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ROLE: Corporate SecretaryREPORTS TO: Chief Executive OfficerLOCATION: Burnaby Head OfficeWe are looking for a Corporate Secretary to join our Team! Our Corporate Secretary is responsible for engaging and developing the awareness and connection of the Cooperative Members and Delegates within the business, its house of brands as well as increasing the profile of the Agrifoods business with the dairy and greater agricultural industry. Opportunities This role offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to lead and shape member engagement at Agrifoods, a dynamic and values-driven cooperative. With a broad scope that spans communication strategy, share trading, event coordination, stakeholder relations, and industry representation, this position is ideal for someone who is passionate about member services, community-building, and the Canadian dairy industry. The successful candidate will have the chance to make a meaningful impact by enhancing member experience, driving strategic initiatives, and raising the profile of Agrifoods across multiple channelsHere is who you are Drive & motivationYou take initiative and love jumping in to make things happenno waiting to be asked!Youre energized by cross-team collaboration and arent afraid to take the lead when neededCharacter & AbilitiesYoure a natural relationship-builder who connects easily with othersYou have a way with words, whether youre writing or speaking, people listenYou stay cool under pressure, juggling multiple tasks while keeping an eye on the detailsYou love solving problems and thinking on your feetYoure just as comfortable working solo as you are teaming up with others to get things doneKnowledge & skillsYou know how to turn marketing strategy into action, whether through social media or traditional channelsto hit big goals.Youve rocked events and sponsorships before, and know how to make them shineYoure confident dealing with the media and know how to handle public relations like a proYoure a whiz with PowerPoint and Excel, and probably the go-to person for tips on shortcuts!ExperienceYou have at least 5 years in the consumer food industry, retail and food services or cooperative sectorYou have a Degree or Diploma in Business AdministrationYou have knowledge and experience in the dairy industryYou are experienced minute takerNice-to-Have Experience working for a CooperativeThings you will do Execute a comprehensive member engagement strategyDeliver effective, timely communication to Members and DelegatesOversee and optimize share trading activitiesPlan and execute governance and member eventsIncrease organizational visibility and industry influenceOther Attendance at the AGM, Delegates Meeting, and Governance/Membership Committee events across CanadaExecution of special events, sponsorships, and presentations offsite and will require travel across CanadaManage Agrifoods scholarship program to support educational advancement within the Member community.Liaise with provincial, regional, and national milk boards to represent Agrifoods interests and share organizational developments.Develop and manage the Member Services budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to approved guidelines.Maintain a strong understanding of dairy industry trends and issues affecting Members, keeping internal leadership informed.Represent Agrifoods on relevant industry boards, committees, and councils.Perform additional related duties and special projects as required.