Eventspecialist

EQUS is looking for a successful and enthusiastic Event Specialist to produce events from conception

responsibilities include providing outstanding customer service, internally and externally and organizing

memorable events that meet quality expectations.

**Duties**
- Event planning, design and production while managing all project delivery elements within time

limits, including: employee, external/internal stakeholder and Member and Board events;
- Liaise with staff, vendors and the Leadership team to identify needs and to ensure audience

satisfaction;
- Conduct market research, gather information and negotiate contracts;
- Provide feedback and end of event reports to stakeholders;
- Propose ideas to improve current event quality;
- Organize and manage all event’s details; including facilities booking, decor, catering,

entertainment, transportation, invitee list, promotional material, volunteers etc.;
- Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations;
- Specify staffing requirements and coordinate their activities throughout the planning and day of

event;
- Collaborate with the Marketing Specialist and Communications Specialist to promote and

publicize events and prepare necessary market materials;
- Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day;
- Conduct pre
- and post - event evaluations and report on outcomes.

**Review and Approval of Work**

This position reports to Business Services Group Leader

**Job Requirements and Qualifications**
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract;
- Proven portfolio of previously managed events;
- Excellent time management and communication skills;
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently;
- MS Office proficiency.

**Education and Experience**
- Completion of high school diploma, or equivalent;
- Event planning training and certification;
- Proven experience as an event planner or organizer

**Compensation**

EQUS strives to attract and retain highly skilled talent and expertise vital to our organization’s success.

We offer competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for

development and growth.

**Power up your career by joining the EQUS team**

The Employee Recommended Workplace Award recognizes excellence in
achieving a healthy, engaged and productive workforce. It is the only
award of its kind that is based entirely on feedback from employees.

**EQUS would like to thank you in advance for your resume. It will be kept on file for six months from**

**the date it is submitted. EQUS REA LTD. (EQUS) collects only that personal information about job**

**applicants that is needed to determine suitability for employment. The information will be used only**

**for the purpose of evaluating that suitability. EQUS will not distribute your information to anyone**

**verification process, will be destroyed.