We’re Hiring – Special Events Coordinator
May 8, 2025
Position: Special Events Coordinator
(35 hrs/wk for 8 weeks)
Responsible to: Inclusion NL Services Coordinator
Eligible Participants must:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and,
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant
provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for jobs at Empower.
Expectations:
The candidate will have good Communication and Organization Skills.
It is expected that the incumbent will adhere to, practice and promote Independent Living philosophy and principles; apply practical common sense; is sensitive to, respectful of and understands individual needs of a diverse population; respects the confidentiality of consumers; is committed to a team approach; demonstrates flexibility.
For more information on Independent Living, please visit our web site at empowernl.ca or search “Independent Living Philosophy” on the internet.
Duties / Responsibilities:
- Plan and Coordinate events such as the Annual Empower Membership BBQ.
- Recruit and organize volunteers for Inclusion Crews to provide supports at festivals, concerts, & events.
- Encourage Volunteers and Empower members to take part in planning and providing supports at these events.
- Provide support in Inclusion Awareness Training for event volunteers.
- Obtain donations from the business community.
- Ensure events are fully accessible.
- Complete other office and administrative related duties.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of or experience with disability issues
- Experience with computers; Word processing, Internet, Excel, Power Point
- Experience Coordinating events; organizational abilities
- Great Interpersonal Skills; able to work with and without supervision; respects the confidentiality of consumers
- Self-starter, enthusiastic
Please apply by email. Send resume and cover letter to:
Please ensure you quote job title “Special Events Coordinator” in subject line of email.
Application deadline is Friday, May 16th, 2025
Start Date: July 7 th , 2025