• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: Will train
• or equivalent experience

Number of participants

10-49 participants 50-99 participants 100-199 participants 200-400 participants Over 400 participants

Tasks

Develop risk management plans Promote conference and meeting services or special events Inspect and select sites Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers Prepare, present and manage budgets Solicit event donors Administer revenues and expenditures and assist in preparing financial reports Assist in budget preparation Co-ordinate media services Co-ordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems and other details for special events Plan schedules, goals and objectives Research and design special events programs Plan for traffic and crowd control and security Manage Event Logistics

Supervision

Working groups Committees

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Special events co-ordinator/manager certification

Computer and technology knowledge

MS Excel MS Office MS Outlook MS PowerPoint MS Word MS Windows

Area of work experience

Community service organization Conference and meeting planning companies Government department and/or agency Multi-purpose facilities Sports and entertainment facilities

Security and safety

Driver\'s validity licence check Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver\'s licence Own vehicle Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone

Personal suitability

Accurate Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Organized Team player

Screening questions

Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Mileage paid

Long term benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

Travel insurance