Position Information Position Title Business Development Manager Posting Type Permanent End Date (if applicable) Classification Title Administration 10 Pay Band 10 Min Salary $89,814 Max Salary $112,268 Position Summary Under the direction of Associate Vice President, Workforce Development, the Business Development Manager is responsible for advancing the College’s mandate as a public postsecondary institution by developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with industry, employers, government, and community. The position leads employer engagement initiatives that support corporate and contract training growth, postsecondary program alignment, and workforce development strategies. The incumbent identifies emerging labour market needs, facilitates partnership development, supports applied learning opportunities, and contributes to revenue generation while ensuring alignment with academic priorities, public accountability requirements, and institutional strategic goals. Location/Campus Thunder Bay Campus Education Minimum level of formal education required for the position 3 year diploma/degree or equivalent education Specific course(s), certification, qualification, formal training or accreditation required for the position Additional Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and sustain employer and community partnerships
- Business development and revenue generation skills
- Strong negotiation, proposal writing, and presentation skills
- Knowledge of labour market analysis and workforce development frameworks
- Experience using CRM systems and data reporting tools
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of northwestern Ontario or northeastern Ontario, and consistent experience working with and in service to Indigenous Communities/leaders in this area
Field(s) of Study Minimum three-year diploma or degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Project Management, or related field. Experience Typical number of years of experience, in addition to the necessary education level, required to perform the responsibilities of the position Minimum of five (5) years Type of Experience
- Demonstrated experience engaging employers and developing strategic partnerships
- Experience identifying and developing new revenue-generating opportunities
- Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities, businesses and governing bodies
- Experience working within complex organizational structures (e.g., postsecondary, public sector, unionized environments)
- Experience analyzing labour market data and reporting against KPIs
Posting Detail Information Posting Number AD-24-64P Close Date 06/15/2026 Hours of Work 37.5 hrs/week Shift Type Special Instructions to Applicant In keeping with our strategic plan commitment to fostering Access and Success, Community Prosperity and Institutional Excellence, we encourage applications from persons of Indigenous ancestry. In accordance with Confederation College’s core values of respect, caring and openness we are committed to providing our current and future employees with a workplace that is safe, healthy and fair. As such we are fragrance free, fully accessible and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Human Resources Services at (807) 475-6148 to make appropriate arrangements.