FOR IMMEDIATE START

Full-Time Maternity Leave Contract to June 30, 2027
Salary, $45,000 to $55,000 plus a 10% Contract completion bonus

ABOUT US

The Canadian Psychiatric Association (CPA) is the national voice of Canada’s 4,800 psychiatrists and 900 residents and is the leading authority on psychiatric matters in Canada. CPA advises on the most effective programs, services, and policies to achieve the best possible mental health care for Canadians and seeks to work collaboratively with governments and stakeholders to find solutions.
Benefits of working at CPA - Competitive salary - Health and dental care benefits (employer pays 100% of premiums) - Three weeks annual vacation - Additional paid time off through office closures between Christmas and New Year, and a summer hours program - Work/life balance with flexible hours and minimal overtime - Opportunities to gain exposure to all facets of association operations.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Wellness programs
• Casual work attire
• Currently Hybrid (3 days minimum in office)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Coordinator, Events and Continuing Professional Development coordinates CPA accreditation services, administers continuing professional development (CPD) policy and program development, and supports the delivery of CPA’s education and CPD activities, including the annual conference.
As staff liaison, the Coordinator, CPD provides assistance and information to various committees, including the CPD Committee, the Annual Conference Program Subcommittee, and the subcommittees responsible for CPA’s other CPD activities. They also work collaboratively with the management team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Relevant college or university degree in event planning, adult education, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• At least two years of experience in a similar role at a member-based association.
• Demonstrated experience in event management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computer programs required for the field, including Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, Zoom, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to consistently apply sound judgment and make good and responsible decisions.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to deal professionally with individuals and situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Functional bilingualism (English/French) is preferred and is a vital asset.

Working Conditions

• The position is full-time (37.5 hours) from Monday to Friday.
• This position requires some travel within Canada (one week) and minimal work outside of regular business hours for committee meetings, online events, and while attending annual conferences.
• While this position is office-based (Ottawa), the CPA is currently requiring staff to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week; however, this is not a guaranteed hybrid position.

The CPA is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are seeking and encouraging qualified applications from employment equity groups, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, people of colour, people with disabilities, and members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities. Accommodations are available on request throughout the selection process for candidates with disabilities.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 22 months
Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K1P 5J

As the go-to person for all things events and CPD, you will:

• Support the coordination our flagship Annual Conference, from abstract submissions to speaker logistics and on-site troubleshooting
• Administer CPD accreditation services and support the development of high-quality learning programs
• Collaborate with committees, speakers, and senior management to deliver seamless, impactful events
• Keep everything running smoothly—tracking speaker payments, managing communications, and ensuring compliance with CPD standards