Student Recuitment Marketing and Events Coordinator
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
The starting annual salary for this position is between $51,850 and 61,550 per annum, based on candidates’ qualifications, experience, and internal parity. · Full-time
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- The starting annual salary for this position is between $51,850 and 61,550 per annum, based on candidates’ qualifications, experience, and internal parity.
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Original job description
Contract Type: Fixed Term, Full Time (contract until December 24, 2027)
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong communication, relationship-building, and marketing skills for the position of Student Recruitment Marketing and Events Coordinator. We are proud and honoured to have been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for a seventh consecutive year in 2026.
Job Summary
The Student Recruitment and Marketing Coordinator supports the Student Recruitment team in promoting the CPA designation and increasing awareness of CPA education pathways across British Columbia. The role is responsible for coordinating recruitment events and student engagement activities, including webinars, information sessions, networking events, and the annual CPABC Business Case Competition.
The Coordinator serves as a first point of contact for prospective learners, responding to inquiries and providing information about CPA education pathways, programs, and admission requirements. Working collaboratively with the Student Recruitment team, volunteers, post-secondary institutions, and internal departments, the Coordinator helps deliver high-quality recruitment experiences that support awareness of the CPA profession and encourage future learner participation
Key Responsibilities
Event Coordination
And other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge And Experience
If this job outline describes you, we encourage you to apply through our online Careers Portal. We thank all candidates who respond; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Why Join Our Team? CPABC Offers An Entrepreneurial Environment With a Competitive Compensation Package. At CPABC, Our Values Guide How We Work Together And Make Decisions Every Day
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 40,000 CPA members and 6,000 CPA students and candidates. CPABC carries out its primary mission to protect the public by enforcing the highest professional and ethical standards and contributing to the advancement of public policy. CPAs are recognized internationally for bringing superior financial expertise, strategic thinking, business insight, and leadership to organizations. CPABC is proud to have been presented with a seventh consecutive BC Top Employer award in 2026.
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 40,000 CPA members and 6,000 CPA candidates.
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong communication, relationship-building, and marketing skills for the position of Student Recruitment Marketing and Events Coordinator. We are proud and honoured to have been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for a seventh consecutive year in 2026.
Job Summary
The Student Recruitment and Marketing Coordinator supports the Student Recruitment team in promoting the CPA designation and increasing awareness of CPA education pathways across British Columbia. The role is responsible for coordinating recruitment events and student engagement activities, including webinars, information sessions, networking events, and the annual CPABC Business Case Competition.
The Coordinator serves as a first point of contact for prospective learners, responding to inquiries and providing information about CPA education pathways, programs, and admission requirements. Working collaboratively with the Student Recruitment team, volunteers, post-secondary institutions, and internal departments, the Coordinator helps deliver high-quality recruitment experiences that support awareness of the CPA profession and encourage future learner participation
Key Responsibilities
Event Coordination
- Lead the planning and coordination of the CPABC Annual Business Case Competition, including project planning, participant communications, volunteer coordination, sponsorship support, logistics, and event execution.
- Coordinate and support the delivery of in-person and virtual recruitment events, webinars, information sessions, networking events, and other student engagement initiatives.
- Prepare event logistics including venue sourcing, room bookings, catering arrangements, A/V requirements, registration management, promotional materials, and onsite support.
- Support post-event communications, surveys, and reporting.
- Liaise with venues, vendors, volunteers, post-secondary institutions, student groups, and internal partners to support successful event delivery.
- Attend events and provide registration, information booth, or other on-site event support.
- Respond to prospective student inquiries, providing information on CPA education pathways, programs, and admission requirements
- Provide general career advising to prospective learners exploring the CPA designation and pathways to qualification
- Support recruitment outreach activities by attending career fairs, campus events, presentations, and other student engagement opportunities
- Update and organize recruitment databases, contact lists, and student engagement records
- Assist in the coordination and support of CPA BC Ambassadors and other volunteers participating in recruitment and student engagement activities.
- Assist in the creation and distribution of marketing and social media content to promote the CPA profession and engage prospective students.
- Create, schedule and distribute recruitment communications, including e-mails, newsletters, social media content, and promotional materials.
- Coordinate updates to the event calendar and recruitment-related content on the CPABC website.
- Collaborate with the External Affairs and Communications teams to develop marketing materials and to ensure compliance with Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) for all electronic communications.
- Provides general administrative support to the Student Recruitment team as needed.
- Participates in meetings and training sessions to stay informed on recruitment strategies, marketing tools, and CPA program updates and supports follow-up actions.
- Assist with the preparation of surveys, reports, presentations, correspondence, and other recruitment-related materials.
And other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge And Experience
- Two (2) plus years of experience in Event Coordination, Student Engagement, Recruitment or Marketing;
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and verbal;
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects, events, and competing priorities while meeting deadlines;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage logistics in a fast-paced environment;
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events and recruitment activities;
- Ability to travel within British Columbia, mostly Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, to support recruitment, outreach, and student engagement initiatives;
- Post-secondary diploma in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience;
- Familiarity with email marketing platforms, social media tools, and website content management systems is desirable, but not essential;
- Knowledge of CRM systems and CASL compliance practices is an asset.
If this job outline describes you, we encourage you to apply through our online Careers Portal. We thank all candidates who respond; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Why Join Our Team? CPABC Offers An Entrepreneurial Environment With a Competitive Compensation Package. At CPABC, Our Values Guide How We Work Together And Make Decisions Every Day
- Integrity: We do the right thing and inspire trust
- Inclusivity: We embrace differences and thrive together
- Forward-Thinking: We envision tomorrow and act with purpose today
- Social Responsibility: We protect the public interest and strengthen our communities
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 40,000 CPA members and 6,000 CPA students and candidates. CPABC carries out its primary mission to protect the public by enforcing the highest professional and ethical standards and contributing to the advancement of public policy. CPAs are recognized internationally for bringing superior financial expertise, strategic thinking, business insight, and leadership to organizations. CPABC is proud to have been presented with a seventh consecutive BC Top Employer award in 2026.
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 40,000 CPA members and 6,000 CPA candidates.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate student recruitment events and engagement activities, including the annual business case competition, webinars, information sessions, and campus outreach. Respond to prospective student inquiries and support recruitment marketing, communications, volunteer coordination, event logistics, and related administration.
Requirements
Requires more than two years of experience in event coordination, student engagement, recruitment, or marketing, along with strong communication, presentation, organizational, and project coordination skills. A post-secondary diploma in marketing, communications, business administration, or a related field - or equivalent experience - is preferred; familiarity with email marketing, social media, website content systems, CRM systems, and CASL practices is an asset.
Skills
- Event Coordination
- Student Recruitment
- Student Engagement
- Marketing Communications
- Project Coordination
- Event Logistics
- Interpersonal Communication
- Presentation Skills
- Written Communication
- Organization
- Attention To Detail
- Relationship Building
- Email Marketing
- Social Media
- Website Content Management
- CASL Compliance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Marketing
- Education
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- CPA Designation
- Student Recruitment
- Recruitment Events
- Business Case Competition
- Webinars
- Information Sessions
- Networking Events
- Career Fairs
- Campus Outreach
- Event Planning
- Event Logistics
- Volunteer Coordination
- Sponsorship Support
- Prospective Learner Advising
- CPA Education Pathways
- Marketing Communications
- Email Marketing
- Newsletters
- Social Media
- Website Content Management
- CRM Systems
- CASL Compliance
- Registration Management
- Surveys
- Event Reporting
- Post-Secondary Institutions