Chamber of Commerce

ucluelet-chamber-of-commerceThe Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce is a non-partisan business organization that exists to meet the needs of the business community and foster a prosperous and healthy local economy.

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Employment Opportunity - Chamber Executive Director

Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce is looking for an Executive Director.

Salary:  To be determined and based on experience
Work Hours:  35hr/week, 2-year contract
Benefits:  Full benefits package available
Start Date:  ASAP
Location:  Ucluelet
Application Deadline:  April 20th, 2023 (4pm)

The Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce is a proven business advocate at local, regional, provincial, and federal levels. We work to foster a strong and sustainable regional economy, advocate on behalf of our members and create a business-friendly environment.

The Executive Director is responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the chamber. This includes building and maintaining strong relationships with peer organizations, elected officials, and community leaders. The Executive Director oversees the role of Market Manager for Common Ground Market.

The ideal candidate should have experience in the following areas;

  • Developing and managing annual budgets that are aligned with the strategic goals of the organization as developed by the board.
  • Ensuring financial soundness, transparency, and a balanced annual budget.
  • Collaborating with government, public policy and business leaders.
  • Demonstrate initiative when it comes to funding, events, granting opportunities etc.
  • Ability to build real value for members, balancing the tangible and intangible products and services designed to maintain and grow membership.
  • Experience creating and maintaining financially successful events and securing sponsorships from businesses/business leaders.
  • Experience working with a Board of Directors.
  • Experience managing a small team of people.

Skills & Educational Requirements

  • Strong business acumen, problem solving, decision-making skills, interpersonal communications, and presentation.
  • Positive and upbeat attitude.
  • Understanding of local, federal and provincial government policies.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by email, using the subject line "ED POSITION" to chamberoffice@uclueletchamber.com 

Your application should include the following:

  • A cover letter, indicating your available start date
  • Detailed resume
  • 3 references

 

Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes

Month Agenda Minutes
September 2019 Download Agenda  Download Minutes
October 2019 Meeting Cancelled 
November 2019 Download Agenda Download Minutes
December 2019 Download Agenda Download Minutes 
January 2020 No Meeting
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June 2020    
July 2020 No Meeting
August 2020
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Contact the Chamber

If you require further information about the Chamber, please contact us:

Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce
Email: chamberoffice@uclueletchamber.com

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