Youth Ventures Coordinator

Are you looking to join an exciting organization?
Want a job that will shape your skills in working with youth and the general public?
Are you wondering if there could be a future for you in Southern Labrador?
Well, we have a job for you!

The Southeastern Aurora Development Corporation will oversee the Youth Ventures Program in the Cartwright-Lodge Bay area.

The Youth Ventures Program provides excellent support to young people wishing to explore the opportunities for small business.

Start Date: May 3rd, 2010
Salary: $13.00 hour

The Youth Ventures Coordinator must have a valid driving license and access to a vehicle to conduct weekly activities throughout the region. Preference will be given to students studying Business. The office of the Youth Ventures Coordinator will be discussed in consultation with the successful applicant.

Resume is requested to be submitted in PDF format with the applicant as the file name to: sadc@nf.aibn.com

Deadline to Apply: 4:00 pm, (Labrador time) Monday April 12th, 2010

There are approximately 100 seasonal and year round businesses operating in the region. The majority of businesses are retail; the fishing sector employs the greatest number of people. As communities change and people leave the region to secure work elsewhere, an increasing number of businesses are feeling the financial crunch. The SADC board of directors is aware of the tremendous burden these businesses are experiencing and have organized several forums to network and plan. Business and local entrepreneurs are extremely important to the socio-economic well-being of the region. The board and staff on every occasion emphases the importance of small business, and attempt to engage business leaders in decisions and seek their advise.

Availability of land and new opportunities for business development