Membership and Business Development Coordinator, Edmonton

Contract Term This is a temporary full-time role expected to last approximately 10 months, with an anticipated end upon return of the incumbent.

While this position is temporary, there is potential for extension and for it to become permanent depending on business needs and performance.

Eligibility Requirements This position is supported by government funding ( and is therefore subject to specific eligibility criteria. To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements at the start of employment:

be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive)

be under- or unemployed and not currently enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies

be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person with refugee protection in Canada

be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with applicable provincial or territorial legislation

Applicants may be asked to provide documentation to confirm eligibility.

About CanREA The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is the voice for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions that will power Canada’s energy future. We are an industry association representing 350+ member companies.

CanREA is dedicated to moving the needle on legislation and regulation governing the electricity sector, to create a more sustainable future for Canada and future generations. Learn more at renewablesassociation.ca.

The Role The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Membership and Business Development Coordinator to support its Membership and Business Development team. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality administrative and member-facing services, supporting the coordination of sponsorship and exhibitor deliverables, and managing the membership database. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving member growth, engagement, and retention.

Key Responsibilities Administrative Support&Process Optimization

Manage team calendars, inboxes, meeting logistics, and documentation

Provide daily administrative support aligned with strategic goals; identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency

Membership Lifecycle: Renewals, Retention&Recruitment

Support annual membership renewal and recruitment campaigns by preparing proposals, managing renewals, onboarding new members, and following up on outstanding dues

Conduct outreach and schedule sales and renewal calls

Serve as the primary contact for member technical and logistical inquiries

Maintain member and prospect intelligence; assist with research, surveys, and promotional materials, including coordination of translations with the Communications team

Sponsorship&Exhibitor Coordination

Track, invoice, and manage sponsor and exhibitor deliverables; ensure timely completion of internal obligations

Build and manage forms, payment collection, and exhibitor booking processes using approved platforms

Collaborate with Events and Communications teams to ensure efficient and profitable execution of deliverables

Membership Database Management

Administer and maintain the membership CRM, including data entry, updates, member directories, integrations, and system configurations

Lead the implementation of new CRM features, manage vendor relationships, and develop user guides and training materials

Establish and enforce internal database policies; provide staff training and frontline support for database access and troubleshooting

Industry Knowledge&General Duties

Maintain a foundational understanding of Canada’s renewable energy and energy storage sectors to support informed member engagement

Perform additional duties as required to support the evolving needs of the Association

Success Metrics

Strong collaboration and engagement with Membership&Business Development Team

Accurate and up-to-date membership database, with timely support provided to staff and members

Smooth execution of renewal and onboarding processes, with measurable improvements in workflow efficiency and member experience

Effective coordination and tracking of sponsorship and exhibitor deliverables, ensuring internal teams have what they need to fulfill commitments on time

Positive feedback from members and internal stakeholders regarding responsiveness, organization, and support

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Functional Competencies

Communication— Excellent oral and written communication skills

Organization— Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities

Attention to Detail— High level of accuracy and thoroughness in administrative and data tasks

Teamwork— Proven ability to collaborate effectively across an organization

Technical Agility— Quick to learn and apply new and evolving technologies

Resilience— Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

Administration and Systems

Software Proficiency— Advanced user of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiarity with membership database platforms (e.g., GrowthZone), billing systems, and related tools such as Adobe Acrobat, PandaDoc, Zoom, Jotform, and Simply Voting

AI proficiency— The practical ability to work effectively with artificial intelligence tools in real-world professional tasks

Travel— Willingness to travel up to approximately 5% of the time, primarily within Canada

Education&Experience

Qualification— University degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience

Years of Experience— Minimum 2 years in membership administration, information management, or related functions

Member Relations— Demonstrated experience in client interaction, customer service, and member-based program delivery

Event Support— Some knowledge of event coordination and logistics

Sector Knowledge— General familiarity with the renewable energy and energy storage sectors is an asset

Non-Profit Experience— Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset

Language

English— Proficiency in written and spoken English is required

French— Proficiency in written and spoken French is preferred

Work Perks

Fully remote workplace, with flexible hours

Generous paid time off allotment

Financial support for setting up ergonomic home office

Annual holiday office closure between December 20 and January 1

International work policy

Professional development policy with personal allotment

Employee recognition programs

Ample opportunities to help build/evolve organizational culture

Fun, welcoming, brilliant teammates, eager to nerd-out about the renewable energy sector

...and much more!

Accessibility&Accommodation CanREA is an equal-opportunity employer with policies and practices intended to build an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please include this in your cover letter and all efforts to provide the appropriate accommodation will be put into place.

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