Senior Meetings & Events Lead — 40% Travel

Recycled Materials Association; Headquarters; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization based in Canada is seeking a Meetings Manager to support the execution of events. The successful candidate will manage logistics, coordinate with vendors, and ensure a seamless experience for attendees. Applicants should have a degree in hospitality or event management, along with strong organizational skills and 1–3 years of relevant experience. The position requires travel and evening work, offering a salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Employer subsidized insurance

Generous 401k contribution

Professional development assistance

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in event planning, hospitality, or association meetings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends as required by event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage hotel arrangements including meeting specifications and room setups.
• Coordinate sub-blocks for staff and speakers and liaise with hotel contacts.
• Lead RFP processes and contract negotiations for event services.
• Oversee staffing operations across registration and evening events.
• Plan and execute off-site events and manage venue selection.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, event management, or related field

Tools

Event management software

Job description

A nonprofit organization based in Canada is seeking a Meetings Manager to support the execution of events. The successful candidate will manage logistics, coordinate with vendors, and ensure a seamless experience for attendees. Applicants should have a degree in hospitality or event management, along with strong organizational skills and 1–3 years of relevant experience. The position requires travel and evening work, offering a salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 with a comprehensive benefits package.