WPC Canada Future Leaders: Executive Director Position

Position:

Executive Director

Reports to:

Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Future Leaders, WPC Canada

Term Length:

2 years: 1 year minimum + 1 year in advising capacity

Applications Due:

Applications are due July 10, 2020.

WPC Canada Future Leaders invites applications for an Executive Director position. The position is based in Calgary, reports to the Chair of WPC Canada Future Leaders, and leads a subcommittee of WPC Canada Future Leader volunteers. Further details are below.

Interested applicants should submit (1) a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience, and (2) a two-page CV to FLBoard@wpccanada.com.

Purpose

To manage the daily operation of the organization and execute the strategic imperatives developed by the Board of Directors (BOD).

Role Description

The Executive Director will be required to:

Develop a business plan as per the strategic imperatives directed by the BOD
Develop organizational model with key job responsibilities to meet strategic objectives
Recruit and engage volunteers
Develop volunteer and committee succession plan for sustainability
Provide monthly progress communication (including financials) to BOD
Act as key representative to Future Leader members in the community
Manage day-to-day activities in a fiscally responsible manner

Specific Areas of Focus

The following is a list of specific areas that will need to be developed:

Event Planning – Technical, Soft Skills and Social
Fiscal Management / Sponsorship
Partnerships – Academia, Government, Technical and Young Professional Societies
Branding/Marketing/Communication – Develop and maintain
Volunteer recruiting, development, recognition and team building engagement
Growth & Development – New opportunities to align with strategic objectives
Membership engagement – Engage and maintain membership relationships
2021 WPC Houston Congress – supporting WPC Canada engagement
2023 WPC Calgary Congress – planning/development/execution of Future Leaders program at the 24th WPC Congress

Skills & Qualifications

Minimum bachelor’s degree in business, law, sciences or arts
Minimum five years work experience leading a team
Engaged in the Canadian Energy Sector
Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
Event planning and past volunteer experience considered an asset

Interested applicants should submit (1) a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience, and (2) a two-page CV to FLBoard@wpccanada.com.

Applications are due July 10, 2020.

Want to get involved with the WPC Future Leaders?

Start by connecting with us on social media. We are always looking for new, ambitious and talented members, as well as volunteers to join our team

EMAIL
info@wpccanada.com

PHONE
403-218-2000