Canadian German Chamber of Industry and Commerce Inc.
Company Profile
The Canadian German Chamber promotes bilateral economic relations between Canada and Germany and is recognized as an official German Chamber of Commerce abroad by the Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce, Berlin. The Chamber is the primary contact for German and Canadian companies, organizations and individuals interested in market entry into the respective other country. The Chamber is a non-profit organization located in Toronto, ON, with a total headcount of 22 employees.
Position Summary
This position aims to initiate, plan and implement projects and services for corporate and public clients in Canada and Germany. These projects and services include writing project proposals, organizing publicly subsidized projects, delegations, and investment promotion activities as well as market entry consulting and business development tasks in different industries for German and Canadian clients.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s in Business, International Business or Social Sciences
- Minimum two years experience in Sales & Marketing, Project Management, Business Development
- Experience in working with stakeholders from the private, non-profit and governmental sector
- Knowledge of and interest in different industries (for example automotive, food, energy, others)
Languages
Must be fluent in English and German, French is an asset
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Project management including writing project proposals, planning, executing, monitoring and completing/following up on publicly subsidized projects and other projects funded by German and Canadian clients (e.g. business trip programs, conferences and seminars, trade show participation)
- Tailored consulting services for German and Canadian companies (such as market studies, identification of business partners, organization of business trip, etc.),
- Handling of general inquiries from German and Canadian clients
- Developing specific industry knowledge based on projects
Thank you for your interest. Please apply (resume and cover letter) by Tuesday, April 10, 2024, on LinkedIn or by emailing HR@germanchamber.ca.
Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.