Liaison Officer - 18-Month Contract

Canadian Bar Association • Ottawa, ON

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Sections, the Liaison Officer advises and supports the activities of assigned CBA Sections and their Executive Committees ensuring that their projects, programs, and initiatives are planned and carried out in accordance with CBA objectives, policies, and procedures. The Liaison Officer prepares documentation related to the work of these Committees and is responsible for assigned initiatives within the Department.

Requirements

• College diploma or university degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project management and/or decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of speaking to and communicating with large groups.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Experience with the development and delivery of member services, including professional development programs.
• Knowledge of the Canadian legal system.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French.
• Ability to prioritize, effectively manage multiple tasks, and work under pressure.
• Superb interpersonal skills, professionalism, and ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member.
• Ability to identify and evaluate critical issues when solving problems, making decisions or recommendations, and reporting on activities.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail.
• Discretion and sound judgment.
• Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to motivate others.
• Willingness to travel and work weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

• Fluent bilingual skills, both written and oral, are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing advice and oversees the day-to-day operations of selected Section Executive Committees, including the planning, development, and execution of their objectives within their respective mandates.
• Responsible for the coordination and administration of the assigned sections’ in-person and online PD offerings in accordance with CBA policies and procedures.
• Provides liaison and administrative support to volunteer speakers and program chairs.
• Responsible for CBA documentation, reports, and correspondence for these volunteer groups
• Participates in the budgeting process and prepares reports and recommendations concerning budget or financial policy variations in relation to these groups.
• Liaises with CBA members, committees, staff, volunteers, government, and the public and prepares various reports and recommendations in relation to Sections.
• Represent selected Sections and/or the CBA National Office through correspondence and participation in meetings with volunteers and external organizations.
• Responsible for assigned projects within the Department, some of which may be carried out in collaboration with other staff across the Association.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree