Position Title: General Manager

Job Type: Full-Time (30 to 35 hours per week)

 

The Altona & District Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business through education, networking and community involvement. The role of the Chamber is to:

 

• Encourage a healthy and prosperous business community

• Provide supportive resources and programs for business owners

• Collaborate with local government as it relates to the interests and needs of local businesses

 

Job Overview

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The General Manager is a key representative and highly responsible individual who reports to the Altona & District Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The General Manager must have the following qualities:

 

• Self-motivated, energetic and positive in nature

• Ability to network and listen to the needs of the business community

• Resilience and able to look for innovative solutions

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination and well-organized

• Strong time management skills and ability to multitask

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word

• Knowledge in accounting and budgeting

• Social media and marketing experience

• Resident of the Town of Altona or Municipality of Rhineland

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Build Chamber membership relations by engaging in-person with all members and potential members to understand the local business’s issues and concerns

• Maintain and develop Chamber programs and events

• Be knowledgeable in and promote provincial Chamber affinity benefit programs

• Implement strategic plans as directed by the Altona & District Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

• Collaborate with community and business organizations on programs and events

• Build and maintain relationships with regional, provincial and national Chambers

• Secure grant funding and seek out non-dues revenue opportunities

• General office administration and accounting operations

• Develop and coordinate business related events, including; Annual General Meeting, Annual Awards Banquet, Business After Hours, Downtown Summer Kick Off, Member Appreciation Golf Tournament, Lunch & Learns, Local Career Showcase, Small Business Week, Holiday Open House, new business ribbon cuttings and other Chamber events as required

• Develop and maintain website, monthly e-newsletters (including business spotlight), promotional designs, social media platforms and electronic sign

• Hire and supervise the Manitoba Youth Job Centre’s Youth Engagement Coordinator

 

Experience:

 

• Managerial experience in a related field of two (2) or more years

• A valid driver’s license and the use of a vehicle

• Ability to work evenings and weekends

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Submit Resume and Cover Letter to ksmith@altonahotel.ca by Thursday, November 28, 2019.

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