Membership and Business Development Coordinator

Membership and Business Development Coordinator

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Base pay range: CA$55,000.00/yr - CA$60,000.00/yr

Contract Term

We are seeking to provide coverage during a parental leave. This is a temporary full-time role expected to last approximately 12 months, with an anticipated end upon return of the incumbent. While this position is temporary, there is potential for extension and for it to become permanent depending on business needs and performance.

About CanREA The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is the voice for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions that will power Canada’s energy future. We are an industry association representing 350+ member companies. CanREA is dedicated to moving the needle on legislation and regulation governing the electricity sector, to create a more sustainable future for Canada and future generations. Learn more at renewablesassociation.ca.

The Role The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Membership and Business Development Coordinator to support its Membership and Business Development team. Reporting into the Director of Membership and Business Development, this role is responsible for managing the membership database, delivering high-quality administrative and member-facing services, and supporting the coordination of sponsorship and exhibitor deliverables. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving member growth, engagement, and retention.

Location: Remote from anywhere in Canada

Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000

Key Responsibilities

• Membership Database Management: Administer and maintain the membership CRM, including data entry, updates, member directories, integrations, and system configurations.
• Lead the implementation of new CRM features, manage vendor relationships, and develop user guides and training materials.
• Establish and enforce internal database policies; provide staff training and frontline support for database access and troubleshooting.
• Membership Lifecycle: Renewals, Retention & Recruitment: Support annual membership renewal and recruitment campaigns by preparing proposals, managing renewals, onboarding new members, and following up on outstanding dues.
• Conduct outreach and schedule sales and renewal calls; serve as the primary contact for member technical and logistical inquiries.
• Maintain member and prospect intelligence; assist with research, surveys, and promotional materials, including coordination of translations with the Communications team.
• Sponsorship & Exhibitor Coordination: Track, invoice, and manage sponsor and exhibitor deliverables; ensure timely completion of internal obligations.
• Build and manage forms, payment collection, and exhibitor booking processes using approved platforms.
• Collaborate with Events and Communications teams to ensure efficient and profitable execution of deliverables.

Administrative Support & Process Optimization

• Manage team calendars, inboxes, meeting logistics, and documentation.
• Provide daily administrative support aligned with strategic goals; identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Industry Knowledge & General Duties: Maintain a foundational understanding of Canada’s renewable energy and energy storage sectors to support informed member engagement.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the evolving needs of the Association.

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in membership services, CRM administration, business development, event coordination, or related fields.
• Proven experience with CRM/database management, including feature implementation and system integrations.
• Demonstrated experience in member-based program delivery, client interaction, and customer service.
• Experience in event coordination and logistics.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiarity with membership database platforms (e.g., GrowthZone), billing systems, and related tools such as Adobe Acrobat, PandaDoc, Zoom, Jotform, and Simply Voting.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solver with a collaborative mindse