CPA Nova Scotia is the governing and regulatory body for over 5,000 Chartered Professional Accountants and CPA candidates and students in Nova Scotia. Our primary mission is protection of the public by enforcing the highest professional and ethical standards. Our members work in small businesses and multinational corporations, public practice firms, government, academia, not-for-profit organizations, and more.

We also offer services in a variety of areas, one of which is a professional development (PD) program of technical and non-technical content relevant to our members' work as CPAs. We are recruiting a Professional Development Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate is a highly organized individual who enjoys working with an efficient team where initiative, innovation, and collaboration are valued.

Overview of Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Member Services, this person will be responsible for:

• Planning the Professional Development Program, positioning it as a high quality, program of choice for Members
• Identification and development of specialized areas of learning
• Promotion of PD offerings to Members and others
• Building relationships with current and new instructors and providers for live and on-demand courses
• Oversight of logistics for PD Program, including agreements, invoices, website and learning management system content, member registration
• Coordinate PD events falling outside of regular program
• Other PD initiatives, as required

Experience and Education Requirements

• Familiarity with professional development and/or adult learners is considered an asset
• Proven experience in program planning, implementation, and evaluation
• MS Office proficiency and ability to learn new software applications
• Highly organized with effective time management and collaborative skills; capable of maintaining positive interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work independently as well as contributing to a team environment
• Limited travel may be required

To Apply:

All applications, which should include a cover letter and resume, must be received by 4:00 pm on January 24, 2025. We appreciate your interest in this role, however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.