WE ARE HIRING

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Summary:

Afropolitan Canada is seeking a passionate and self-driven event coordinator for its 2022 Women of Diversity Summit and Awards (WOD). Coming up on its 5th year, the WOD is an annual event  that honours and recognizes women of colour who are creating change and space to amplify the voices of those who are traditionally excluded.

Reporting to the Programme Manager for WOD,  the ideal candidate will have the opportunity to lead and coordinate different facets of this event and make significant impacts to mark this milestone year. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the on-ground logistics, the award nominations, and communication plans of the WOD event.
• Work with the Communication team member to ensure the publication of event information on all social media platforms, Eventbrite, website.
• Liaise with vendors, exhibitors, and stakeholders during the event planning process to ensure everything is in order for the event and all are delivered accordingly.
• Manage award recipients and guests by ensuring that their needs are met on the day of the event. 
• Manage all event set-up, tear down, and follow-up processes.
• Maintain event budgets and work with the Program Manager to ensure tracking.
• Conduct final inspections on the day before the event to ensure everything adheres to the plans and standards.
• Assess the event’s overall success and submit findings.
• Implement other duties related to the event as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• At least 3 years experience as an event coordinator and or in event planning.
• Well-organized with excellent multi-tasking abilities.
• Self-starter and able to work under pressure.
• Outstanding vendor management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A Diploma/Degree/Certificate in hospitality management and/or event. management is an asset.
• The French language is an asset.
• Must resides in the Great Toronto Area.
• Access to a vehicle is also an asset.

Salary:

• $20/hr (Part-time 20 hours/month)

Expected start date : 

• Mid September to early October 2021

Duration:

• September 2021 to March 2022 

About Afropolitan Canada

Afropolitan Canada is a bilingual not-for-profit organization based in Toronto that uses its platform and expertise to support people of the African and Caribbean diaspora in the development and implementation of socio-professional and entrepreneurial skills.

We provide soft skills and entrepreneurial workshops, cultural programs, and events to support young women and men in their education and career advancement.

Since its inception in 2011, Afropolitan Canada has evolved from a university project into an established not-for-profit organization committed to imparting knowledge and skills to the young men and women and youth of the African and Caribbean diaspora residing in Ontario.

Afropolitan Canada is a volunteer-driven organization that is mentored by a steering committee formed essentially of women who oversee governance and leadership.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to send their resume and cover letter stating and quoting the reference WOD Event Coordinator, at fatou@afropolitan.ca.

Deadline: August 27th, 2021

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.