Hours: 15 hours per week (2 days). Occasional evening work during events.
Job Summary:
The successful candidate is responsible for the complete process of offering educational seminars and industry networking events. Our seminars offer introductory and advanced topics applicable to our industry. Networking events includes golf tournaments, cocktail events and annual convocation. With support and assistance of the manager and committee volunteers, this organized individual will plan, coordinate, implement and analyze the events. Working as part of a small team allows this role other opportunities to contribute to the success of this not-for-profit educational association.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and send marketing emails and posts on social media
- Manage virtual platform for webinars
- Assist with organizing speakers for webinar offerings
- Plan, promote and implement other Institute’s shared webinars
- Plan, promote and implement networking events
- Coordinate with venues for event execution
- Build long-lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including sponsors, industry leaders.
- Support administrative related functions in the office as needed
- Exhibit professionalism and represent the Insurance Institute brand standard
- Provide efficient, friendly, and courteous service to both internal and external stakeholders, including members, volunteers, sponsors, other departments, and the general public.
- SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- High level of focus and attention to details
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills both verbally and in writing
- Strong project planning skills with ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines with multiple priorities
- Exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality of customer and business information
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Able to quickly learn new computer applications and platforms
- Event planning experience would be an asset
- Bilingualism (French and English) would be an asset
- Insurance Industry Experience would be an asset
Please forward your resume to: Monique LeBlanc - mleblanc@insuranceinstitute.ca
