Executive Assistant

Canadian Unitarian Council (CUC)
Full-time (35 hours/week)

The Canadian Unitarian Council (CUC) is the national organization of Unitarian and Unitarian Universalist congregations and affiliated communities across Canada. Grounded in values of love, justice, and interconnection, the CUC supports inclusive communities and is currently in a period of growth and change.

We are seeking a dynamic Executive Assistant to support the Executive Director, Board, and staff in this work.

If you’re interested, we encourage you to review the full job description and application details.

What you’ll do

Executive support

• Manage the Executive Director’s calendar, including scheduling, coordination, and resolving conflicts
• Triage and manage the ED’s inbox, including drafting responses and prioritizing communications
• Prepare agendas, briefing notes, and background materials
• Attend meetings, take notes, and track action items
• Follow up with internal and external stakeholders
• Support presentations, speaking engagements, and external meetings
• Maintain contact lists and relationship tracking

Coordination and administration

• Maintain organized digital filing systems and documentation
• Track projects, timelines, and deliverables across initiatives
• Support coordination across staff, volunteers, and committees
• Assist with expense tracking and basic financial administration
• Support onboarding and coordination of staff and volunteers

Board and meeting support

• Coordinate logistics for Board and committee meetings
• Prepare and distribute agendas and materials
• Record meeting minutes and maintain records
• Track follow-ups and support communication with Board members

Events and programming

• Plan and coordinate events and gatherings
• Contribute ideas for programming to support engagement
• Manage timelines and logistics
• Liaise with speakers, facilitators, and partners
• Support event delivery and follow-up

Communications and outreach

• Draft and edit emails, newsletters, and announcements
• Support social media content and scheduling
• Coordinate simple graphics (e.g. Canva)
• Maintain a consistent and engaging online presence
• Track engagement and support improvements

What you bring

• Experience supporting senior leadership (Executive Director, Director, or similar)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and ability to follow through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Experience with event coordination and/or communications
• Comfort working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Working conditions

• Full-time (35 hours/week)
• Hybrid work environment (remote with occasional in-office work in Toronto, or remote elsewhere in Canada)
• Some evening and weekend work required (approximately 6 hours/week on average)
• Occasional travel may be required

Compensation and benefits

• Salary: $62,000 annually
• 3 weeks vacation, increasing to 4 weeks after 3 years
• Up to 2 sick days per month
• RRSP matching up to 5%
• Health benefits plan

Learn more and apply

To learn more about the role and how to apply, please review the full job description.

Youth and Young Adult Connections

Canadian Unitarian Council (CUC)
Part-time (18.5 hours/week)

The Canadian Unitarian Council is seeking a Youth and Young Adult Connections lead to support and strengthen relationships, leadership, and engagement among youth (ages 14–19) and young adults (ages 18–35) across Canada. 

If you’re interested, we encourage you to review the full job description and application details.

This role works collaboratively with youth and young adult leaders, adult allies, and religious professionals to build vibrant, multigenerational, and connected communities.

What you’ll do

Events and programming

• Coordinate national youth and young adult events, including CanUUdle (youth conference) and Chorus (young adult gathering)
• Support planning, logistics, and delivery of events in collaboration with congregations and volunteers
• Develop resources to support youth and young adult programming across the country
• Ensure safe and inclusive event practices

Communications and outreach

• Support outreach and visibility for youth and young adult initiatives
• Collaborate with CUC Communications staff on website, social media, and promotional content
• Maintain connections with youth, advisors, young adults, and congregational leaders

Engagement and leadership development

• Strengthen relationships with congregations, ministers, and youth advisors
• Support youth leadership and empowerment initiatives
• Share opportunities for training, leadership, and participation across Canada and beyond

Support to governance

• Provide logistical support for Youth Observer elections to the CUC Board
• Work with Youth Observers to support their initiatives and participation

What you bring

• Experience working with youth and/or young adults
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to build relationships across diverse communities
• Experience with event coordination and volunteer engagement
• Commitment to Unitarian Universalist values

Working conditions

• Remote (home office) or based in the CUC Toronto office
• Occasional travel (2–4 times per year)
• Some evening and weekend work required

Compensation and benefits

• $32,000–$34,000 annually (part-time)
• Benefits package available after probation, including RRSP contributions and health benefits

How to apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@cuc.ca by May 25, 2026.

Learn more

To learn more, you can review the full job description.