Economic Development Officer Start Date: October/November 2026 Employment Status: Full-time Reporting To: Director of Economic Development & Tourism Posting Date: September 14, 2026 The Economic Development Officer is responsible for supporting the development and delivery of programs to support, sustain and strengthen business in Perth County. This position will ensure the effective delivery of Economic Development priorities. The role supports member municipalities and other County departments to advance community and business development.

Supports the Director of Economic Development & Tourism with projects and initiatives identified in County’s Strategic Plan including setting goals, timelines and systems for measuring results. Assists in the communications with member municipalities, County business organizations, stakeholders, businesses, media, and the public to strengthen business development, marketing and communications efforts. Assists in developing professional quality marketing and outreach strategies for the County to further Economic Development, including newsletters, web and social media content, print, electronic communications, and advertising campaigns.

Maintains Economic

Development information and statistics including Investment Property inventory, Investment Prospectus/Community Profile, economic and demographic information and Business Directory. Further maintains a database of contacts for managing Economic Development leads. Updates and maintains the Economic Development photo inventory, website and social media.

Represent the Economic Development Office at public events, conferences and tradeshows. Makes effective presentations to Municipal Councils and events to support outreach and promotion of the County and its Economic Development initiatives. Develops draft marketing pieces to further Economic Development priorities.





Work in a team environment to successfully deliver the functions of economic development. Assists in planning and implementing public information campaigns and special events pertaining to Economic Development. Assists in the review of external documents to ensure that the County’s Accessible Communications policy and guidelines are being met.

Engages the public/business via web and social marketing. Manages and maintains webspace’s and monitors County social media as it relates to Economic Development, Tourism and Transportation. Assists the Director in identifying opportunities to advocate on behalf of the region and the industry to municipal, provincial and general governments.

Supports the Economic Development & Tourism Division by representation at conferences, tradeshows, businesses.

Welcoming Communities

Training, Succession Planning Session). Adheres to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and County of Perth policies and procedures are adhered to. University degree or College diploma in business, public admin, economic development or marketing ~ the International Economic Development Council (CEcD), or the Project Management institute of Canada (PMP) or willingness to obtain, is considered an asset. ~3 years of direct economic development experience ~ Knowledge of economic development principles and practices ~ Experience in communications, specializing in corporate or integrated communications, public relations and marketing ~ Strong knowledge of social media ~ Shift Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (35 hours per week).

Health and dental benefit coverage OMERS Pension plan Adaptable work arrangements Career development and training Employee and family assistance program Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support the recruitment process. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.

📌 Community Economic Development Coordinator (Stratford)
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