Reporting to the VP of Marketing, the Program Manager plays a critical role in growing the impact and reach of Waterstone’s programs and events, including the Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Most Admired CEO, and Most Admired CPCO awards program and Waterstone’s partnership programs.
This is a 9-month contract. It is a hybrid role, with occasional time required in Waterstone’s Mississauga office and being onsite at Canada’s Most Admired Summits. Some travel will be required.

The Program Manager – Most Admired Awards is a professional, collaborative, and detail-oriented relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. They will:

• work collaboratively with all internal departments;
• liaise with a variety of external clients (including high-level executives), to uphold the exceptional standards associated with the Most Admired programs;
• coordinate online research and prospecting for all programs and events related to the Most Admired program;
• actively support winners and nominees throughout the full award cycle;
• lead event planning and execution, including building relationships with key event vendors;
• oversee all activities related to the processing of nominations, submissions, voting, and event attendance;
• be responsible for database management, and supporting email marketing, website maintenance, and social media efforts related to the programs;
• coordinate regular reporting on all activities related to the Most Admired program;
• support the eventual program expansion into the U.S. market

This is an ideal role for a “make it happen” kind of person who is extremely organized and experienced at supporting a wide variety of marketing, communications, and business development initiatives. Always calm and poised under pressure and tight deadlines, the successful candidate will also be comfortable being a key point of contact with executives and their teams.
Interested candidates should indicate their interest in Project #0227-0061S. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Responses should be directed to Waterstone Human Capital.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L5G 3H

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