Job Opportunity: Manager, Canadian Business Hall of Fame & Events Full-time, permanent, remote [within 2 hours drive of Toronto] Requires travel for production across Canada [up to 50 days/year] About JA Canada & the Canadian Business Hall of Fame Junior Achievement (JA) Canada is hiring a Manager, Canadian Business Hall of Fame & Events to oversee CBHF as a brand property and fundraising vehicle for JA Canada. The Manager will also serve as the strategic lead for other JA signature events and related communications. Supporting its mission, JA Canada created and annually hosts the Canadian Business Hall of Fame (CBHF) Induction Ceremony and Celebration (gala-style fundraising event), to recognize outstanding business leaders, their contributions to the Canadian economy, and who serve as role models for youth.

About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Manager of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame & Events will plan and execute JA Canada’s signature fundraising event
- the Canadian Business Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Celebration Event (reception & gala style event; 700+ guests at Metro Toronto Convention Center in May of each year; approx. 30 sponsors, generating $1.5M). The Manager is also responsible for year-round management of the CBHF brand and property and will play a key role in shaping and executing JA’s signature, third party and partnership events and communications strategy. Responsibilities include:
• Event planning, guest management & execution
• CBHF brand, marketing & communications
• Companion Legacy Videos
• Companion Installation & Profiling Strategy
• CBHF Inductee & Stakeholder Relations
• Support sponsorship strategy and activation
• Serve as internal event expert and strategy lead for third party, partner and regional office signature events About the Team:
• The Manager, Canadian Business Hall of Fame & Events joins a team overseen by the Chief Development Officer, and led by the Director of Marketing, two Senior Managers of Marketing,, and two Marketing Coordinators.
• The Manager will work closely with executive team members, and members of the Resource Development Sponsorship team. Experience and Qualifications
• 4+ years experience in relevant event & brand/communications management
• Experience planning and executing both in-person and virtual events
• Experience with award events
• Experience with non-profit fundraising galas and/or Business leadership events
• Exceptional project management and planning skills
• Strong event budget management skills and ability to negotiate with vendors
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills




• Brand marketing and communications, writing, briefing and digital asset design experience
• Human interest storytelling, video &/or documentary production experience
• Sponsorship experience
• Website management experience (Wordpress)
• Requires proficiency and strength working with the following tools:
• Event & guest management platforms
• Canva
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project management tools (e.g. Asana)
• Experience working with the following tools, an asset:
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Generative AI + LLM AI tools
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, lead cross-functional teams and thrive in a complex environment with competing priorities Detailed Duties and

Responsibilities:
• CBHF Induction Event planning, guest management & execution
• Develop and effectively manage CBHF budget to maximize financial ROI: Manage invoicing and expenses. Secure value-in-kind sponsors and discounts.
• Oversee event logistics, timelines and work-back schedules.
• Manage venue, production, décor, food & beverage, AV vendors and entertainment.
• Guest management
• Develop event assets including event run sheets and script; visual presentation materials.
• Coordinate engagement of emcee/talent, speakers, volunteers, and participants.
• Contribute to and manage the development of creative strategies to engage youth, volunteer, and event attendees.
• Mobilize, coordinate, train/prepare staff and volunteer event support team.
• Oversee post-event production: Secure all event photography and manage production and editing of event video. Inventory all files and assets.
• Document processes, feedback, learnings and facilitate reporting. 2.
CBHF brand, marketing & communications
• Oversee brand look and feel, anchor messaging
• Develop comprehensive ”365” communications (marketing, PR, media) strategy to raise the profile of events and related awards.
• Produce and deploy social media assets.
• Manage CBHF website strategy, annual updates and analytics.
• Design event assets, signage, certificates, presentation materials, etc.
• Oversee relationship and strategy with Globe and Mail for production of special announcement and articles.




• Coordinate with media outlets for interviews and ads.
• Develop annual impact report. 3.
Companion Legacy Videos
• Oversee the production of Companion Legacy Videos from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring each video effectively captures the Inductee’s story, accomplishments, values, leadership and lasting impact.
• Actively collaborate throughout the creative and editorial process, including reviewing
• Identify opportunities to leverage Companion stories across JA Canada platforms. 4.
Companion Installation & Profiling Strategy:
• Engage vendors to produce customized awards, portraits
• Manage upkeep/redesign of CBHF Brookfield Installation overseeing creative vendors and liaising with property management team at Brookfield Place.
• Develop and execute unique digital media showcase campaign to profile Companions and generate awareness and engagement with the Canadian Business Hall of Fame. 5.
CBHF Inductee & Stakeholder Relations
• Assist with CBHF Nominations, Selection Process & Governance, providing admin support to executive team members and coordinating stakeholder participation at CBHF.
• Maintain consolidated list of all Companions and local BHOF laureates
• Manage relationships with CBHF Inductees, coordinating orientation, legacy videos and collection of communications assets. Prepare Inductees for event (personalized itineraries/ run of show, collecting speaking notes, Q&A;, etc.).
• Steward relationship with host/ emcee, former Companions and CBHF stakeholders. 6.
Support sponsorship strategy and activation
• Assist the development of event sponsorship strategies and sales tools.
• Support prospect identification and solicitation.
• Support relationship management, co-develop and execute sponsors activations. 7.
Event expert & strategy lead for third party, partner & regional signature events
• Co-develop strategy and playbook for signature fundraisers, impact events, and local Business Halls of Fame.
• Collaborate with regional teams on production planning and execution, including on-site event support.
• Manage third-party events and relationships in support of JA. Application Process Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume with a cover letter that highlights alignment to the position qualifications to [email protected]. Please list "Manager, CBHF & Events” as the subject. Note direct LinkedIn applications will not be considered. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is secured.

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