Specialist, Events & Programs

CIPH is a national, not-for-profit trade association for Canada’s essential and thriving plumbing and heating community. We are proud to represent manufacturers, wholesale distributors, manufacturers’ agents and associates in the plumbing, heating, hydronics, industrial PVF, waterworks and water systems industry:

As part of a new three (3) year strategic plan to support the industry, the Specialist, Events and Programs will work under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in facilitating key organizational initiatives and industry projects.

What CIPH Offers

Competitive salary: $60,000 – $65,000 commensurate with experience;

Eligible for benefits and RRSP matching upon successful completion of the probationary period;

Vacation: Three (3) weeks;

Work schedule: 35-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm;

Hybrid work environment: This role requires in-office work two (2) days a week (Mondays and Wednesdays), occasionally you may be required to work in-office a third day based on business needs;

Modern office environment (Bloor & West Mall Area, Etobicoke);

Travel: Ability to travel across Canada approximately three (3) to 4 (four) times per year, to attend industry meetings and events; and

A rewarding career opportunity in association management, working alongside a supportive and collaborative team.

The duties and responsibilities of the Specialist, Events and Programs include, but are not limited to:

Provides high-level coordination and operational support for key initiatives; and

Works closely with committees, councils, and internal teams.

Committee and Council Coordination

Coordinates activity-based member committees and councils, with a specific focus on the Canadian Hydronics Council; and

Assists with facilitating committees and councils during staff absences to provide business continuity and oversight.

Events and Tradeshows

Works closely with the Events and Sponsorship team to support the planning and delivery of member events;

Manages sponsorship deliverables for key trade shows;

Attends and represents CIPH at tradeshows and conferences across Canada (approximately three to four times per year); and

Provides timely support for trade shows, including, but not limited to seminar coordination, exhibitor follow-ups any related tasks.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Post-secondary education in project management, or a related field;

Minimum two (2) years of experience in project coordination or administration, preferably in the not-for-profit sector or relevant industry experience;

Familiarity with trade shows and CRM products would be an asset.

Flexibility to travel within Canada up to three (3) to four (4) times per year to attend industry meetings, tradeshows and conferences;

Strong organizational skills, with a customer service-oriented mindset;

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners to drive project success;

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to successfully balance internal coordination and stakeholder interaction;

Strong organizational, planning and problem-solving abilities to complete projects on time in alignment with CIPH’s strategic goals; and

Experience in MS Office environment.

CIPH welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the requirement and selection process.

Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and why you are interested in joining our team to:

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please send your resume and cover letter to

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