Latincouver (Business Development Specialist)

Tasks & Responsibilities :

• Play an integral role in new business pitches
• Maintain and build on the existing partners  base
• To develop unprecedented relationships within Latincouver key accounts
• Work plan approach and pitches. Work with the teams within to develop proposals that speak to our potential sponsor/partners`s needs, concerns and objectives, continual follow up and check-ins with our partners to ensure we are bringing in the most up to date info on a project.
• Gather information from our partners/ potential partners and develop good relationships with our potential and current partners and sponsors
• Help with arranging of  database of our sponsors and partners.
• Attend industry related functions, such as Association events, tradeshows and conferences, which can be useful for development of Latincouver projects
• Develop new strategies and analyze business trends within Latincouver  to report back where we need to look at for future growth.
• Promote the brand of Latincouver  throughout different sectors and markets
• Complete reporting as required by the management team
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness
• Promote opportunities for Latino immigrants to develop English language skills, learn about Canada’s labour market, network and develop professional and social networks through the Latin-Canadian Professional Network program from Latincouver

• Facilitate connections between job seekers, newcomers and students and influential entrepreneurs in the local community

Qualifications/Skills :

  Requirements from Canadian government:

• 15 -30 years old
• Citizenship, PR or refugee status holderAdditional requirements:
  • University or college in business administration, project management or other relevant discipline is a plus
  • Experience in event planning/business development is a plus
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills both in public and customers relationship maintenance
  • Deal effectively with non-routine matters and coordinate various activities
  • Take responsibility, problem solve and make independent decisions
  • Ability to work cooperatively and to coordinate with a variety of individuals both within and outside the organization in a supportive and efficient team environment
  • Cross-cultural competence and sensitivity
  • Knowledge in Latino American culture and Spanish or Portuguese are an asset
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines, fulfil client requests on short notice, work on multiple tasks and adapt to change
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Drive

  Benefits

  • Reference letter upon completion to upgrade your resume
  • Expand your professional contacts through Latincouver’s rich network
  • Feedback on your learning progress
  • Be part of a fun professional staff team
  • Learn new skills and an opportunity to practice different languages.
  • Salary: 13.85 CAD per hour/30 hours per week/8 weeks.