Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada

Permanent employment, Full time 40 hours/week

As soon as possible

Benefits: Group insurance benefits

Employment conditions: Overtime, Morning, Day, Shift, Weekend

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Security and Safety

Bondable, Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

Valid driver’s license, willing to travel for extended periods

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail, Work under pressure, tight deadlines, Fast-paced environment

Personal Suitability

Excellent oral communication, Team player, Accurate, Flexibility, Client focus, Organized, Initiative, Excellent written communication, Effective interpersonal skills

Additional Skills

Develop risk management plans, Develop and monitor emergency security plans

Administrative and Coordination Skills

Implement registration systems, Confirm and co-ordinate speakers, Administer revenues and expenditures and assist in preparing financial reports, Co-ordinate and monitor conference and meeting activities and attend to related details, Assist in budget preparation, Assist in site selection and attend to related details, Arrange for shipping, receiving and storage, Co-ordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems and other details for special events, Co-ordinate media services, Implement social programs, food and beverage, transportation, and other services, Set up and

monitor, or arrange for the setting up and monitoring of multi-media equipment, Arrange for production or purchase of promotional products

Area of Work Experience

Trade associations, Convention Centre, Professional association or organization, Community service organization, Conference and meeting planning companies

Planning and Management Skills

Promote conference and meeting services or special events, Inspect and select sites, Develop marketing and communication plans, Develop media strategies and public relations activities, Prepare, present and manage budgets, Develop financial procedures, Develop sponsorship, partnership or fundraising programs, Solicit event donors, Review bids and negotiate costs, Determine requirements for hospitality services, signage, multi-media equipment, printing and other technical services, and arrange for and manage contracts for these 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 VIP arrangements, Plan for translation and interpretation services, Plan for on-site offices, Plan for traffic and crowd control and security, Plan for social events and guest programs, Prepare final financial and other reports, Manage Event Logistics, Plan and oversee Webinars

How to apply

By email

[email protected]

Intended job posting audience

Only persons who are legally allowed to work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, do not apply as the employer will not consider your job application.