Event Coordinator at Upwards Art Inc.

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Company Description:
Upwards Art Inc. is an organization dedicated to promoting arts and culture through innovative events and programs, providing engaging experiences for participants and communities.

Job Details:

  • Location: Owen Sound, ON
  • Salary: $18.50 to $20.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 20 to 40 hours per week
  • Type of Employment: Term or contract
  • Hours of Work: Part time leading to full time, Flexible Hours
  • Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Vacancies Available: 1 vacancy

Qualifications Needed:

  • Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
  • Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
  • Languages: Bilingual

Responsibilities of the Job:

  • Develop risk management plans
  • Promote conference and meeting services or special events
  • Develop and monitor emergency security plans
  • Develop marketing and communication plans
  • Develop media strategies and public relations activities
  • Develop sponsorship, partnership, or fundraising programs
  • Solicit event donors
  • Determine requirements for hospitality services, signage, multi-media equipment, printing, and other technical services, and arrange for and manage contracts for these services
  • Coordinate and monitor conference and meeting activities and attend to related details
  • Coordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems, and other details for special events
  • 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
  • Plan and arrange for accommodation and transportation services
  • Plan and arrange for trade shows and exhibits
  • Plan schedules, goals, and objectives
  • Plan for required documentation and pre- and post-distribution of documentation (itineraries, evaluations, etc.)
  • Plan for translation and interpretation services
  • Plan for traffic and crowd control and security
  • Plan for social events and guest programs
  • Prepare final financial and other reports
  • Manage event logistics
  • Identify human resources requirements
  • Supervise office and volunteer staff

Supervision:

  • Supervise 16-20 people, working groups, and committees

Experience and Specialization:

  • Computer and Technology Knowledge:
    • Google Docs
    • MailChimp
  • Area of Work Experience: Conference and meeting planning companies, Multi-purpose facilities

Additional Information:

  • Security and Safety: Driver’s validity license check
  • Transportation/Travel Information: Valid driver’s license, Own vehicle, Own transportation

Working Conditions:

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

Personal Suitability:

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

Who Can Apply:
The employer accepts applications from:

  • Canadian citizens
  • Permanent residents of Canada
  • Temporary residents of Canada with a valid work permit
  • Note: Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to Apply:
By email: info@encausticconference.ca

Application Instructions:
Include the following in your application:

  • Cover letter
  • References attesting experience
  • Link to web portfolio
  • Writing sample

Application Questions:
Please answer the following questions when applying:

  1. Are you available for the advertised start date?
  2. Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
  3. Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
  4. Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
  5. Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e., internet, home office, etc.)?

Advertised Until: June 4, 2025