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General Manager

General Manager

St-AmourMontreal
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$40.00 hourly
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Job description :

Our client, a major student cooperative with over 17,500 members, is seeking a General Manager. The cooperative, present in several higher education institutions, is dedicated to socio-economic engagement and the promotion of cooperative principles.

Job Description :

Under the supervision of the Board of Directors, the General Manager will be responsible for :

  • Operations Management : Overseeing and controlling the cooperative’s affairs, managing its assets and property, and ensuring the proper management of funds and accounting records.
  • Compliance and Security : Ensuring adherence to policies and budgets, protecting against risks (fire, theft, etc.), and overseeing all business activities.
  • Human Resources Management : Supervising and evaluating staff in accordance with labor standards, and preparing annual budget forecasts.
  • Communication and Representation : Representing the cooperative to various stakeholders, maintaining relationships with the school cooperative network, and participating in Board meetings and other committees.
  • Reporting and Documentation : Preparing the annual report, suggesting organizational improvements, and preparing documents required by the Board of Directors.

Skills and qualifications :

  • 5 years of management experience, preferably in a cooperative or non-profit organization.
  • Ability to lead a team and make ethical decisions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project and multi-task management.
  • Strong understanding of financial and human resources practices.
  • Ability to maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with management and accounting tools.