Executive Director

Eastern Charlotte Chamber of Commerce; Saint George; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A local business organization in Saint George, New Brunswick is seeking a part-time leader to drive programs and services for its members. This role involves public speaking, event planning, and managing relationships within the community. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational and advocacy skills, with experience in strategic planning and management. This position offers 20-30 hours of work per week, requiring flexibility in hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Profound knowledge of small businesses and the region of Eastern Charlotte.
• Demonstrated experience with strategic planning.
• Management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Chamber's development and services.
• Manage fundraising events and workshops.
• Regularly communicate with the Board of Directors.

Skills

Public advocacy

Government relations

Organizational skills

Customer/member relations

Facilitation skills

Competencies in Microsoft Suite

Social Media applications

Canva

Education

Formal training in communications, public relations

Job description

Position Overview:

Reporting to a Board of Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for the leadership and development of the Chamber, the provision of programs and services for the Chamber’s members and will act as the Chamber’s key public spokesperson. Responsibilities will evolve, but can be expected to include:

Responsibilities:

• Program and Service Development
• Project management (i.e. monthly newsletter, fundraising events)
• Event planning (i.e. workshops, trade shows)
• Public speaking/presentations
• Website and social media account maintenance
• Policy, Planning and Board Support
• Development of Chamber documents (i.e. policy and procedures manual)
• Regular communication with the Board of Directors, including attendance at monthly board meetings
• Financial
• budgeting
• Human Resource Management
• Recruitment and management of seasonal staff and volunteers
• Community Relations and Partnerships
• Development and maintenance of relationships with stakeholders and government
• Representing the views and interests of the Chamber as it represents the members at local forums
• Media Relations

Requirements:

· Profound knowledge of small businesses and the region of Eastern Charlotte.

· Competencies in Microsoft Suite, Social Media applications and Canva.

· Experience in public advocacy and government relations.

· Demonstrated experience with strategic planning.

· Management experience.

· Financial experience.

· Organizational skills.

· Strong skills in customer/member relations.

· Facilitation skills.

· Familiarity with non-profit organization and/or association operations.

Formal training/post-secondary education related to communications, public relations, ETC., is considered an asset but not a requirement. Equivalent experience will be considered.

This position will require travel throughout the region of Eastern Charlotte, and occasionally, provincial travel (reimbursable) may occur. This position is for 20-28 hours/week. Due the nature of the job, it is expected that you will work varying hours (evenings and weekends as well). This is a remote position; however, an office location should be expected within the first year.

The application deadline for this position has been extended and must be received (in electronic format). Only candidates selected for interviews will be notified. Applications may be sent to:

Eastern Charlotte Chamber of Commerce

[e-mail]

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 28 – 30 per week

Work Location: In person