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National Executive Assistant and Governance Coordinator
DIRECTION – OTTAWA, ONTARIO (HYBRID)
- POSITION TYPE: Full-time, permanent staff
- LOCATION: CPAWS National Office – Ottawa, Ontario (hybrid work model)
- LANGUAGE: English/French bilingual
- SALARY: $65,000 – $75,000 annually – based on experience
- POSTING DATE: June 26, 2026
- DEADLINE: July 24,2026
- START DATE: As soon as possible
CPAWS National Office is seeking a National Executive Assistant and Governance Coordinator to support the National Executive Director (NED), the National Board of Trustees and organizational leadership. This is a key role within the organization, ensuring the NED’s effectiveness by providing high-level administrative, governance, and coordination support.
The National Executive Assistant and Governance Coordinator plays a central role in coordinating national governance processes, including working closely with the National Board of Trustees and supporting collaboration with Chapter Executive Directors across the country. This role also leads logistics for national meetings and events (virtual and in-person) and acts as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders.
This position is ideal for a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic, national environment and is comfortable managing competing priorities with discretion and professionalism.
NATIONAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES (2 POSITIONS)
OPERATIONS – CANADA (REMOTE)
- POSITION TYPE: Volunteer. Estimated commitment of approximately 4-8 hours per month, including meeting preparation and committee participation.
- LOCATION: Flexible, Canada (Primarily remote with 1-2 in-person meetings annually).
- POSTING DATE: March 18, 2026
- DEADLINE: Open until positions are filled
- START DATE: September 2026
CPAWS’ National Board of Trustees provides strategic governance oversight rather than operational management. Day-to-day leadership is the responsibility of the National Executive Director and staff. The Board works in partnership with this national team to:
- Set long-term strategic direction
- Ensure fiduciary oversight and financial sustainability
- Monitor organizational performance and risk
- Oversee and evaluate the National Executive Director
- Ensure legal, ethical, and policy compliance
- Safeguard mission alignment and long-term impact