Business Advisor-City Of Brampton

JOB TITLE:  Business Advisor

DEPARTMENT:  Office of the CAO

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  1

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Temporary 6-months

HOURS OF WORK:  35 hour workweek / variable hours

LOCATION:  West Tower

HOURLY RATE:  $47.00

JOB TYPE:  Management and Administration

POSTING DATE:  March 25, 2025

CLOSING DATE:  March 29, 2025

 

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Manager, Entrepreneurial Services, this position is responsible for support to the established small business sector in Brampton and the implementation of a range of activities in order to meet the City’s strategic goals for a prosperous and vibrant community.

 

1. Small Business Advice & Facilitation. Respond to established small business issues and consult with clients to determine their needs, progress and appropriate strategies for business success. Advise clients on all aspects of business, including feasibility and risk assessment, business model development, market research and financial planning. Review and critique business plans. Conduct analysis and apply conclusions to diagnose issues that inhibit business growth. Conduct research to address the unique needs of individual clients. Build long-term relationships and maintain active contact with clients. Track inquiries and maintain client records in CRM database. Monitor progress and report metrics/statistics monthly.

 

2. Prepare and disseminate information. Research emerging trends and best practices and maintain up-to-date information on the small business sector. Maintain current knowledge of local economic trends and policies which impact business. Deliver seminars and facilitate workshops based on industry trends and small business needs. Disseminate information and promotional literature to clients. Prepare formal responses to ad hoc information requests and special small business initiatives. Prepare reports, presentations, speaking notes and information requests to both internal and external parties. Deliver public speaking presentations to business associations on various small business topics. Ensure all information is accurate, consistent and maintains corporate standards and legislative requirements.

 

3. Project leadership. Takes the lead in projects that feature special events planning, liaising with others around and outside the City, and delegate coordination.. Leads projects to implement other marketing and revenue-generating activities such as special events, sponsorship etc. Develops marketing plans that will engage local business
owners that will sustain continuous growth and development. Benchmarks and stays knowledgeable on trends and community needs and makes recommendations for future networking and partnerships. Act as a liaison to develop programs and promote government initiatives that encourage successful business start-ups and support business growth. Identify local business development opportunities and develop strategies for existing business to expand and grow. Build relationships and maintain active contact with agencies that support economic development.

4. Marketing & Promotion. Promote the services of the Entrepreneur Centre to entrepreneurs and established small business owners. Apply research to determine best ways to reach target audiences. Deliver presentations to post-secondary educational institutions and business associations regarding the small business services available through the Economic Development Office. Compile articles for both internal and external readership and participate in speaking engagements within the community. Promote Brampton at events, functions and tradeshows.

 

5. Liaise and present. Attends organization meetings and liaise with community leaders, members of City Council, business leaders, staff in a positive, diplomatic, pro-active and responsive manner. Appears before large and small groups and deliver presentations.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA:

 

EDUCATION:

• • High School (Grade 12) plus an additional program of three (3) to four (4) years in Business Administration or equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• • 3 to 5 years relevant experience in a customer service focused environment preferably in public sector environment;

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• • Superior customer service/public relations skills coupled with excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Knowledge of Brampton business community is preferred;
  • Excellent research and analysis skills;
  • Computer and data management skills, Proficient in MS Office suite-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CRM Database
  • Excellent written and oral presentation skills; comfortable in public speaking role
  • Strong organizational skills and time management skills;
  • Excellent report writing and demonstrated track record in presenting to small and large groups;
  • Project Management experience and application of methodology is essential;
  • Good analytical skills for complex problem solving;
  • Must possess a valid non-probationary Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle;
  • Full or partial completion of Ec.D. designation through EDAC an asset
    

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

 

Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

                                                                    

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above by March 29, 2025 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.                         and complete the attached questionnaire.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

 

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions.  Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question.  All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable.  The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

 

Please be advised, the City of Brampton uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the Job Competition and your application will be removed from the Competition.

 

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