Special Events Internship

5 days ago

North York, Canada Villa Charities Full time

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Fundraising / Events Coordinator executes initiatives in their assigned portfolio to deepen community engagement and generate fundraising revenue for the organization’s overall mission.

Qualifications Required:

- Manage the administrative duties of the Foundation department, including appropriate and timely tracking, stewardship and benefit fulfillment for sponsors and donors
- Assist in planning, promoting, and implementing fundraising events and initiatives to meet revenue targets
- Deliver exceptional support to all constituents, including sponsors, donors, and volunteers
- Source and secure cash and in-kind sponsors for events and programs, and ensure sponsorship deliverables are met
- Draft proposals and presentations for new and prospective donors or sponsors
- Assist with research associated with funding opportunities
- Contribute to the sales and promotion of special projects including but not limited to the Villa Charities Italian Canadian Immigrant Tribute
- Update event budgets and fundraising objectives
- Collaborate cross-functionally on marketing materials and content development
- Working closely with the Director of Development, implement fundraising campaigns to cultivate sponsors and annual donors
- Assist in sourcing, negotiating, and managing relationships with external vendors and suppliers
- Respond to client inquiries regarding date availability, pricing, logistics, contracts, etc.
- Send satisfaction survey to clients post-event
- Prepare floor plan for upcoming events only
- Ensure room is properly setup for event & signage prepared
- Order linens for weekly events
- Submit invoices for approval to VP, Marketing & Communications
- Communicate professionally and effectively (written and verbal) with clients, vendors, stakeholders, and staff.
- Manage master calendar of events including both internal and external events.
- Provide assistance with internal events including Board meetings and Cultural events.

MANDATORY

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Villa Charities is committed to providing a safe working environment for our workforce, volunteers, and members of the public with whom we interact regularly. As such, all Villa Charities staff are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Villa Charities Inc. embraces diversity in the workplace and is committed to achieving employment equity. We aim to attract, develop, and retain highly qualified employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from their unique skills, various experiences, and perspective on our vision of “Inspiring people to explore the Italian in all of us.” We ensure that our recruitment practices support this commitment and do not infringe on any characteristics protected by law.

**Job Type**: Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 8 weeks

**Salary**: $15.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- On-site gym
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North York, ON M6A 1C3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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