Job Posting

Position Title Special Event Assistant

Organization Structure Reports to the Programs Manager


Responsibilities

Work with Event staff to perform tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to, stuffing
envelopes, organizing/preparing refreshments and staffing registration tables
Tasks may vary widely from event to event
Promote the Special Event to members of the public in a diplomatic and courteous manner
Participate in event activities' coordination and delivery
Attend orientations before events if required
Represent Polycultural at the event
Arrive at specified times and locations ready to perform the assigned tasks
Wear appropriate dress for the event, as specified by Events staff
Other duties as assigned

Competencies

Adaptability
Changes behavioural style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as
appropriate to the needs of the situation. Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness
to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives

Communication
Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communication, the exchange of
information and discussion on an ongoing basis

Initiative
Does more than is required or expected in the job; does things that no one has requested that will
improve or enhance services, avoid problems, or develop entrepreneurial opportunities. Plans ahead for
upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action.

Service
Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community
members, striving to ensure their full satisfaction








Qualifications

Full time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full time
bases in the next academic year (compulsory requirement)
Between the age of 18 to 30 at the start of the employment with authorization to work in
Canada (compulsory requirement)
Post-secondary student enrolled in the following studies: Education, Community Services,
Recreation, Social Work, Arts, Psychology or other related filed
Good presentation and facilitation skills
Ability to operate equipment
Punctual, reliable and responsible
Good oral communication skills
Excellent stress management skills
Ability to follow directions in a fast paced and often changing environment
Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in culturally diverse environments
Familiarity with issues newcomers are facing in Canada
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of newcomers in Canada
Conditional to satisfactory police reference check


Please forward your application on or before Friday May 27th, 2014 to the Hiring Committee with cover
letter explaining your interest in this position as an attachment in MS Word in one document with the
file name: Last name first name to:

Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services
17 Four Seasons Place, Suite 102
Toronto, Ontario
M9B 6E6
Email: resumes@polycultural.org

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contacted. Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services hires on the basis of merit and is committed to
employment equity

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