Canadian Police Knowledge Network
Job Summary:
Job Description:
Who We Are
The Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN) is an extensive collaborative network operating as a not-for-profit with a vision of ‘Driving excellence in policing professional development.
Established in 2004, CPKN has since evolved to earn its standing as a trusted, reliable, and integral component of the Canadian and First Nations policing services and the communities they serve.
CPKN strives to provide a positive workplace culture that recognizes, and values staff all the while ensuring the success of CPKN, which includes the Professional Security Knowledge Network (www.pskn.ca) and eProctorCanada (www.eproctorcanada.com).
Who You Are
Reporting to the Director of Outreach and Communications, the Special Projects and Engagement Coordinator provides strategic, administrative, and technical support for events, strategic initiatives, special projects, communications, and external relations functions of CPKN.
The Special Projects and Engagement Coordinator is responsible for:
- planning and executing events, strategic initiatives, and special projects;
- assisting with writing and editing a wide variety of communications materials;
- distributing information to various internal and external audiences;
- nurturing and developing mutually beneficial relationships;
- overseeing and managing logistics for the National Advisory Committee and the Board of Directors meetings;
- supporting the President and Vice-President of Operations on strategic initiatives;
- organizing and maintaining various tracking and monitoring systems; and
- working collaboratively within the Outreach and Communications team to undertake strategic outreach, marketing, and communication opportunities to advance the goals of CPKN.
Qualifications
- University degree or equivalent
- Minimum of three years working in event or project planning and management.
- Strong organizational and planning skills with the comprehension of how events and initiatives have a direct impact on profile building, brand awareness, revenue generation, and the overall achievement of CPKN’s long-term success.
- Strong written and communication skills.
- Aptitude for fostering positive relationships and a customer-oriented mindset.
- Ability to deliver results in a challenging and deadline-driven environment.
- Fluency in French is considered an asset.
To Join Us
CPKN values collaboration and teamwork and as such, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a
collaborative spirit and will want to be part of a team that recognizes and values staff while ensuring client success and the ongoing vitality of the organization.
This position offers an annual salary between $60,000 – $75,000 and a benefits package. Please note that CPKN is a hybrid workplace and as such, there is the expectation that the incumbent will reside in Prince Edward Island and be in the office several days per week.
If you feel your qualifications will support our vision and drive success, please email a cover letter and résumé to careers@cpkn.ca by Friday, July 28 at 5 p.m. ADT.