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Project Manager, National Events – 2 year contract


Job Location:

Waterloo - Canada

Yearly Salary: $ 75000 - 100000
Posted: 10 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Hybrid (in-office preferred) Waterloo ON Office
Reports to: HR (with regular interaction with the Executive Team)
Department: Executive Team
Travel: Domestic Travel required across Canada
About the Organization
The New Apostolic Church of Canada (NACC) is a faith-based non-profit organization dedicated to serving its communities across Canada and internationally. Through NAC Foreign Extension Inc. (NACF) the organization supports both domestic operations and global humanitarian initiatives.
Position Overview
The Project Manager National Events is responsible for leading the planning coordination and execution of national and regional church events across Canada. This role provides centralized oversight of event initiatives ensuring alignment across multiple functional areas including finance audio/visual (AV) programming music communications and volunteer coordination.
The Project Manager will act as the primary point of coordination across departments bringing structure clarity and accountability to complex multi-stakeholder projects. This role is focused on ensuring that all event components are effectively planned executed on time and delivered within budget.
Working closely with the Travel & Events Coordinator who is responsible for logistics such as travel and accommodations this role will focus on the overall project management planning and execution of events from concept through completion.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive project leader with strong stakeholder management skills the ability to manage multiple priorities and experience working with both staff and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
Event Planning & Project Management
  • Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of national and regional church events across Canada
  • Develop detailed project plans timelines and milestones for each event
  • Ensure all project components are aligned coordinated and delivered on schedule
  • Monitor progress and proactively identify and address risks or delays
Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Act as the central point of coordination across multiple departments (finance AV programming music communications and volunteer teams)
  • Break down siloed workstreams and ensure alignment across all stakeholders
  • Facilitate efficient communication and collaboration across teams
  • Ensure appropriate participation in meetings optimizing team members time and involvement
Leadership & Meeting Facilitation
  • Chair and facilitate project meetings ensuring clear agendas action items and follow-ups
  • Assign tasks and track accountability across staff and volunteer teams
  • Provide clear direction and coordination to support successful event delivery
  • Support volunteer engagement scheduling and coordination
Budget & Vendor Coordination
  • Develop and manage event budgets in collaboration with finance and leadership
  • Monitor costs and ensure events are delivered within approved budgets
  • Coordinate with vendors venues and service providers for event execution
  • Support decision-making related to vendor selection contracts and service delivery
Event Execution & Oversight
  • Oversee all aspects of event execution ensuring a high-quality and well-coordinated experience
  • Collaborate with the Travel & Events Coordinator on logistics including transportation accommodations and meals
  • Ensure all event elements are delivered in accordance with plans and expectations
  • Provide on-site leadership and coordination during events as required
Post-Event Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead post-event debriefs and evaluations
  • Gather feedback from stakeholders and participants
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practices for future events
  • Maintain documentation templates and processes to support ongoing program development
Qualifications
Education & Experience
  • Post-secondary education in Project Management Event Management Business Administration or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in project management event management or a similar role
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex multi-stakeholder projects
  • Experience working with volunteers or within a non-profit or faith-based environment is an asset
Skills & Competencies
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Experience with project management software
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • High level of initiative accountability and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Other Requirements
  • Willingness to travel within Canada as required for event planning and execution
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends based on event schedules and stakeholder availability
  • Ability to coordinate across multiple time zones
  • Commitment to the mission values and culture of the church community
Compensation & Benefits
  • Estimated Salary Range: $75000 $100000 annually
  • Paid personal days
  • Competitive vacation entitlement
  • Hybrid work arrangement with a preference for in-office presence.
Accessibility & Accommodation
The New Apostolic Church of Canada (NACC) is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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