Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

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Administer revenues and expenditures Assist in preparing financial reports Develop risk management plans Promote conference and meeting services or special events Inspect and select sites Develop marketing and communication plans Develop media strategies and public relations activities Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers Assist in site selection and attend to related details Co-ordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems and other details for special events Implement registration systems Implement social programs, food and beverage, transportation, and other services Plan and arrange for accommodation and transportation services Plan and arrange for trade shows and exhibits Plan schedules, goals and objectives Develop registration systems and information materials Plan for required documentation and for pre- and post-distribution of documentation (itineraries, evaluations etc.) Research and design special events programs Plan for traffic and crowd control and security Plan for social events and guest programs Prepare final financial and other reports Manage Event Logistics Develop and implement business plans

Supervision

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5-10 people

Computer and technology knowledge

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MS Excel MS Office MS Outlook MS PowerPoint MS Word

Area of work experience

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Community service organization Conference and meeting planning companies Conference centres Convention centre Multi-purpose facilities Professional association or organization Resort Sports and entertainment facilities Tourism associations

Transportation/travel information

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Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail Work under pressure Tight deadlines Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

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Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Organized Team player Time management Resourcefulness Ability to multitask

Health benefits

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Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage * Vision care benefits