Events and Marketing Coordinator

Our client, Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI), has an exciting in-office opportunity in Sidney, BC, for an experienced, dynamic and creative Events and Marketing Coordinator. Reporting to the Director, Projects and Stakeholder Relations, you will support the planning and delivery of organizational events while developing and implementing marketing strategies that promote programs, initiatives and community engagement.

Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI) represents the breadth and depth of BC’s industrial marine economy, a thriving sector made up of over 1000 companies employing more than 24,000 workers.  From shipbuilding to ocean science, the marine and defence sectors fuel innovation, global competitiveness, and the everyday well-being of British Columbians. Be part of the only organization uniting every facet of British Columbia’s industrial marine sector!

The Events and Marketing Coordinator Role:

As the Events and Marketing Coordinator you will be responsible for coordinating annual event logistics, managing promotional campaigns, and creating marketing and graphic design materials to support brand visibility and participation. Working collaboratively with internal teams, vendors, sponsors, and community partners, the Events and Marketing Coordinator helps ensure delivery of successful events, effective outreach, and consistent communication across digital and print platforms.

What this position offers you:

• A highly competitive salary $60,300 – $68,850 per year (commensurate with related experience)
• A 35-hour work week – Monday to Friday
• Three (3) Weeks of annual vacation
• Group Benefits – Life Insurance, Health and Dental
• Opportunity to be part of a vibrant, organization that values initiative and passion

Key Responsibilities include:

Event Planning and Coordination

• Assist with planning and execute delivery of organizational events
• Source and manage vendors, suppliers, and service providers
• Organize sponsors, partners, and community stakeholders
• Coordinate venues, vendors, catering, registration, speakers, and event logistics
• Assist with development of event timelines, budgets, and operational plans as required
• Support negotiation of contracts

Marketing and Promotion

• Development of marketing strategies to promote events, programs, and initiatives
• Create marketing materials including newsletters, digital content, event promotions
• Coordinate promotional campaigns throughout social media, website and membership correspondence (emails)
• Responsible for drafting, editing, and distributing monthly newsletters
• Support public relations and communication efforts related to Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI)

Graphic Design and Visual Communications

• Design engaging visuals including event promotional materials, social media graphics, digital advertisements, posters, presentations, ensuring visual branding aligns with organizational identity and enhances marketing effectiveness

Community Involvement

• Maintain strong relationships with community partners, sponsors, stakeholders, and local organizations
• Identify opportunities for collaboration, community participation, and outreach initiatives that strengthen presence and impact

General Administration

• Monitor event budgets and marketing expenditures
• Track invoices, sponsorship revenue related to events
• Maintain records, event documentation, and marketing assets
• Conduct post-event evaluations, collecting participant feedback if required
• Track marketing metrics, such as engagement, attendance and reach
• Provide reports and recommendations to leadership on event and marketing performance and statistics

The Events and Marketing Coordinator we are looking for brings:

• 3-5 years of experience in event planning, marketing coordination, or communications, and non-profit and marine industry experience is an asset
• Prior experience coordinating corporate, community, or non-profit events
• Experience managing marketing and promotional campaigns and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram)
• Proven experience designing marketing materials
• Knowledge of digital analytics tools and marketing metrics
• Proficiency with Office 365, virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.)
• Graphic design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or comparable
• Ability to attend local events and candidates must have their own transportation

Skills and Attributes that will help you thrive:

• Strategic thinking and creativity
• Strong relationship building and organizational skills
• Functions well in fast-paced environments
• Clear professional, and effective written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail supporting operational excellence
• Organizational and time management skills; Proactive follow up
• Problem-solving, takes initiative, independent judgment
• Adaptable, service-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently and in small team environments

How To Apply:

If you believe you are the standout candidate we are looking for, we encourage you to submit your confidential application to TallSky Consulting. Only applications that include a cover letter outlining why you are the ideal fit for this unique role will be considered.

This opportunity will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants who apply; however, after initial acknowledgment, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.