Great Job, Deadline Today - December 4

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ECC Program Manager
November 15, 2008 - 8:24pm - Gregory Lam

Location:
Toronto, Ontario
Application Deadline:
Dec 4 2008
Posted On:
November 15 2008

ABOUT EAST COAST CONNECTED

Founded in 2007, East Coast Connected (ECC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating a community hub for Atlantic Canadians currently living in the Greater Toronto Area. ECC operates a series of programs and events, including the Atlantic Business Summit, Coast & Cocktails and the East Coast Army.

ECC advocates the idea of brain circulation as opposed to the traditional concept of brain drain. The circulation concept recognizes that Atlantic Canadians everywhere possess tremendous goodwill towards their home which is an asset that can benefit the region when people are engaged.

ECC continues to forge strong relationships within the business community, public sector and academic leaders. In 2009, ECC plans to lead the formation of a second chapter in the Ottawa area.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

The PROGRAM MANAGER will work closely with and report to the ECC President for the coordination and delivery of a wide range of functions in support of the development and operation of East Coast Connected. The incumbent will be expected to learn and participate in the many aspects of the organization.
NATURE AND SCOPE

This role blends promotional and administrative responsibilities and is expected to be central to the continued success and growth of ECC. The PROGRAM MANAGER will execute management initiatives, provide our members and stakeholders with a consistent flow of useful information about our services and initiatives, and provide management with concise business and market reports that will facilitate decision-making and growth.

The PROGRAM MANAGER will interface with the President, the Board of Directors if required, and various committees within ECC. The incumbent will also deal with members, volunteers, suppliers, sponsors, and various other organizations with connections to ECC.

Occasional evening and weekend work will be required. Some travel may be required.
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. In coordination with ECC executives and committee leaders, manage literature, website content, social media and promotional initiatives.
2. Play a key role in event co-ordination.
3. Research and compile databases of potential ECC sponsors, partners, etc.
4. Actively participate in identifying market segments, trends and marketing or partnering opportunities.
5. Participate in the production of newsletters, including editorial and writing duties.
6. Coordinate and manage administrative duties in preparation of ECC Board meetings and Advisory Panel meetings, as required. May be asked to attend certain ECC Board meetings and functions.
7. Administration of eastcoastconnected.ca including email blasts/newsletters, user management, posting / sourcing content (stories, events, careers) and moderating comments/events/careers for spam or inappropriate content.
8. Develop and report objective feedback from ECC members and stakeholders.
9. Compile and prepare summary sales, website statistics, membership poll information and business reports as required periodically by management.
10. Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Familiarity with issues and opportunities pertinent to Atlantic Canada. Connections within the region’s business, public sector, cultural and academic communities a plus.
2. Good business savvy and an ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of an organization. Demonstrated ability in a business development / marketing role an asset.
3. A self-starter with the ability to work independently with a minimal level of supervision.
4. Strong and versatile writing skills. Advanced ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
5. A demonstrated commitment to the community.
6. Ability to communicate effectively verbally in English required, and French an asset.
7. Previous experience administering a website, including familiarity with CMS fundamentals, FTP and HTML 4.01 markup, social media, the ability to contribute to the overall development of the site and to source content would be an asset.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to info@eastcoastconnected.ca. Submission deadline is December 4, 2008. East Coast Connected thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


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Job Posting: Heart & Stroke Nova Scotia

From the Mount PR Department blog:

http://msvupr.blogspot.com/2008/11/job-opportunity-heart-and-stroke.html



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Job Opps: Alberta and Nova Scotia

A couple of reposts from the Mount PR blog:

University of Alberta
http://msvupr.blogspot.com/2008/08/job-opportunity-at-university-of.html

Geoff Regan, M.P.
http://msvupr.blogspot.com/2008/07/job-opportunity.html


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MSVU Toronto Public Relations Grads - Job Posting

You might be interested:


Sobeys
Director of Corporate Communications
Senior Level
Part Time Permanent Staff Position

Job Description
Sobeys has an exceptional opportunity for a Director of Corporate Communications within the National Communications & Corporate Affairs Department. With exposure to the CEO, this role provides critical internal communications support to the organization in addition to providing external public relations counsel and support for select Company-wide initiatives. The breakdown between internal and external responsibilities would be approximately 70/30.As a key member of the Company’s Communications team, the successful candidate will:• Work with senior leadership, including the CEO, providing communications counsel and lead the development and execution of national internal communications strategies to support the Company's business strategy• Provide change management communications counsel and support to the organization to help advance the Company’s business strategy • Manage multiple communication projects from development to implementation• Put processes in place to evaluate communication effectiveness and manage the feedback process• Ensure timely and accurate administration and content development of internal and external web-based communication tools.• Develop and/or edit written documents and presentations to support the Company's goals and objectives including content and coordination of newsletters, brochures, manuals, web site and other internal communications• Work with the Company’s regional communications teams to advance programs and communications that are national in scope

Location
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Qualifications
• Track record of progressively senior strategic corporate communications/public affairs experience, particularly as it relates to implementing innovative communication programs designed for internal / employee audiences• Proven ability to deliver over the course of 8 or more years of relevant work experience• Ability to counsel and support executive leadership up to and including the CEO• Ability to think and act strategically, while playing a hands-on role in the development of communication tools/materials• Familiarity with the news media• Exceptional writing, editing, proofing and researching skills• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Detail-oriented• Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills• Ability to build partnerships, set and manage priorities and meet deadlines, all within a multi-tasking environment• Ability to deal with diverse groups of people with diplomacy and tact• Experience with electronic media, particularly web publishing an asset• Bilingualism an asset• Previous communications in a retail-oriented environment an assetInterested candidates are encouraged to apply online by following clicking here
Contact Information for Position
Contact:
Nicole FougereSobeys1680 Tech AveMississauga ON L4W 5S9E-Mail: nicole.fougere@sobeys.comWeb-Site: http://sobeys.cvmanager.com/careers/home.asp?region=nt&lang=e&call=viewjob&jobid=2422

Listing to be posted until: 12/14/2007


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