Events Assistant

Full time

Applications Close: January 22, 2025

We are seeking for Event Assistant. You will preferably be a member or community member, have experience putting on events, working in a First Nations community and have knowledge of cultural practices.

The Events Assistant is responsible for helping ensure proper planning and execution of community events/meetings, daily events and tracking and organizing WMFN Swag (Merch).

About the position
The Events Assistant will have a love for special events and the West Moberly community, a hands-on participant who will provide outstanding customer service, be enthusiastic, and be able to build relationships with internal and external customers. The Events Assistant will work closely with Events Coordinator to manage events from the planning phase through execution and wind up. Events could be during the day, evening and at weekends.
Events
Assist with:

  • Setting up, cleaning, and executing events/meetings.
  • Creating budgets, and reports for events/meetings.
  • Collecting data/information from attendees during/after events (Surveys, Attendance, handouts, Etc.)

Administration

  • Calling members to gather interest and information for events/meetings.
  • Booking assets for events/meeting as needed.
  • Complete paperwork/documents as needed.
  • Plan / create events and community meetings.
  • Maintain / create an active inventory of WMFN events Assets.
  • Maintain an active inventory of all WMFN swag.
  • Organize and maintain a nice display of all WMFN swag.
  • Assist people that are purchasing WMFN swag.
  • Put together department requests for WMFN swag.
  • Collect information on feedback from WMFN members

Requirements

The Successful Candidate

We are looking for a ‘Doer”, someone who thrives on the adrenaline of events planning and execution, who is an experienced administrator with the ability to anticipate issues that may arise. Ideally you will be a member or community member of West Moberly and will understand the importance of bringing everyone together for events and celebrations.
You will preferably have experience working in a First Nations community with knowledge of cultural practices or a keen interest in the culture.

Your toolkit will bring:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with superior written and oral communication skills including proficiency in report writing and community presentations including proof reading skills and public speaking.
  • Self motivation with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills, with the ability to handle sensitive matters in a confidential manner.
  • A positive outlook and can put a plan together that ensures objectives are met.
  • An engaging style who works well as part of a team and is also able to work independently.
  • Administrative, Microsoft Office and budgeting skills, etc.

Qualifications/Education:

  • Completion of Grade 12.
  • Past event planning experience is an asset, along with willing to learn.
  • Experience working with a First Nations community and of cultural practices preferred.
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs

How to Apply

What We Offer
Full time employment, 70 hours every 2 weeks, Monday to Friday (every second Friday off), along with a comprehensive salary, RRSP program and benefits package.
Rate: $18.00-$23.00 per hour base on experience

How to Apply
Interested candidates can email their cover letter stating why they are interested in this position and any previous event planning experience – no matter how small and their resume by no later than January 22,2025. Please send your resume to: jobs@westmo.org.
Coaching and training will be provided.