Full-Time (4 Month Contract with a Possibility of Extension)

Job Posting

HKCC Events Coordinator

Full-Time (4 Month Contract with a possibility of extension)

Rexdale Community Health Centre is a multi-service Centre providing primary health care, settlement and community development activities for women, families, youth, adults, and seniors of diverse cultures. The Centre is committed to providing accessible and sustainable programs and services to diverse communities.

The Centre is currently seeking, a full-time (contract) Healthy Kids Community Challenge (HKCC) Events Coordinator, to join our team. The HKCC Events Coordinator will oversee the design and management of events including the HKCC Volunteer and Program Launch events, Skating Event final celebration as well as the HKCC Foodie Festival. The candidate will work report to theManager of the HKCC Rexdale and will work closely withthe HKCC Rexdale team, local community groups, institutions and organizations to deliver this exciting project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Secure, manage event logistics and implement events for up to 5000 attendees
Create corporate sponsorship package and secure event sponsors
Develop strategic business partnerships within in Rexdale and the food/healthy living industries
Design volunteer engagement strategy and oversee over 100 event volunteers
Oversee staff and students as required
Develop event planning templates
Implement an outreach plan to recruit vendors and community partners
Re-establish and develop new formalized partnerships with at least 50 partners
Design and oversee community animation plans
Implement and facilitate an outreach and communications strategy
Oversee budget and finances for all events
Support any fundraising initiatives as required
Perform administrative tasks necessary to support event
Prepares written work plans and timelines
Prepares written reports as required.
Supervise purchase of service providers and contract staff
Attend staff and/or team meetings as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND ASSETS:

Undergraduate degree or diploma in related field
At least two years of work experience in event planning and execution
Experience managing events of at least 1500 participants
Knowledge of the food, physical activity, healthy living and green living sectors are an asset
Experience working with children and families is an asset

Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal
Big picture thinker who is driven and task-oriented
Supervisory experience is mandatory
Able to work independently and with a team
Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under minimal supervision
Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends
Proficient with computer software including MS Office, Social Media, Wordpress
Must be able to provide a vulnerable sector criminal record check clearance
Knowledge of the Rexdale community is an asset
Ability to drive with access to a vehicle is an asset

Salary Range: $20per hour (Statutory benefits and 4% vacation pay included)

Hours per week: 35

Starting date: ASAP

Status:Non-unionized position

Application Due Date: March 6, 2018

Please apply in confidence to:

Liberty Hacala

Human Resources Generalist

Via email:

Please quote “HKCC Event Coordinator”in the subject line.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Rexdale CHC strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes please contact Human Resources at for assistance.

Please note this is a unionized environment-UFCW Locals 175 and 633