Co-ordinator, Events and Programs, Student Services

Co-ordinator, Events and Programs, Student Services* Central location, close to transit (TTC), bike lanes* Flexible location of work (remote or hybrid)* Meaningful non-profit organization workDentists like to smile too! And there’s nothing that makes them happier than the support of their own dedicated professional association. We’re the Ontario Dental Association (https://oda.ca/index.php) , and we represent over 90% of dentists in Ontario: advocating on their behalf to improve dentistry for both dentists and patients and keeping Ontarians smiling.  Working with other health-care professionals, governments, the private sector and the public, the ODA provides a wide range of services, resources and continuing education programs to support ODA dentists in their pursuit of professional excellence and personal fulfillment.  What we’re looking forWe’re looking for a detail-oriented and organized professional with strong event coordination and communication skills who thrives in a dynamic environment.The Co-ordinator, Events and Programs, Student Services plays a key role in supporting student engagement initiatives for the Ontario Dental Association (ODA). This position is responsible for coordinating student programs, events, and outreach activities to enhance student awareness and engagement with the ODA.What you’ll doIn this role, you will work with the Director, Member Services and practically speaking here are some of the responsibilities you’ll take on:* Implement and manage student-focused programs to enhance engagement with the ODA.* Develop and execute outreach strategies targeting Ontario-based and international dental students.* Maintain relationships with university faculty, student representatives, and external partners to support collaboration.* Plan and coordinate student events, including speaker selection, venue sourcing, registration, audiovisual setup, catering, and on-site execution.* Organize educational seminars, networking sessions, and workshops to enhance student engagement.* Develop and maintain marketing materials, website updates, and presentations to promote student programs.* Coordinate surveys, focus groups, and research initiatives to assess student needs and program effectiveness.* Track program metrics and student membership data to measure engagement and effectiveness.* Assist in preparing and monitoring program budgets.The ideal candidate possesses excellent event coordination skills, the ability to build strong relationships and a knack for multitasking.What you’ll bring* 2–5 years of experience in event coordination, program delivery, or student engagement within an association, education, or healthcare environment.* Experience working with universities, student programs, or member-based organizations is preferred.* Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, Zoom, and event management tools.* University or college degree in event management, marketing, communications, business administration, or a related field. What we offerThis is a full-time, permanent position. As part of the ODA’s Flexible Location of Work policy, remote, in-person or hybrid work options are available with in-person attendance required for occasional staff and member events.In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to a benefits plan that includes dental (of course!) as well as plenty of vacation days, personal days, and access to a health-spending account.The ODA is proud to be one of the GTA’s Top Employers for 2025 (https://reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer-ontario-dental-association?_gl=1*9okn01*_ga*MTk5NDE5MTUxMC4xNzA4NTIzNDky*_ga_H481FDLVWD*MTc0MTE5NjA1OS4xNC4wLjE3NDExOTYwNTkuMC4wLjA.#gta) – we think that says a lot about the culture and work environment we’ve built over the last 150+ years. We are all about growth and learning: every position in our organization offers both challenges and opportunities, and we encourage all our staff to establish themselves within and beyond their individual roles. How to ApplyOur online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete person, not just a resumé. The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences, and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. After submitting, you’ll receive an email inviting you to log in and view your assessment results.We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as Indigenous people, visible minorities, people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, veterans, women and people with disabilities.If we can make your application easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us using the “Help” button.  We will review applications with priority given to those who have completed the assessment and look forward to hearing from you.