Event Assistant

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada AdaptAbilities Full time

AdaptAbilities is registered charity that provides an essential service to individuals with special needs and their families. Our unique programs promote positive self care and wellbeing, empowering individuals to grow, succeed and belong. We are looking for dedicate professionals who share this vision to join our team. This is an opportunity to make a difference, supporting individuals to be a part of their community.

Event Assistant

Purpose
The Event Assistant will report to the Director of Development and Communications. This role is integral to a successful major annual event at AdaptAbilities. They are responsible for taking on a variety of tasks that allow for the successful completion of this event. The conscientious Event Assistant will act with integrity, be open to growth, live our purpose, cultivate teamwork, and put forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with diverse abilities and their families to grow, succeed, and belong.

Key Function
- Collaborate with the Director of Development and Communications on planning, execution, and follow up of a major annual event
- Provide administrative and project support for a major annual event
- Performing general clerical duties including data entry, filing, and photocopying
- Event registration, operations, set up and clean up

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum education requirement of a High School Diploma and little or no work-related experience. May consider equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working in a non-profit organization is an asset
- Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check

Working Conditions
This is a temporary, full-time position from April 24, 2023, to July 14, 2023. The position is based out of our Head Office and shifts are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Grant from the Government of Canada, which requires that the employee must be between 15 and 30 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. International students are not eligible.

**Compensation**: $18.39 to $19.47 per hour depending on experience and education

**Application Deadline**: Open until position is filled.


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