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Associate Vice- President, External Affairs
Commerce Undergraduate Society
Vancouver
Source: Commerce Undergraduate Society careers · View original posting
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The Associate VP External Affairs is responsible for working with the VP External Affairs in managing and creating business relationships to gather in-kind and monetary support for CUS-sponsored events, services, and conferences.
- Time Commitment & Term of Employment: 5-10 hours per week (up to 15 during peak times)
- September 2026- March 2027
- Main Responsibilities: Expand the network of business professionals and companies supporting the CUS by connecting with sponsors and interested parties
- Manage external relations and ensure external communications from CR Managers, sponsors, and clubs are streamlined and do not overlap
- Align sponsorship goals with the VP External Affairs while leading a team of CR Managers and delegating responsibilities to ensure the team remains on track throughout the year
- Lead the CUSavings program with CR Managers and maintain a strong partnership with CUSavings partners, as well as promote the program to Sauder students
- Collaborate with CUS services and Marketing portfolio to create and update the CUS Sponsorship Package
Develop, maintain, and consistently update the CUS Corporate Contacts database and digital wallet to ensure high levels of transparency and to allow for resource-sharing initiatives
- Maintain clear communications with the VP External Affairs to ensure the executive council and services are kept in the loop with progress updates
- Drive new pilot initiatives to promote the CUS in the professional community
- Collaborate with the VP External Affairs in working on interfaculty events
Qualifications: Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Effective networking and relationship management skills
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take the initiative for problem-solving
- Ability to work flexibly within a team and independently
- Time management and organizational skills
- Previous event/conference planning and sponsorship experiences are an asset
- Desire to be innovative and think creatively
- Submit the following information (in 1 PDF file) no later than
- 22nd September, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT: A one-page resume outlining your most relevant experiences