Operations Specialist

Stocksy United; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A visual media cooperative is seeking an experienced professional for a fully remote role focused on operations and communications. Responsibilities include managing member communications and overseeing strategic projects. Successful candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in similar roles, a proven track record in program management, and familiarity with collaboration tools. The position offers a generous salary range and comprehensive health benefits, fostering a creative work environment.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Annual education and wellness allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in operations, communications, or similar roles.
• Proven track record of effective program management in small or medium-sized businesses.
• Experience developing and executing communications plans in a remote business environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure transparent and accessible communication within the cooperative.
• Oversee membership communications and events.
• Manage member forums and provide clear responses.

Skills

Program management

Communication plan development

Leadership in remote environments

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Tools

Asana

GSuite

Slack

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Visual Media Cooperative

Why consider this opportunity

• Salary range of $60,000 to $75,000 per year, reflective of experience and expertise
• Fully remote role that empowers you to shape a work environment where your creativity and productivity thrive
• Generous paid time off, including six weeks of paid vacation, unlimited paid sick days, and a paid volunteer day
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits (or a health spending account for team members outside Canada)
• Annual $1,000 allowance dedicated to your education and wellness
• Opportunity to leave a meaningful mark on a cooperative that values operational excellence

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Ensure transparent and accessible communication within the cooperative, driving member communication plans and collaborating with stakeholders
• Oversee membership communications, events, and initiatives, including all-hands meetings and annual reports
• Manage member forums and provide clear, concise responses while coordinating with key stakeholders
• Lead and manage strategic project initiatives, promoting lean and agile principles across the organization
• Maintain compliance with the Cooperative Association Act and manage all governance-related policy updates

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in operations, communications, or similar roles
• Proven track record of effective program management in small or medium-sized businesses
• Experience developing and executing communications plans in a remote business environment
• Familiarity with project management software (Asana an asset), GSuite, Slack, and other collaboration tools
• Experience leading and working with international and remote teams in a cross-functional and agile environment

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Certified Scrum Master
• Project Management Practitioner
• Experience managing relationships with external stakeholders and PR opportunities
• Experience delivering strategic communications for diverse audiences, considering cultural and language factors

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