LEAD. CONNECT. GROW.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & TOURISM MANAGER

Kitimat Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre | Kitimat, BC

MAKE YOUR MARK. HELP SHAPE KITIMAT'S FUTURE.

Are you a natural leader, a relationship builder and someone who loves turning ideas into opportunities? Do you thrive on connecting people, building partnerships and making things happen?

The Kitimat Chamber of Commerce is looking for an enthusiastic, community-minded leader to take the helm of our organization and help shape the future of business and tourism in Kitimat.

This is more than a leadership position. It's an opportunity to be at the heart of a growing community, champion local businesses, strengthen relationships with industry and government, and showcase everything Kitimat has to offer.

As our Executive Director & Tourism Manager, you will bring together business advocacy, tourism development, community engagement, marketing and organizational leadership. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference, build meaningful partnerships and turn new ideas into action.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE AN IMPACT

LEAD & INSPIRE
Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Chamber. Oversee daily operations, staff, budgets, programs, events and membership services while working closely with the Board of Directors to advance the organization's vision and goals.

CHAMPION LOCAL BUSINESS
Be a robust voice for the local business community. Build relationships with members, understand their needs, advocate for business interests and develop initiatives that help local businesses connect, grow and succeed.

PUT KITIMAT ON THE MAP
Lead tourism development and destination marketing initiatives that showcase Kitimat as a place to visit, live, work and invest. Oversee Visitor Centre operations,



enhance visitor experiences and explore opportunities to grow our tourism sector.

BUILD MEANINGFUL PARTNERSHIPS
Connect with local businesses, municipal and provincial government, major industry, Indigenous partners, tourism operators and community organizations. Bring people together, identify opportunities and turn collaboration into results.

TELL OUR STORY
Bring Kitimat's story to life through marketing, communications, social media, events and promotional campaigns. Help create a positive profile for our community and build pride in everything Kitimat has to offer.

THE PERSON WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You are a motivated, forward-thinking leader who enjoys wearing many hats and isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves. You are equally comfortable developing a strategic plan, speaking in front of a crowd, building a partnership or tackling the day-to-day challenges of running an organization.

You bring:

- Strong leadership, relationship-building and people skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation and public speaking abilities.
- Strategic thinking, organization and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience working with a Board of Directors and understanding governance.
- Knowledge of budgets, grant funding, programs and project management.
- A passion for business development, tourism and community growth.
- Confidence representing an organization with government, industry and community partners.
- A proactive,



solutions-oriented attitude and a genuine desire to get things done.

Experience in a Chamber of Commerce, non-profit, tourism, economic development, municipal or community-based organization would be an asset.

WHAT WE OFFER

A rewarding opportunity to lead an established community organization and help shape its future.

- Location: Kitimat, British Columbia
- Position: Full-time
- Reports to: Board of Directors (through the Board Chair)
- Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually, depending on experience
- Schedule: Some evening and weekend commitments required.

YOUR BENEFITS

Following successful completion of a three-month probationary period, you will be eligible for benefits through the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, including:

- $25,000 life insurance.
- Extended health coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Retirement savings plan through Envision Insurance, with the Chamber matching your contribution up to $100 per pay period (maximum $2,600 annually).
- Three weeks (15 days) of annual vacation, accrued at 6% of earnings.

READY TO LEAD, CONNECT AND GROW?

If you're excited by the opportunity to bring people together, champion local business and help put Kitimat on the map, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today!

Please submit your application materials to:

Paul [email protected]

Subject line: Chamber Executive Director Position

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

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