Venture for Canada · 1 month ago
Executive & Operations Coordinator
Venture for Canada is a national non-profit and registered charity focused on equipping Canadian talent with entrepreneurial skills and opportunities. The Executive & Operations Coordinator will support the CEO and ensure smooth operational systems, manage schedules, and contribute to recruitment logistics and internal communications.
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Responsibilities
Manage the CEO’s schedule, meetings, travel logistics, and daily priorities
Prepare briefing materials, track follow-ups, and ensure the CEO is prepared for engagements
Draft, edit, or coordinate communications on behalf of the CEO to internal and external stakeholders
Maintain confidentiality and consistently exercise sound judgment
Help keep operations running smoothly — from office coordination to systems upkeep
Handle essential administrative tasks, mail handling, supplies, purchasing, and occasional errands
Support team-wide meetings, internal communications, and organizational logistics
Improve processes and contribute to operational best practices across VFC
Coordinate recruitment logistics such as interview scheduling, posting jobs, and communicating with candidates
Support initial screening steps or reference checks as required while promoting a positive and inclusive candidate experience
Maintain and update People Operations records and tools such as the HRIS
Assist with onboarding and offboarding logistics in collaboration with the People Operations team
Qualification
Required
2+ years of administrative or executive support experience, ideally in a nonprofit, startup, or similarly dynamic setting
Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities with calm and clarity
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare polished, professional materials
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, and administrative systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate sensitive information with discretion
Service-oriented, proactive, and relationship-focused — comfortable supporting colleagues at all levels
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
Preferred
Experience with recruitment coordination is an asset but not required
Benefits
Stipend for phone usage
Comprehensive health benefits plan after 3 months of service and RRSP matching after 6 months of service
Three weeks of paid vacation
Summer hours from May to Labour Day
Additional summer office closures, holiday closures (Dec 25–Jan 1)
Potential to work out of the country/province for up to 1 month annually
Flexible work hours and a remote work environment
Professional development funding
Funding to support the setup of your home office
Company
Venture for Canada
Their mission is to provide opportunities for the best and brightest to create dynamic companies
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$5.88MKey Investors
Government of CanadaOntario Centres of Excellence
2018-04-12Grant· $4.4M
2018-03-23Grant· $1.48M
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