Position Description:
Heritage Program Assistant (Special Events)
Heritage Toronto is a charitable arms-length agency of the City of Toronto established in 1949 to
promote a greater appreciation for the city’s rich architectural, cultural, archaeological and natural
heritage. Through partnerships with local community groups and volunteers, Heritage Toronto
provides city-wide programs and services.
Workplace:
Term:
Heritage Toronto offices, 3rd flr, St. Lawrence Hall, 157 King Street East
8-week summer contract, funded through Canada Summer Jobs
Monday to Friday, 30 hours/week
Reports to:
Program and Special Events Coordinator
Deadline for applications: May 21, 2015 at 5:00p.m.
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Responsibilities:
Assists in the development of the annual Heritage Toronto Awards and William Kilbourn
Memorial Lecture:
o Assists in the preparation of Awards program booklet
o Assists in the planning and execution of event, including but not limited to
suppliers, invitations, ticket sales, and event promotion
Assists in the coordination of online and phone registration for Tours Program
Assists in the development of other Heritage Toronto events, in particular plaque presentations.
Acts as an ambassador for Heritage Toronto at public events
Other duties as required.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in event management, or a related discipline and
demonstrated experience in event planning; funding for this position requires that the
successful candidate be enrolled as a returning student at a post-secondary institution
in Fall 2015
Experience in event planning (asset)
Strong problem solving and group work leadership skills
Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Sound computer skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours
Please submit your application, consisting of a resume and covering letter to Kaitlin
Wainwright, Director of Programming at [email protected]. We can only respond to
those applicants who will be interviewed.
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