Membership Development Representative

• An organization where values matter and people care
• Competitive compensation package
• Great extended health benefits and generous vacation in your first year

The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) is the largest, most inclusive, and most fully representative regional construction association in BC. Our 750 members include general contractors, trade contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and professional service providers active in the ICI and multifamily residential construction industry in the Lower Mainland, from Pemberton to Hope. VRCA members are diverse, spanning all political affiliations, open shop and union businesses, and actively supportive of men, women, indigenous, newcomers to Canada, and all equity-seeking groups.

VRCA membership is vital to serious participation in the industry, and provides a wide variety of high-value services, programs, education, events, and advocacy. We have a tight team that genuinely cares about one another and especially cares about our members. We work hard, we laugh hard, and we do things that make a real difference to real people. 

To learn more, visit: vrca.ca.

We are currently looking for a full-time Membership Development Representative, to join our team in Vancouver, BC.

Reporting to the President, the Membership Development Representative will be responsible for generating leads, qualifying prospects, and increasing membership for long-term retention. 

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting outside/field business development
• Driving membership growth for long-term retention
  Building VRCA’s presence across the Lower Mainland
• Actively listening and seeking to understand a prospect’s business purpose and needs
• Educating the benefits and value of VRCA programs and service to prospects
• Developing key metrics to measure membership conversion, growth, and retention
• Scheduling client meetings to maximize efficiency and productivity
• Consistently balancing prospecting and lead generation, with business development meetings and conversion for long-term retention
• Meticulously tracking activities and results for regular reporting
• Maintaining an understanding of market forces and trends

To qualify, you will need at least 3 years of previous experience in outside/field sales, client-facing customer service, or any related membership-driven organization role.  A post-secondary education in business, marketing, or a related field will be highly valued.

This role should resonate with you if:

• You're a proactive and results-driven sales professional
• You're an exceptional listener, able to build rapport quickly and genuinely
• You know how to source leads, qualify prospects, and close deals for long-term retention
• You have a strong background in sales and service, with a focus on long-term relationships
• You have an entrepreneurial mindset, with a background in team environments 
• You have meticulous scheduling, tracking, and reporting skills
• You're self-motivated and driven, with a track record of delivering results

Due to the nature of the role, which includes onsite visits to prospects and existing members, we also require a valid Driver's License and a reliable vehicle.

Background/experience in construction and/or non-profit organizations will be considered an asset.

This is an incredible opportunity for a motivated individual to make their mark, by providing the best service to our members and enhancing our value to their organization!

As a valued member of our team, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive compensation package, negotiable based on skills and experience, along with:

• 5% RRSP matching
• 4 weeks vacation, plus 1 week of paid time off at Christmas
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Free parking
• Monthly social events
• Paid community volunteer hours 
• And many more!

Join our dynamic organization and unleash your potential to build long-term relationships, drive results, and achieve success with the support of a dedicated and motivated team. - apply today!

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