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Project Manager, National Events – 2 year contract

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Job details

Contract | Fixed term contract
$75,000–$100,000 a year
10 days ago

Qualifications

Post-secondary education
Project management
Organizational skills
Project management software
Business
Communication skills

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Project Manager, National Events – 2 year contract

HYBRID

WATERLOO, ONTARIO, CANADA .
CONTRACT . JULY 8, 2026

Description

Location: Hybrid (in-office preferred) – Waterloo, ON Office

Reports to: HR (with regular interaction with the Executive Team)

Department: Executive Team

Travel: Domestic Travel required across Canada

About the Organization

The New Apostolic Church of Canada (NACC) is a faith-based, non-profit organization dedicated to serving its communities across Canada and internationally. Through NAC Foreign Extension Inc. (NACF), the organization supports both domestic operations and global humanitarian initiatives.

Position Overview

The Project Manager, National Events is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of national and regional church events across Canada. This role provides centralized oversight of event initiatives, ensuring alignment across multiple functional areas including finance, audio/visual (AV), programming, music, communications, and volunteer coordination.

The Project Manager will act as the primary point of coordination across departments, bringing structure, clarity, and accountability to complex, multi-stakeholder projects. This role is focused on ensuring that all event components are effectively planned, executed on time, and delivered within budget.

Working closely with the Travel & Events Coordinator, who is responsible for logistics such as travel and accommodations, this role will focus on the overall project management, planning, and execution of events from concept through completion.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive project leader with strong stakeholder management skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and experience working with both staff and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Project Management

Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of national and regional church events across Canada
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones for each event
Ensure all project components are aligned, coordinated, and delivered on schedule
Monitor progress and proactively identify and address risks or delays

Cross-Functional Coordination

Act as the central point of coordination across multiple departments (finance, AV, programming, music, communications, and volunteer teams)
Break down siloed workstreams and ensure alignment across all stakeholders
Facilitate efficient communication and collaboration across teams
Ensure appropriate participation in meetings, optimizing team members’ time and involvement

Leadership & Meeting Facilitation

Chair and facilitate project meetings, ensuring clear agendas, action items, and follow-ups
Assign tasks and track accountability across staff and volunteer teams
Provide clear direction and coordination to support successful event delivery
Support volunteer engagement, scheduling, and coordination

Budget & Vendor Coordination

Develop and manage event budgets in collaboration with finance and leadership
Monitor costs and ensure events are delivered within approved budgets
Coordinate with vendors, venues, and service providers for event execution
Support decision-making related to vendor selection, contracts, and service delivery

Event Execution & Oversight

Oversee all aspects of event execution, ensuring a high-quality and well-coordinated experience
Collaborate with the Travel & Events Coordinator on logistics including transportation, accommodations, and meals
Ensure all event elements are delivered in accordance with plans and expectations
Provide on-site leadership and coordination during events as required

Post-Event Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

Lead post-event debriefs and evaluations
Gather feedback from stakeholders and participants
Identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practices for future events
Maintain documentation, templates, and processes to support ongoing program development

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Post-secondary education in Project Management, Event Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, event management, or a similar role
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
Experience working with volunteers or within a non-profit or faith-based environment is an asset

Skills & Competencies

Strong project management and organizational skills
Experience with project management software
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
High level of initiative, accountability, and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Other Requirements

Willingness to travel within Canada as required for event planning and execution
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends based on event schedules and stakeholder availability
Ability to coordinate across multiple time zones
Commitment to the mission, values, and culture of the church community

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $75,000 – $100,000 annually
Paid personal days
Competitive vacation entitlement
Hybrid work arrangement, with a preference for in-office presence.

Accessibility & Accommodation

The New Apostolic Church of Canada (NACC) is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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