Events Coordinator

To help us continue our growth and development, we are looking for an Events Coordinator whose main mandate will be to provide high-level administrative and logístical support, taking charge of the design, organization and implementation of various types of corporate events. We are looking for someone who has experience in organizing corporate events and who is bilingual in French and English.

**WHY WORK AT CONGEBEC?**
- To be part of a team that advocates a balance between professional challenges and personal quality of life.
- The possibility of combining telecommuting and face-to-face work.
- Flexible working hours and no dress code restrictions.
- You get free coffee, tea or hot chocolate when you're in the office.
- We care about your financial health You will be eligible from day one for a complete group insurance program and a pension plan with employer contributions.
- Because mental and physical health is also important, we offer a complete employee assistance program as well as a telemedicine service with Dialogue.
- Achieving corporate goals is great Being rewarded for it is even better Our employees are all eligible for an annual bonus program.
- We have our own continuing education program to support you in your professional development.

**THE TEAM**

The Events Coordinator is responsible for organizing events and gathering opportunities that are engaging, inspiring, strategic, well-attended and have a lasting impact. Many of the events will be aimed at building employer brand, organizational culture, team building and employee experience.

**Office of the President and CEO**

The Office of the President and CEO team provides administrative and strategic support services across the organization. We work behind the scenes to ensure cohesion across divisions, that people work together symbiotically, and that Congebec's commitments and goals are met.

We work closely with members of the Executive Team, the Board of Directors, as well as Congebec's Operational Team (OCLT) and Tactical Team. We have 5 main areas of responsibility: administrative, advisory, project management, strategic initiatives, and relationship building.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

The Event Coordinator reports to the Manager of the Office of the President and CEO and will have the following main responsibilities
- The Event Coordinator reports to the Manager of the Office of the President and CEO and will be primarily responsible for
- Coordinate event details throughout the process - ensure logistics including scheduling, define the nature of services required, select outside vendors as needed, and monitor their accountability, compile and prepare reports, and other administrative tasks as needed in an effort to ensure smooth and efficient coordination of activities.
- Selects and assigns internal and external collaborators to perform tasks prior to and during events and monitors and supervises them as required.
- Draw up a budget for the events and monitor the budget to ensure that the allocated resources are respected.
- Coordinate the promotion, information and publicity for the events under his/her management.
- Write event summaries and reports - evaluate the event and make recommendations for improvement.

**ACADEMIC BACKGROUND AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE**
- Background in event or project planning and management, communications, or other related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in managing diverse corporate and operational events.
- Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.

**ESSENTIAL SKILLS**
- Live and respect all company values.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, detail-oriented and thorough in analyzing, managing and synthesizing various files.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear messages, manage expectations and build healthy relationships with stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, management and coordination of large-scale events and projects.
- Excellent skills in generating creative and inspiring ideas for project management, writing and promotion.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills in an environment with tight deadlines and limited resources.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
- Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken.
- Willingness to travel, as required, to various locations across Canada.
- Class 5 driver's license and vehicle.

**DESCRIPTION OF CONGEBEC**

Congebec is a Canadian company headquartered in Quebec that has been involved in the Canadian food supply chain since 1974.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Langue:

- Français (Obligatoire)
- Anglais (Obligatoire)

Work Location: Hy