Canada Summer Jobs - Events Coordinator
About The Position
This position gives students hands-on experience in event planning, coordination, and project management. The participant will support community events that strengthen civic participation and youth engagement. Yaqeen Institute embraces a philosophy that values and promotes diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and advance a talented and diverse workforce within a culture where all employees are empowered to reach their fullest potential. All career opportunities at Yaqeen Institute are subject to a three-month probationary period, during which we assess performance, alignment with our values, and mutual fit to ensure long-term success in the role.
Requirements
- Be between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the funded position.
- Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred.
- Have a valid SIN
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Comfortable communicating with donors, vendors, volunteers, and event attendees
- Problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in fast-paced environments
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Nice To Haves
- Experience volunteering, organizing school events, or participating in community initiatives is an asset
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and coordinating events and workshops
- Support vendor communication, scheduling, and logistics
- Help prepare event materials and evaluations
- Promote events through digital channels
- Assist during events with registration and support tasks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
