Executive Business Partner

Executive Business Partner

Full Time, Permanent

New Westminster, BC

Reports to: Executive Director, BC/Yukon

Compensation: $50,500 - $63,000

Direct Reports: No

Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward, will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today.

We're looking for a mission-driven Executive Business Partner who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.

Your Impact at CNIB

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for the Executive.
• Prepare and review correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the Executive.
• Handle confidential information with a high degree of discretion and professionalism.
• Draft and review internal and external communications including reports, press releases and any other external communications in partnership with Marketing and Communications.
• Provide guidance and support for a wide range of administrative functions and process and ensure they are carried out in compliance with the organizations policies.
• Schedule appointments and meetings, coordinate travel arrangements with the Travel & Logistics team, and book appropriate facilities for meetings and events as required.
• Approve timecards and time off requests for direct reports of the Management team as directed by the Executive.
• Arrange appropriate services, catering and equipment needs for office meetings, events and presentations, as required.

Who you are:

Education and Certifications

• Post-secondary education in Office Administration or Business Administration; equivalent education and experience will be considered.

• Administrative Assistant Certificate an asset.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years' experience in an administrative role.

• Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent relationship building skills; ability to build productive business and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• High degree of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and multi-task in an organized manner.
• Microsoft suite of products (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Knowledge of Board structure and functions in non-profit sector an asset.
• Driver’s license would be desirable.
• Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.
• Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.

Perks

We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules. 
• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
• Competitive paid time off inclusive of annual vacation entitlement, additional paid holidays, wellness days, and personal days.
• Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.
• Employer-sponsored pension plan.
• Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.
• Enticing internal employee referral program.

Be Part of Our Mission

Full Time, Permanent If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application.  Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

Closing date: February 24, 2025.

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Working Together for Change

Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

Learn more about our mission here.