WORKSHOP EVENT DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

o Schedule dates, locations, & speakers for continuing professional development workshops and webinars.

o Book venue, catering, & hotel accommodations if required.

o Prepare budget & all corresponding workshop administration documents (registration forms, sign-in sheets, training agreements, outlines etc.).

o Prepare & follow workshop marketing & advertising plan (social media, other professional psychological associations, website, Psymposium magazine).

o Process payments, cancellations, & issue receipts & confirmations of registration.

o Prepare all handouts for registrants (PowerPoint & additional handouts provided by speaker).

o Attend the workshop to coordinate all necessary activities (registration, setup, tear down, catering etc.) & take pictures for promotions and advertising.

o Coordinate CE credits for participants – update member profile, mail letters.

o Ensure attendee evaluation & prepare summary letter for presenter(s).

o Maintain workshop folders in the PAA shared folder.

o Research topics & speakers for future workshops.

o Process purchase requests for continuing education materials.

o Prepare & submit annual report to Canadian Psychological Association for continuing education credit sponsorship.

TEAM MEMBER

• Responsible to assist staff with collaborative projects.

• Cross-training for existing technology platforms.

• Other duties as assigned by the CEO and/or COO.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

• Networking and collaboration skills

• Organizational skills and planning acumen

• Leadership and assertiveness skills for public service

• Technological skills for online environments

• Proofreading skills and attention to detail

• Pleasing, personable, accommodating disposition & team player

• Knowledge of procedures & policies of PAA

• Represent PAA in a professional, courteous manner ensuring absolute confidentiality is maintained

• Ability to work under pressure, particularly during peak periods

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree

• Project management experience an asset

• Human relation or career development experience an asset

• Experience in related fields considered

PAA thanks all applicants, but only those selected for interview will be contacted. No phone inquiries please.

Please apply by sending your cover letter and resume to: . Deadline for applications is Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,000.00-$66,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Some travel required (overnight) within Alberta
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-05