future of the Greater Miramichi. You’ll be part of a collaborative, community-driven team making tangible impact through innovative programs and regional leadership.
The Greater Miramichi Service Commission values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusiveness at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We seek talented individuals to join our team and welcome applications from all diverse groups. We encourage applicants to request accommodation to support them throughout the recruitment process.
To apply for this unique opportunity, please submit your application to hr@gmsc.ca and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.
Salary Range: $55,000 to $75,000
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In perso

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