Coordinator, Partnership Engagement

We are a global engagement marketing agency that creates human-centric touchpoints that unleash the power of people to deliver innovation and growth. Firm believers in the power of building community since 1987, we are helping brands, associations and not-for-profit organisations solve their key people challenges through our core expertise: Live & virtual events, Strategic & digital communications and Consulting & community solutions. We are an independently owned agency, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a global presence of 60 offices in 31 countries. JOB OBJECTIVE The MCI Canada Consulting & Community Solutions team supports Canadian and International Associations with: Executive leadership Strategic consulting and business planning Conferences and events Committee support and management Community and membership management Certification and accreditation management Financial management Marketing & communications A key member of MCI Canada’s CCS association management and events team, the Coordinator, Strategic Partnerships is responsible for supporting the development of industry sponsorships, grant applications, affiliate partnerships and sales administration. This includes market research, database development, sales collateral, sales solicitation, tracking, and reporting. Main Responsibilities The coordinator is an adept multi-tasker, who can manage a number of diverse tasks across a variety of conferences, projects, and associations. This role is specifically focused on tasks related to administration and delivery of sponsorships, exhibits, advertising, and affiliate partnerships: Main point of contact for all sponsors / exhibitors Work collaboratively with internal teams and external clients Identification and development of advertising and sponsorship assets Point person for the build and management of the sponsor/exhibitor sales & fulfilment system Sponsorship / exhibition activity tracking Implementation of all sponsor / exhibitor contracts with the Operations team Sales, invoice and payment tracking of ancillary sponsorship activities and events Sponsorship fulfillment such as but not limited to exhibition, symposia, meeting, advertising, and marketing properties Corporate partnership fulfillment such as but not limited to educational activities, digital marketing, and advertising Deployment and tracking of sponsor/exhibitor communications benefits to digital marketing team Collaboration with communications and conference operations team to ensure a high-quality sponsor / exhibitor experience Collaboration with sales and operations team on development of exhibit hall and symposia schedules and floor plans Onsite point of contact for all sponsors and exhibitors Development of post event sponsorship report Manage the development and deployment of the sponsor / exhibitor post event survey and sponsor / exhibitor final report Maintain up-to-date documentation and user manuals Description Of The Relationships Reports directly into the Manager, Conference Operations, Consulting & Community Solutions Internally collaborates with the Head of Strategic Partnerships MarCom and operations teams Internally collaborates daily with CCS team members Internally collaborates as needed with all members of the MCI Canada and MCI Global teams. Externally collaborates with clients, industry and affiliate stakeholders Maintains professional relationship with suppliers, and temporary staff Provides a high-level of customer service to clients, sponsors, exhibitors, and affiliates Job Requirements Minimum of two years’ work experience in event and/or partnership management and fulfilment. Sponsorship & exhibit sales, association management, hospitality, and/or not-for profit experience is an asset Degree or Diploma in Business, Administration, Hospitality, Event Management and/or a related field, or equivalent experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. French is an asset. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support multiple projects at the same time. Knowledge of fundraising, associations and not-for-profit business environment is an asset. Able to travel in Canada and, if necessary, internationally. Ability to work effectively both from home and/or an MCI office as required. Specific Technical Skills Strong computer skills are a must: Highly proficient levels in SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Effective ability to use computer software and technology to organize and present client data and information Interest in and ability to learn AI and other new technologies Experience working with a range of technology systems specific to: Event Management systems Sponsorship & Exhibit systems Customer Relationship Management systems Additional Skills / Local Requirements Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail A highly motived and entrepreneurial mindset Strong inter-personal skills including cross cultural understanding Empathy to work with diverse customers, staff, managers, and authorities Excellent presentation skills The position may require occasional travel and work on evenings and weekends. Ability to work extended hours during strategic planning meetings and/or onsite delivery of conferences and events. Benefits Salary starting at $55,000 CAD, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Health and dental benefits HSA & LSA Birthday day off Flexible remote work environment Friendly and collaborative work environment MCI is where you can bring your true self to work and be proud of what you do. Join us and make a difference!

The Coordinator supports the development of industry sponsorships, grant applications, and affiliate partnerships for association management. Key duties include managing sponsor communications, tracking sales and payments, and coordinating onsite exhibition logistics.

Requires a minimum of two years of experience in event or partnership management and a degree or diploma in Business, Hospitality, or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with CRM or event management systems is essential.

• Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • HSA • LSA • Birthday Day Off • Flexible Remote Work Environment

• Project managementPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft OutlookPreferred

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• Partnership Management
• Sponsorship Fulfillment
• Market Research
• Sales Administration
• Event Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Project Management
• Budget Tracking
• Digital Marketing
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Skills
• SharePoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook

• Marketing
• Consulting
• Hospitality
• Sales
• Administrative

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 12, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level