Membership and Business Development Coordinator

Contract Term

We are seeking to provide coverage during an employee leave. This is a temporary full-time role expected to last approximately 12 months, with an anticipated end upon return of the incumbent.

While this position is temporary, there is potential for extension and for it to become permanent depending on business needs and performance.

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is the voice for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions that will power Canada's energy future. We are an industry association representing 350+ member companies. CanREA is dedicated to moving the needle on legislation and regulation governing the electricity sector, to create a more sustainable future for Canada and future generations. Learn more at renewablesassociation.ca. Follow us on Bluesky and LinkedIn. Subscribe to our newsletter here.

The Role

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Membership and Business Development Coordinator to support its Membership and Business Development team. This role is responsible for managing the membership database, delivering high-quality administrative and member-facing services, and supporting the coordination of sponsorship and exhibitor deliverables. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving member growth, engagement, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

Membership Database Management

• Administer and maintain the membership CRM, including data entry, updates, member directories, integrations, and system configurations.
• Lead the implementation of new CRM features, manage vendor relationships, and develop user guides and training materials.
• Establish and enforce internal database policies; provide staff training and frontline support for database access and troubleshooting.

Membership Lifecycle: Renewals, Retention & Recruitment

• Support annual membership renewal and recruitment campaigns by preparing proposals, managing renewals, onboarding new members, and following up on outstanding dues.
• Conduct outreach and schedule sales and renewal calls; serve as the primary contact for member technical and logistical inquiries.
• Maintain member and prospect intelligence; assist with research, surveys, and promotional materials, including coordination of translations with the Communications team.

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Coordination

• Track, invoice, and manage sponsor and exhibitor deliverables; ensure timely completion of internal obligations.
• Build and manage forms, payment collection, and exhibitor booking processes using approved platforms.
• Collaborate with Events and Communications teams to ensure efficient and profitable execution of deliverables.

Administrative Support & Process Optimization

• Manage team calendars, inboxes, meeting logistics, and documentation.
• Provide daily administrative support aligned with strategic goals; identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Industry Knowledge & General Duties

• Maintain a foundational understanding of Canada's renewable energy and energy storage sectors to support informed member engagement.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the evolving needs of the Association.

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in membership services, CRM administration, business development, event coordination, or related fields.
• Proven experience with CRM/database management, including feature implementation and system integrations.
• Demonstrated experience in member-based program delivery, client interaction, and customer service.
• Experience in event coordination and logistics.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiarity with membership database platforms (e.g., GrowthZone), billing systems, and related tools such as Adobe Acrobat, PandaDoc, Zoom, Jotform, and Simply Voting.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solver with a collaborative mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.
• Strong customer-service orientation with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required. Proficiency in written and spoken French is preferred.
• Familiarity with the renewable energy sector or a demonstrated ability to learn quickly is considered an asset.
• Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset.
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 5% of the time, primarily within Canada.

Work Perks

• Fully remote workplace with flexible hours
• Generous paid time off allotment
• Financial support for setting up ergonomic home office
• Annual holiday office closure between December 20 - January 1
• International work policy
• Professional development policy with personal allotment
• Employee recognition programs
• Ample opportunities to help build/evolve organizational culture
• Fun, welcoming, brilliant teammates, eager to nerd-out about the renewable energy sector
• ...and much more!

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

CanREA is an equal-opportunity employer with policies and practices intended to build an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please include this in your cover letter and all efforts to provide the appropriate accommodation will be put into place.