Executive Director

Executive Director
Job Number # 
27403
Employer 
Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Tofino
Ucluelet
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Apr 26, 2023
Apply By 
Jun 19, 2023
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
35 Per Week (2 year contract)
Wage 
$25 - $30 per hour plus benefits (based on experience)
NOC Code 
0014
Source 
Employer
Details 

The Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce is a proven business advocate at local, regional, provincial, and federal levels. We work to foster a strong and sustainable regional economy, advocate on behalf of our members and create a business-friendly environment.

The Executive Director is responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the chamber. This includes building and maintaining strong relationships with peer organizations, elected officials, and community leaders. The Executive Director oversees the role of Market Manager for Common Ground Market.

Qualifications 

The ideal candidate should have experience in the following areas;

  • Developing/managing annual plans & budgets - aligned with the strategic goals of the organization as developed by the board.
  • Ensuring financial soundness, transparency, and a balanced annual budget.
  • Collaborating with government, public policy and business leaders.
  • Demonstrate initiative when it comes to funding, events, granting opportunities etc.
  • Ability to build real value for members, balancing the tangible and intangible products and services designed to maintain and grow membership.
  • Experience creating and maintaining financially successful events and securing sponsorships from businesses/business leaders
  • Experience working with a Board of Directors.
  •    Experience managing a small team of people

Skills & Educational Requirements

  • Strong business acumen, problem solving, decision-making skills, interpersonal communications, and presentation.
  • Positive and upbeat attitude
  • Understanding of local, federal and provincial government policies.
How to Apply 

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by email (subject line: ED POSITION) chamberoffice@uclueletchamber.com

Your application should include the following:

  • a cover letter, indicating your available start date
  • detailed resume
  • 3 references