Vice President, Corporate & Member Services


Electricity Distributors Association
Vaughan, Ontario


Last Day to Apply: June 16, 2016

 

Job Description – VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE & mEMBER AFFAIRS

 

THE COMPANY

The Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) is the voice of Ontario’s local electricity distributors, the publicly and privately owned companies that safely and reliably deliver electricity to homes, businesses and public institutions across Ontario. 

The EDA provides advocacy and representation to its members in the electricity distribution sector in Ontario in the legislative and regulatory environment. In addition, members receive up-to-date information and expert analysis of relevant legislation and regulation.  Members also have the opportunity to network with professional and industry colleagues. 

The EDA’s mission statement is to provide utility distribution companies with the valued industry knowledge, networking opportunities and collective action vital to the business success of each member. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Vice President of Corporate & Member Affairs is responsible for managing relationships with member organizations and advancing the value proposition of the Association's activities and objectives.  Key responsibilities also include directing the corporate secretary and corporate communications functions. The Vice President provides the necessary vision, leadership and support to develop and deliver the strategy, advice and service necessary to meet the organizational goal of growing and maintaining membership in all categories. 

The department mandate encompasses the corporate secretary function including supporting agenda setting, maintaining the corporate record from Board and committee meetings and ensuring bylaw and other governance compliance.  The Board election processes are managed through the corporate secretary function. 

The department leads all internal, external and social media communications including daily media scans, weekly newsletters and a quarterly magazine.  All strategic communications including media relations, executive speeches, and public relations activities reside within the department. 

This position also directs and oversees the development and delivery of Association events, tradeshows and conferences. 

Direct reports include the Director, Corporate Affairs & Communications and the Manager, Member Relations & Events. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

  • be a seasoned leader possessing 10 + years of experience in a senior management position with a proven track record of success leading member relations, corporate governance and/or marketing communications in a related business environment

  • combine experience in board relations and corporate governance with association marketing and/or member relations

  • be experienced in supporting board processes and providing overall strategic guidance regarding compliance with relevant legislation, by-laws and guidelines

  • possess relevant industry experience including either electricity/broader energy sector experience or experience working in another member-focused industry association

  • draw upon experience developing and delivering association marketing and member programs and initiatives in an organization whose members are experiencing significant change

  • demonstrate maturity, confidence and the capability to contribute as a senior leader in the organization

  • possess exceptional relationship building skills, combined with a strong work ethic and results orientation, enabling him/her to connect with key communities of interest and interpret and respond to the changing needs of EDA’s membership

  • be a strong team leader, with a proven track record of hiring, developing and inspiring excellence from his/her team

  • have a university degree (ideally in business) along with a valid driver’s license. 

CONTACT INFORMATION

Should you have an interest in exploring this further or have any questions regarding this initiative, please contact: 

Claudia Gale, Consultant                              claudia.gale@lhhknightsbridge.com                             416-928-4633            

 

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May 16, 2016

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