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
or equivalent experience
Work setting
Arts and culture
Number of participants
200-400 participants
Tasks
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
Co-ordinate and monitor conference and meeting activities and attend to related details
Co-ordinate 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 for 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
16-20 people
Working groups
Committees
Computer and technology knowledge
Google Docs
MailChimp
Area of work experience
Conference and meeting planning companies
Multi-purpose facilities
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence 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
Computer
Internet access
Office equipment and supplies
Printer
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
Screening questions
Are you available for the advertised start date?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?
