Events Coordinator

Job title: Events Coordinator

Job description: Organization:

Abbotsford Arts Council

Deadline:

Jun. 30, 2021

Organization Description:

Established in 1971, the Abbotsford Arts Council acts as a resource for local artists while promoting the vision, creativity, and energy of the Abbotsford community through the arts. Over 70 local arts, heritage and culture organizations receive support under the umbrella of the Abbotsford Arts Council, and the talents of hundreds of local artists are showcased by the Abbotsford Arts Council each year at the Kariton Art Gallery as well as programs and events that are family friendly and open to the entire community.

Website:

Job Description:

The events coordinator will assist in coordination and operation of all Abbotsford Arts Council (AAC) events, exhibitions and other engagement opportunities for members and the community under the direction of senior AAC Board and Staff members

Responsibilities:

Develop online and other database resources of items, member groups, volunteers and partners for internal and external use

Coordinate and carry out internal and external communications plans surrounding needs for various AAC events throughout the summer

Participate in events and initiatives as they occur, coordinating on site operations if necessary, and engaging online where permissible

Research, implement and participate in event execution in a manner that ensures compliance with PHO guidelines on site and in planning stages

Solicit participation from community volunteers, partners and businesses in support of all AAC events

Coordinate volunteers and colleagues in execution of event based tasks

Qualifications:

Excellent Organizational Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Demonstrated ability to Multi-Task

Creativity and a demonstrated ability to problem solve

Demonstrated ability to work on self directed tasks

Demonstrated ability to complete long term projects

Project Management experience an asset

Ability to set reasonable goals and monitor achievement incrementally

This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position, and as such all applicants must meet the below government mandated requirements:

“Between 15 and 30 years of age. Legally entitled to work in Canada (which means you must have a valid Social Insurance Number)”

The AAC encourages applications from under-represented communities, including women, first nations peoples, people of colour, lesbian/gay/queer/transgender, people with physical and mental disabilities, people living with HIV/AIDS, and people whose age, education, or economic status may be a barrier to employment. CIVL does not discriminate on the basis of race, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, or class. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

How to Apply:

Email with resume and cover letter

Remuneration:

$17/hr

Contact Name: Aaron Levy
Contact Email:
Contact Phone: (604) 851-6306

Company: Abbotsford Arts Council

Expected salary: $17 per hour

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Job date: Sat, 19 Jun 2021 05:47:37 GMT