Manager, Business Administration

About the Position

We are currently recruiting for a Manager, Business Administration (up to 12-18 month contract) and a permanent position.

Our Manager, Business Administration plays an integral role to our stakeholders that are supported throughout our business units.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are passionate about destination marketing and working with a truly unique organization.

Whether you are experienced in Venue Management & Business Development (VMBD) or bring expertise in Destination Development & Marketing (DDM), we encourage you to apply.

These positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to our growing organization and be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment.

As a key member of business unit, the Manager, Business Administration will lead, participate in, or oversee projects as they relate to the organization's strategic priorities and business plan.

The position may oversee teams that require indirect supervision and / or influence. Guiding, motivating, and inspiring teams to completion of projects is key to the success of this role.

This role proactively selects projects and tasks to support the business portfolio, providing strategic support.

The Manager, Business Administration is a resource for internal business partners and external stakeholders. This role is a member of the executive support team and shares relevant knowledge and best practices with colleagues.

This position may manage other administrative positions within the business portfolio.

The successful candidate will have the following :

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in Business Administration or Office Administration. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3-5 years experience with senior management administrative experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with focus on detail orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, professional demeanor and ability to work across the organization.
• Strong writing, editing, grammatical, organizational and research skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to assess, evaluate and identify what outcome should occur.
• Professional manner, good presence and a sense of discretion, diplomacy and tact when handling sensitive situations / information.
• Handles multiple tasks and prioritize tasks.
• Able to work well both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• The ability to adapt well to change when new ideas that are introduced.
• Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

About Us

We are Edmonton's Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton's award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre.

We help tell Edmonton's story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.

Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton's business units' market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour.

And by incorporating the management of the city's two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact.

While Explore Edmonton's mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians.

The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.

Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America's top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

As two of Edmonton's largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.

8 million visitors every year.

How to Apply

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume no later than September 24,2024.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.