National Engagement Lead – Inclusive Trade at Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

Application deadline: November 27, 2025

Join the EDC Team!

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.

Position: National Engagement Lead – Inclusive Trade

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation Details

• Business Development 18: Salaries typically range from $94,037 to $126,219 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.
  
  

Location:

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, currently requiring employees to work in the office 2 days per week. (subject to change)
• This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Brossard, Laval, Calgary, Halifax, or Vancouver.
• Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.
  
  

About EDC

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC?

• Collaborate with a diverse, experienced team – Work alongside talented professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to drive success.
• Thrive in a supportive, teamwork-driven environment – Flourish in a workplace where collaboration and mutual support are paramount.
• Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets – Make a meaningful difference by fostering sustainable development in key regions around the world.
• Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers, and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers – Join a company that is celebrated for its commitment to excellence, diversity, and work-life balance.
• Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package:
• Flexible benefits – Our program lets you choose coverage that suits your unique needs, including Medical, Dental, Life, and more. Plus, we offer additional Flex credits to tailor your plan even further.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan – Secure your future with our generous matching program that helps you save for retirement.
• Competitive vacation program – Enjoy a work-life balance with our competitive vacation program, starting with 4 weeks of vacation and 2 floater days each year for permanent employees.
• Comprehensive wellness programs – Stay healthy and happy with access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs.
• Professional Development – Advance your career with our support for growth and development through conferences, language training, and educational opportunities.
  

Team Overview

The Inclusive Trade team is accountable for evolving and implementing EDC’s strategy to strengthen and communicate our value proposition to help more Canadian companies owned by members of underserved groups. As part of the Small Business and Partnership Group, and in line with EDC’s customer segment strategy, we focus our support for inclusive trade companies in the micro and small segment. Through our inclusive trade efforts, we have a targeted strategy for Canadian companies owned by members of equity-seeking groups—including women, Indigenous peoples, Black and other racialized Canadians, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

We believe that improving access to, and the relevance of, EDC’s financial and knowledge solutions is essential for achieving our goal of helping more Canadian companies realize their international growth potential. Our team works directly with business owners, providing practical guidance and support as they navigate the exporter journey. We help companies identify opportunities, overcome barriers, and connect with the right resources—whether through EDC or our network of partners.

Partnerships are central to our approach. We collaborate with financial institutions, government agencies, and community organizations to extend our reach, address market gaps, and ensure our products and services are relevant and accessible. The team coordinates EDC’s presence at key ecosystem events, builds strategic relationships, and works with partners to develop new opportunities for inclusive trade businesses.

We are accountable for measuring our impact. The team tracks engagement, partnership outcomes, and return on investment to ensure our initiatives deliver tangible results for the businesses we serve and for EDC. By continuously gathering market intelligence and feedback, we refine our strategy and adapt our programs to meet evolving needs.

What You Will Be Doing

• Serve as the market-facing representative for EDC’s Inclusive Trade strategy, engaging directly with exporters from equity-seeking groups.
• Conduct discovery calls to assess business needs and provide export readiness guidance tailored to each company.
• Facilitate warm handoffs to internal EDC teams or external partners, ensuring businesses receive appropriate support
• Track and measure all outreach and engagement activities in EDC’s CRM system to ensure accurate reporting and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners, acting as a trusted partner throughout their exporter journey.
• Identify barriers to international growth and work collaboratively to help companies access EDC’s financial and knowledge solutions.
• Support transaction teams by providing relevant information and context to enable successful outcomes for Inclusive Trade businesses.
  
  

Support the development and organizational alignment of both near-term strategies and longer-term roadmaps to improve EDC’s accessibility and service relevance for Inclusive Trade companies.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Inclusive Trade, providing insights and guidance for internal briefing notes, research, reporting, market intelligence, thought leadership, training, communications, and general advice across the organization and broader community.
• Gather and share market intelligence through direct engagement with the Inclusive Trade business community and ecosystem of partners to inform strategy and approach.
  
  

As the National Engagement Lead on Inclusive Trade, you will play a market-facing role, engaging directly with inclusive trade companies, especially micro/small and early-stage exporters.

You will represent EDC’s Inclusive Trade strategy in the market, building relationships and trust with business owners from equity-seeking groups. Your responsibilities will include supporting discovery calls, providing export readiness guidance, and facilitating warm handoffs to internal teams or external partners to ensure companies receive the right support at the right time. You will work collaboratively with a passionate and dedicated team, as well as colleagues across EDC, to build organizational knowledge and capabilities that deliver on Inclusive Trade outcomes.

What We Are Looking For

• Lived experience as a member of one or multiple equity-deserving groups (women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, or 2SLGBTQI+).
• Demonstrated interest and understanding of issues, challenges and barriers faced by diverse business owners.
• Well-developed network and experience working within the Canadian ecosystem supporting small and diverse businesses and exporters.
• Strong understanding of EDC’s solutions (e.g. Insurance, bonding, financing, and partnerships)
• Public speaking experience
• University degree in business, finance, marketing, international relations, or a related field.
• At least 7 years’ experience in business development, partnership management, marketing, sales or international trade
• Knowledge of best practices in sales and relationship management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
  
  

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience leveraging CRM system to ensure accurate reporting and continuous improvement.
  
  

Eligibility

• EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.
  
  

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.

Apply today!

Want to learn more about EDC? Check our website here https://www.edc.ca

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.

We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.

Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact the Recruitment team at [email protected].

Posting Date

Nov 6, 2025, 2:42:07 PM

Primary Location:

Ontario-Ottawa

Job Type

Permanent

Schedule

Full-time

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