International Cooperation and Operations Support Coordinator
Position Type: Full Time, 13-month Contract (Maternity Leave Replacement)
Date Ad Posted: 10/7/2016
Job Region: ON – Metro Toronto Area
Application Deadline: 10/23/2016
Location(s): Scarborough, Onatrio
Position: International Cooperation and Operations Support Coordinator
Language Requirements: English & Chinese
CPAC (formerly Chinese Professionals Association of Canada) is a non-profit organization with 30,000 members. Its main objective is to assist internationally trained professionals in gaining recognition, cultural integration, career advancement and expanded international opportunities.
CPAC is seeking a full time, maternity leave substitute to coordinate International Cooperation and Operations Support activities. This is a 13-month contract position, with possibility of extension.
Responsibilities – International Cooperation (85%)
Working primarily with government clients in China, the incumbent is expected to
- Plan, coordinate and execute all International Cooperation (IC) initiatives, programs and events;
- Build, manage and sustain relationships and partnerships in both Canada and China;
- Develop new international business opportunities;
- Develop communication messages and promote IC programs and events;
- Outreach and recruit participants for IC events and programs locally and to China;
- Coordinate IC activities involving other staff and volunteers;
- Monitor partner satisfaction, engagement and policy updates;
- Prepare annual work reports to long-term clients in China;
- Liaise with CPAC’s representatives in China;
- Identify and implement best practices in developing and managing IC programs and events;
- Ensure that IC management systems and processes are continuously developed and utilized in developing IC business;
- Participate in IC Committee meetings and execute initiatives recommended by the Committee;
- Provide support to senior management in areas of expertise in a timely manner;
- Maintain in confidence accurate database to ensure accurate and timely production of acknowledgements.
Responsibilities – Operations Support (15%)
- Coordinate and provide support for operational needs such as maintenance, purchase, security, and event logistics;
- Supervise administrative associate and assistant;
- Organize learning, development and team building activities
- Ensure compliance with government legislation, regulations and policies;
- Assist in the improvement of and compliance with operational rules, policies and procedures.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required:
- University degree or equivalent combination of experience and education;
- Work experience in China-Canada business development, government relations or related bilateral cooperation;
- Strong problem solving skills, able to find creative solutions to unusual or unprecedented challenges with international clients;
- Ability to take initiative when appropriate and respond appropriately to requests for information;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Mandarin;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven record of being able to work well and tactfully with different personalities;
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously;
- Experience in supervising others and working with volunteers;
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and other software
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a vehicle
Hours: 35 hrs per week. Full benefits package after 3 months, 2 weeks paid vacation (pro-rated base on anniversary date)
Qualified and Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter and salary expectation in confidence to hr@cpac-canada.ca by 11:59 pm, October 23, 2016
CPAC wishes to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.