Assistant, Events & Communications

Skills For Change Metro•Toronto, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Skills for Change is seeking an Assistant, Events & Communications to support the development and execution of signature events and manage multiple small to medium events that support sustainability programming. This role will involve organizing events such as media launches, symposiums, recruitment and community events, and fundraising initiatives. The position reports to the Manager of Events and Communications and collaborates with internal departments, event participants, committees, vendors, and donors to enhance Skills for Change's profile. The ideal candidate will have strong detail-oriented writing skills, the ability to adapt to the organization's voice, and a commitment to meeting deadlines. This role will also assist in implementing program marketing for sustainability programs, driving digital enablement roadmaps across Website/Content Management Systems (CMS) and local search platforms, and ensuring a cohesive digital customer journey.

Requirements

2+ years of event coordination and event marketing experience, preferably in a non-profit organization is required
Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management or related field is mandatory.
Experience using social media tools and platforms.
Passion about the mission and vision of the organization.
Consistently sound judgement and an ability to work successfully under pressure.
Experiencing planning and executing in-person, virtual and hybrid event.
Experience executing event marketing campaigns via owned and social media channels.
Proven ability to analyze and organize data to drive business initiatives.
Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills; ability to communicate with confidence.
Experience contributing to content development.
Ability to operate in a digital-first environment using digital tools including database management software, virtual event registration software, and WordPress content management software.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment that is fluid and constantly changing.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
A clear vulnerable sector check is required.

Nice To Haves

Believes in the power of social programs to help people build a better life.
A passion for advocating immigrant talent and their access to economic prosperity.
Flexible, responsive, and open to new ways of thinking and problem-solving and a willingness to learn.
An interest in data analytics and data organization
Believes that collaboration is the name of the game to get things done
Wants to develop understanding of brand awareness and its execution internally and externally
Innovative and creative thinking competencies to generate exposure for SfC’s sustainability programs

Responsibilities

Assist in all Agency-wide events and campaigns that generate awareness and build funds for the organization
Conduct research for new event concepts, strategic partnerships, and donors
Create communications for production, content development, logistics and coordination (speakers, sponsors, suppliers) for Agency wide events
Assist in the development of communications to promote events, including working with the Marketing team on social media engagement and media advisories
Participate in event sponsor benefit delivery (Standard Events, Signature Events and Season Sponsors)
Advance database management and maintenance
Track analysis of marketing metrics for events
Engage in continuous research to identify new and potential sponsors for our events and speakers for our Employment Ontario programs.
Plan production and execution of fundraising events including signature events such as our Diversity@Work Conference and Pioneers for Change gala.
Collaborate cross-functionally on content development, marketing tactics, online and in-person event experiences, and sponsorship plans for all events
Ensure a superior event experience for attendees, sponsors, donors, and key stakeholders
Support relationships with external vendors and suppliers
Be a liaison for event partners including but not limited to performers, vendors, volunteers, artists, etc.
Aid in recruitment, training, and management of event volunteers.