Community Outreach Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Waterloo, Canada Bandology Full time

Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Community Outreach Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to coordinate events and grow Bandology’s presence in the community.

We are looking to hire two people for this position, one based in Halton and the other based in Kitchener-Waterloo.

About the Job:

  • Develop and establish relationships with arts organizations, community organizations and local businesses
  • Seek out opportunities for Bandology to participate in community events in our programming regions, such as workshops, vendor booths, performances, etc.
  • Conduct school and community visits to promote Bandology’s programming, including camp, workshops, percussion parties and the Play A Gig program
  • Manage and develop the Play A Gig program
    • Responsible for overall planning and daily management of the program, including partner and participant relations
    • Communication with volunteer performers
  • Work collaboratively with fellow staff to organize large scale events as needed, including fundraising events, community events, etc. 
  • Review, monitor and update the website as needed
  • Participate in three weeks of Band Camp in July/August and ensure that all campers have a fun and fulfilling experience

About You:

You do not need to be proficient in every single item on this list, so long as you are willing to learn on the job

  • Enrolled or graduated from a post-secondary program specializing in event management, arts administration, communications, marketing or similar
  • Total 2-5 years direct experience working in event management, networking or administration, either paid or volunteer or as a co-op placement
  • Has a working knowledge of the technical aspect of running events such as setting up equipment and running soundcheck is a bonus
  • Music performance, education, or event experience is a bonus
  • Experience using social media tools to run events online, both live and prerecorded
  • First aid/CPR training with current certification would be a bonus

Skills to be successful in this job:

  • Excellent writing, research and interviewing skills
  • Comfortable working independently from your own personal space (Bandology is a virtual office) with regular in-person meetings and events (as appropriate) with access to your own computer with reliable internet connection
  • Experience with Google suite of programs, social media and public speaking
  • A wide base of transferable skills including organization, time management, self regulation, collaboration and leadership
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the team
  • Creativity – new ideas are welcomed at Bandology 
  • A background in instrumental music would be useful, whether from music class, piano lessons or personal interest
  • A passion for music and a belief in the long-term value of music education
  • Camp experience, either as a camper or counsellor, would be useful
  • A police check and adherence to our vaccination policy (all staff must be fully vaccinated) will be required for the successful candidate

About Us:

Bandology is dedicated to providing quality job experiences that allow young people the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills in a safe and welcoming space, as well as the chance to pursue different aspects and applications of their passion for music and music education.

  • An extensive onboarding program during the first week to learn about the organization, processes and procedures, and our culture
  • A hybrid work environment with core collaboration hours and the ability to customize your working hours
  • Remote work utilizing regular Zoom meetings and a central Google Drive for files
  • Attendance at the weekly in-person meeting in Oakville as well as additional training and regular community events and workshops, which often occur on weekends
  • In addition to working with the staff team, staff may work with Board members from diverse backgrounds with varied experience who provide mentorship
  • All staff work together collaboratively during Band Camp weeks (July 8-12, 22-26 and July 29 to August 2) and are expected to attend in person for the full week

With funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program, this position runs for 16 weeks from May 6 to August 23 for 35 hours per week at a rate of $16.55/hour. Bandology reimburses staff for any approved expenses or mileage. The Canada Summer Jobs program requires that all successful applicants are between the ages of 15-30.

Bandology is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive non-discriminatory work environment that respects the rights of all Canadians. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone.

To Apply:

Send your detailed resume to jobs@bandology.ca along with a cover letter that answers these three questions:

  • Music is important to me because…
  • I believe that the long-term value of music education is…
  • A special talent that I bring to Bandology is…

Please ensure that your resume and cover letter are sent in a single PDF.

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