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Join Our Team as an Event Coordinator at AFRIFEST!

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with diverse groups of people? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! AFRIFEST is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Event Coordinator to join our team in Dartmouth, NS.

About the Role

This is a temporary position offering 30 hours per week. As an Event Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in promoting our conference and meeting services, as well as special events. Your organizational skills and attention to detail will be essential as you coordinate various activities and ensure everything runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote conference and meeting services or special events
• Develop and monitor emergency security plans
• Solicit event donors
• Coordinate and monitor conference and meeting activities, attending to related details
• Plan and arrange accommodation and transportation services
• Set schedules, goals, and objectives for events

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year in relevant fields such as engineering technologies, economics, social sciences, arts management, or finance
• Student Status: Full-time enrollment
• Supervision: Ability to supervise 5-10 people

Technical Skills

Proficiency in the following software is required:

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• MS Windows
• Tablet computer

Work Environment

As an Event Coordinator, you will need to:

• Pay close attention to detail
• Work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment

Security and Safety

A criminal record check is required for this position.

Support for Youths and Visible Minorities

AFRIFEST is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We participate in government and community programs that support youth employment and offer tailored on-the-job training, mentorship, and networking opportunities. We also apply hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities.

Salary and Location

The hourly wage for this position ranges from $16.50 to $17.00, negotiable based on experience. This role is based in Dartmouth, NS.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are excited about the opportunity to contribute to dynamic events and work with a passionate team, we encourage you to apply! Join us at AFRIFEST and help create memorable experiences for our community.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.