Economic Development and Tourism Summer Student

6 days ago

Sherwood Park, Canada Strathcona County Full time

We are seeking an energetic, customer focused individual to use their event planning experience to execute the day to day activities critical to ensuring the success of key summer events at Strathcona County. The Economic Development and Tourism Summer Student will be responsible for organizing and hosting the “Savour Strathcona” culinary event and support other events in conjunction with the Economic Development team.

**Responsibilities**:
Lead the planning, promotion and execution of the “Savour Strathcona” culinary event - a celebration of local food and art in conjunction with the economic development team
Assist with executing initiatives pertaining to the tourism strategy, including visitor mobile information tents, curating personalized itineraries, and assisting with the tourism conference
On site event management and support for Savour Strathcona County and L’Étape Canada by Tour de France Cycling events among other related emerging business event assistance
Assist with various Economic Development and Tourism activities including small business programs, arrange business visits and support monthly webinars as directed by team members
Visit various business districts to identify businesses for inclusion and update in the business directory database
Assist with campaign coordination and content updates and data entry for department software/tools and other tasks related to investment attraction and economic diversification as directed by team members
Research small business grants, programs and funding
Develop various written materials for publications as directed by department staff

Skills and Abilities

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with an outgoing and professional demeanor
Initiative and confidence to work with mínimal supervision in a fast-paced environment and meet tight timelines using keen time management skills
Attention to detail and results oriented with the ability to discreetly handle confidential information
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, social media and a variety of related software programs
Experience communicating or interacting with clients or the public in both small and large group settings

**Qualifications**:
Minimum third year enrollment in a degree/diploma program in business, communications, tourism, event planning or other related discipline plus one-year experience
Event Management experience is highly desirable

Conditions of Employment

Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence. Reliable transportation with the ability to transport event items as needed.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, walking, some lifting, bending, pushing and pulling.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

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