Overview
Languages
English
Education
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Assist in preparing financial reports
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Promote conference and meeting services or special events
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Develop marketing and communication plans
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Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
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Determine requirements for hospitality services, signage, multi-media equipment, printing and other technical services, and arrange for and manage contracts for these services
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Co-ordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems and other details for special events
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Implement social programs, food and beverage, transportation, and other services
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Plan and arrange for accommodation and transportation services
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Plan schedules, goals and objectives
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Develop registration systems and information materials
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Plan for required documentation and for pre- and post-distribution of documentation (itineraries, evaluations etc.)
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Research and design special events programs
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Plan for translation and interpretation services
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Plan for traffic and crowd control and security
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Plan for social events and guest programs
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Manage Event Logistics
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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MS Office
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MS Outlook
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MS PowerPoint
Area of work experience
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Conference and meeting planning companies
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Tight deadlines
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Fast-paced environment
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Organized
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Team player
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Time management
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Resourcefulness
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Ability to multitask
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
- Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Support for youths
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Support for mature workers
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
Supports for visible minorities
- Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.