Business Development Coordinator

We are looking for an organized, collaborative and communicative professional who is enthusiastic about making an impact on Winnipeg and its future. If you believe in our city, have a passion for people and process, and are interested in helping our organization operate at its best, consider joining our dynamic and growing team!

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Business Development, this entry-level role designed for individuals eager to learn and grow within economic and business development. The position supports the Business Development (BD) team in its mandate to understand and deliver on the needs of Winnipeg businesses, mobilize the right partners and resources, and champion our city to drive meaningful economic impact.

The Business Development Coordinator (BDC) ensures the accuracy and timely delivery of projects to support economic development efforts, and to enable the team to pursuit of high-potential business and investment opportunities which contribute meaningfully to the Winnipeg economy.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Act as an ambassador for the City of Winnipeg, the Province of Manitoba, and Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism (Winnipeg EDT), demonstrating the highest levels of professionalism and integrity.
• Support the Business Development team in the execution of key research projects that contribute to business and economic development activity.
• Support the development and advancement of business development opportunities through the preparation of proposals, presentations, information packages, correspondence, and other supporting documentation.
• Assist with identification, qualification, tracking, and management of business leads and opportunities through market research and tools.
• Provide general coordination and administrative support for business development projects, initiatives, and team activities.
• Coordinate the Business Development team’s reporting requirements, including tracking key performance indicators, monitoring progress, and preparing updates for internal and executive reporting.
• Actively participate in business development activities across Winnipeg EDT’s key strategic sectors, and contribute to departmental planning, priority-setting, and the strategic planning cycle as required.
• Coordinate and maintain the Business Development team’s event and travel calendar, supporting the planning and execution of business development missions, trade shows, industry events, and other business engagement activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant information and share insights that strengthen business development efforts.
• Organize, coordinate and manage corporate, client, and economic information, through full utilization of the Salesforce CRM, ensuring data accuracy.
• Serve as the first point of contact for reactive inquiries and opportunities, providing superior customer service while managing a diverse range of requests and re-prioritizing to meet deadlines.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Energetic, hard working and passionate about strengthening Winnipeg’s economy.
• Exceptional communications skills – written and verbal, with the ability to document various aspects of work in an objective, meaningful, and concise manner.
• Basic research, data collection, and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask, anticipate needs, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgement to know when and how to ask for support or flag potential issues before they manifest.
• Proactive and action-oriented, with attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and high levels of motivation, dedication, creativity and an ability to understand the ‘big picture’.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Post-secondary education in business, marketing, or related discipline required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / Office 365 products including Teams required.
• Experience with CRM platforms an asset.
• Project management experience an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time, in-office position with standard business hours.
• Require occasional lifting of office supplies and setting up meeting spaces.

DIVERSE TEAMS CREATE BETTER IDEAS AND GROWTH IN OUR CITY!

A strong connector between business, industry, educational institutions and governments, Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism knows the most diverse teams bring about the best results when it comes to innovation, growth, and impact on a community.

Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism values team members who are diverse in age, gender identity, race and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientation, physical and mental abilities. Diverse voices are critical in the next chapter of Winnipeg’s economic growth and contribute to our city’s success.

We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. Requests will be handled confidentially and will not impact your application status. If you require any accommodations, please contact careers@winnipegedt.com.

HOW TO APPLY

Option One:

1. Visit https://workinmanitoba.ca/ and click "Connect with employers now". Then follow the steps to create or log into your account.

2. Search for Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism in the Work in Manitoba job portal.

3. Submit your resume and cover letter through the portal.

Option Two:

1. Submit your resume and cover letter to careers@winnipegedt.com

Applications will be accepted until 4pm, November 29, 2026. We thank all applicants for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.