Events and Conference Coordinator Job in Prince George, BC

Do you have a passion and expertise for event and conference planning?  If so, Community Futures of Fraser Fort George (CF FFG) is hiring a part-time Events and Conference Coordinator to join their team for 30 hours per week.  It is recognized this position may require additional hours during peak periods, such as the LEAP Conference or other potential events.

Roles and Responsibilities:·      

• Establish and maintain a working Events and Conference Committee
• Responsible for delivering a successful LEAP Conference, this includes but is not limited to:      o   Seek out and secure speakers          o   Set up and track registrations     o   Promote the LEAP Conference        o   Secure sponsorship       o   Organizing volunteers
• Work closely with the CF FFG team to identify and deliver quarterly networking events and three annual events per fiscal year
• With the support of the team, plan and deliver a minimum of 2 networking events per year in each of the outlying communities
• Work with the Committee, CF FFG Team and community feedback to make changes to current offerings and/or recommend, develop and implement new events/opportunities

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Completion of a related certificate or diploma offered by public post-secondary, Canadian accredited educational institution, or other acceptable equivalent courses
• Minimum two-year previous experience in an events or conference coordinator role
• Proficient in relationship management that results in financial sponsorships
• Good working knowledge of best practices relating to conferences; including how to maximize conference technologies/tools, such as Whoova
• Demonstrated ability in prioritizing tasks, problem solving, attention to detail, self-organizing, self-motivating and flexible adapting to a variety of activities
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with communications, marketing and budgeting, considered an asset
• Proven time management and organizational skills
• Above average interpersonal and communication skills

We welcome applications from foreign trained and experienced individuals currently living in Canada.

Email a cover letter and resume to:

Susan Stearns, General Manager

 email:  susans@cfdc.bc.ca

Closing Date:  Wednesday, March 22, 2023 @ 4:30 pm