This new position will support the Executive Director in all aspects of the Atlantic Provincial Associations, Landscape Nova Scotia, Landscape New Brunswick and PEI, Landscape Newfoundland and Labrador.

Association members include landscape contractors, retail garden centres, landscape designers, irrigation specialists, wholesale nursery growers, lawn care companies, nursery sod producers, trade suppliers, municipal/institutional grounds managers, as well as industry specialists.

The Membership, Communications and Events Coordinator should be organized and able to multitask efficiently. This job is mostly during office hours, however there are meetings and events that may be planned outside of regular working hours. Very few weekend hours are required.

Membership Responsibilities

• Assist with membership recruitment and retention campaigns.
• Send annual member renewal forms and reminders.
• Send member certificates to paid members.
• Administrative and Promotional support to Apprenticeship and Red Seal programs.
• Administrative and Promotional support to Skills Canada Provincial and National Competitions.

Communications Responsibilities

• Update Association website regularly, including membership news and active member lists.
• Updating and enhancing Sales Force software to keep an accurate membership list.
• Prepare and send monthly e-newsletters to members regarding industry news, events, and educational opportunities.
• Social media account management and content creation.
• Marketing materials and Graphic support for Events and membership recruitment/retention.

Event Responsibilities

• Provide Communications, Planning, Sponsorship Solicitation, Registration and other administrative support as required, to all events for the Atlantic Region:
• Annual General Meetings
• Awards of Excellence
• Social Events
• Trade shows (in-house or 3rd party shows)
• Others, as developed
• In person participation may be required.

Requirements

• College or University Experience in Business Administration, Event Planning, Communications or Marketing an asset
• French language an asset
• Competent using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, Communications software (i.e. MailChimp or Constant Contact), Good Drive (slides, forms, etc) and Adobe Creative Suite/Canva a strong asset
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Event planning experience
• Knowledge and experience with social media, search engine optimization, website content management and Google Analytics are strong assets.
• Knowledge of Salesforce database a strong asset
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with volunteers and staff.
• Strong organizational skills
• Team-player who can handle multiple projects at one time.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, integrity, and sensitivity into all of one's work.

Benefits

• Ability work from home / remotely.
• Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, plus events.
• Annual compensation of $40,000-$45,000, based on experience.
• 2-weeks paid vacation.
• Participate in the Association benefits package following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.

Our mission is to promote high stands in product quality, professional service and conduct in the landscape and horticulture industry.