Senior Officer, Employer Acquisition and Partnerships

TERM Fixed-term contract until March 31, 2026

SALARY Bi-weekly gross salary of $2,310

LOCATION Head Office, Montréal, QC, or remote anywhere in Canada.

This role is new and reports to the Senior Manager, Marketing and External Relations. As the Senior Officer, Employer Acquisition and Partnerships, you will be responsible for national employer engagement, lead generation, and securing meaningful placement opportunities that directly support the FuturePerfect program’s strategic goals.

WHO WE ARE

Since its inception in 1977, Katimavik has been a cornerstone of youth empowerment, community enrichment, and the vision for a more inclusive Canada. Guided by our unwavering belief in the potential of today's youth to shape tomorrow's world, we have adapted to emerging challenges while staying true to our founding principles. Being a member of Katimavik staff means embracing excellence, seizing untapped potential, and taking initiative. With robust standards and a vision of remaining a leader in youth empowerment, your contributions are vital for Katimavik to continue making a tangible impact in youth and communities from coast to coast to coast.

Why join our team?

• Be part of a national organization that helps shape and develop diverse youth as engaged, caring citizens and capable contributors and leaders for a better Canada.
• Evolve in a dynamic and collaborative environment focused on constant enhancement, fostering understanding, respect, and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and with Canada’s other diverse cultures, regions, and the environment.
• Join a team that knows it can make more in the private sector but is committed to Katimavik’s mission which includes acting in ways that benefit others, not just ourselves.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

In this role, you will drive national employer acquisition efforts and convert leads into meaningful work placements that directly support youth success across Canada.

Employer Outreach & Lead Generation (50%)

• Execute daily high-volume outreach (calls, emails, follow-ups) to grow the employer pipeline.
• Convert qualified leads into confirmed employer partnerships offering meaningful youth work placements.
• Understand employer needs and align them with FuturePerfect participant skills and program objectives.
• Guide employers through the full placement process from first contact to confirmation.
• Track all employer interactions and placement progress in Katimavik’s CRM system.
• Represent Katimavik professionally in meetings, calls, and events with employers and community partners.

Sales Strategy, Reporting & Performance Optimization (30%)

• Lead the national standardization of the FuturePerfect Employment Placement presentation deck.
• Develop a clear two-page guide for Youth Employability Coordinators (YECs) on how to identify, approach, and recruit employer placements.
• Use CRM tools to ensure accurate data tracking, reporting, and follow-up management.
• Recommend improvements to outreach messaging, sales tools, and engagement tactics.
• Support the refinement of national employer engagement strategies using data-driven insights.
• Deliver internal training on best practices for employer outreach, lead generation, and placement conversion.

Relationship Management (20%)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employer inquiries and support needs.
• Ensure employer satisfaction and alignment with Katimavik’s values and FuturePerfect goals.
• Uphold Katimavik’s values and ensure employer partnerships align with organizational standards.
• Maintain professional communication with employers during the placement confirmation process.

YOU ARE THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IF

• You are fully bilingual in English and French.
• You are motivated by goals, metrics, and hitting monthly outreach and placement targets.
• You have experience in sales, business development, recruitment, or employer relations.
• You thrive in high-volume outreach and can handle frequent rejection professionally.
• You excel at generating leads, building pipelines, and converting employers into placements.
• You are highly organized and able to manage multiple outreach streams at once.
• You are data-driven and comfortable using CRM tools (Salesforce is an asset).
• You communicate persuasively and can clearly present the value of FuturePerfect to employers.
• You build strong relationships and represent Katimavik’s values with integrity.
• You pursue excellence in your work, meticulously attending to details and taking initiative.

We appreciate all those who apply however, only those who are moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.

Katimavik is committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and creating a work environment where everyone is respected and included, with a primary focus on finding the best employee for each role. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous people, visible minorities, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Candidates are welcome to self-identify in their cover letter.