Department: Marketing, Comms & Events

Employment Type: Full-Time

Minimum Experience: Experienced

Compensation: $62,000 – $65,000

Senior Associate, Events & Awards

Location & Travel: This is a remote position. Candidates must be available to travel for in-person events.

Travel Requirements: Approximately 4–7 trips per year to cities such as Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary.

Are you a master of logistics with a flair for creating unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and love bringing people together to celebrate excellence? If so, the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) wants to hear from you.

At CCIB, we’re on a mission to build a vibrant, inclusive Indigenous economy by fostering meaningful business relationships and opportunities. As a national Indigenous, non-partisan organization, we champion innovation, collaboration, and celebration — and we’re looking for a passionate Senior Associate, Events & Awards to help us make it all happen.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a key member of our Events & Awards team, you’ll be the driving force behind seamless event execution and award program excellence. In this Senior Associate role, you’ll take ownership of critical operational areas, ensuring every detail is managed with precision and creativity.

Event Logistics & Management

• Act as the primary liaison with venues and partners, overseeing all logistics including scheduling, accommodations, and catering.
• Coordinate speaker and vendor engagement—sending invitations, gathering assets, scheduling briefs, and managing payments.
• Execute sponsor contracts and deliverables, ensuring flawless integration on event day.
• Manage registration systems, monitor ticket sales, and provide exceptional attendee support.
• Maintain and update event websites and apps, track performance metrics, and generate reports.
• Direct onsite logistics and collaborate with marketing teams to deliver creative assets and execute promotional strategies.

Awards Program Management

• Oversee end-to-end award programs, providing timely updates and status reports to internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with judges and award recipients, ensuring smooth logistics and communications.
• Coordinate accommodations, briefings, and schedules for award honorees.
• Conduct research and outreach to potential candidates and nominees to drive program participation.

General Support & Strategy

• Provide cross-departmental support for events and related initiatives.
• Prepare and ship event materials, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy.
• Research and propose innovative ideas to differentiate CCIB’s events and awards in the marketplace.

Why CCIB?

At CCIB, you’ll join a passionate team committed to creating meaningful impact in Indigenous communities across Canada. This role offers opportunities to travel, collaborate with inspiring leaders, and contribute to events that celebrate excellence and drive change.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Three weeks of vacation to recharge and relax
• Employer-paid benefits after 3 months
• Matching RRSP contributions (up to 3%) after 3 months
• Educational and career development support to help you grow