EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

We are looking for an Executive Director to oversee a team of people and operate the day-to-day operations of our non-profit organization AWMAC (Architectural Wood Manufacturers Association of Canada). You will oversee the BC office for all operations and be the face of the association to all internal and external stakeholders. You will act in the best interests of the association and uphold the directive to meet face to face with all stakeholders.

ABOUT YOU – Must-Haves!

• 3-5 years operations-related experience overseeing all aspects of an organization.
• Strong Leadership of team and ability to lead a team to initiate change.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Strategic mindset and ability to drive growth and change.
• Self-starter and experience reporting to and taking direction from a Board.
• Strong command of the English language in speaking and writing.
• Confident to organize events from start to finish and speak in front of large groups of people.

ABOUT YOU – Ideally you also have these!

• Good working knowledge of the architectural woodworking industry and its language (AWMAC standards and GIS program).
• Experience leading a not-for-profit organization or industry association.
• Detail oriented.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Programs.
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Leadership

• This position oversees the direction of office staff to execute and prioritize workload. 

Human Resources & Compliance

• Attraction, recruitment and retention of office staff
• Scheduling of staff and board meetings, education, events
• Update policies and procedures to ensure compliance
• Manage & negotiate extended benefits with third party

Accounting & Finances

• Oversee and/or execute bookkeeping (invoicing/accounts payable & receivable)
• Manage Banking (reconcile/signatory/term deposits)
• Prepare year-end for Accountant
• Payroll – Bi-weekly
• GST Remittance
• Annual Budgeting

Marketing & Administration

• Oversee presentation of Lunch & Learns
• Direct Marketing program
• Attend stakeholder events & trade shows
• Review and update all reports
• Oversee the development of all promotional material for annual meetings
• Edit, update & administer New Member package
• Oversee member webpage

Annual Meetings & Event Management

• Awards of Excellence – manage, organize, plan all aspects of yearly awards ceremony
• Organize, plan and attend all meetings (Membership, AGM, Board of Directors)
• Own and execute all BC Events – ex: golf tournament, BBQ’s, Christmas party etc.
• Collaborate with Board to book and manage all events
• Prepare agendas & financials
• Record minutes and execute action items
• Manage promotion of attendance
• Organize venues/catering invitations, maintain RSVP and follow up 

Membership

• New Members - Oversee the membership application program from first contact to full membership.
• Current Members - Maintain good relationships with all existing members, ensure compliance and execute yearly Salary Survey

Education - Internal

• Organize education value added sessions
• Drive improved value-added education documents or programs.
• Organize general membership meeting speakers
• Sit on the BCIT Program Advisory Committee or other partner programs.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Position Type: Full-time, Term: 2-3 years
• Salary $80,000 - $90,000
• Reports to: Board
• Status: On Site, in-person
• Annual Bonus Opportunity & yearly increase
• Extended Benefits
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation: 3 weeks

NEXT STEPS:

All interested parties please send their resumes directly to Lisa Archer at LarcoHR: .