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Programming and Partnership Coordinator

1 month ago

Toronto, Canada Informa Connect Full time

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.


Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.


We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.


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Job Description

Rooted in our purpose to champion creativity, One Of A Kind brings together a community of like-minded individuals to exchange ideas, stories and objects through the culture of craft. Since 1975,


One Of A Kind is best known for hosting Toronto’s largest and best attended craft shows. Between our Spring and Winter events, we connect thousands of small businesses with 130, 000 visitors each year. From in person events to year-round digital products, One Of A Kind is invested in delivering meaningful experiences between makers and buyers so that so that shopping Canadian Made is simple yet impactful to the vitality of our local communities.


One Of A Kind is produced by Informa plc,a leading international events, intelligence and scholarly research group. Throughout Informa, in every market and operational divisions, we share the same purpose: to champion the specialist, connecting people with knowledge to help them learn more, know more and do more.


About the Role:

We’re looking for a talented, motivated Programming and Partnership Coordinator to manage all things related to the execution of our face-to-face events, as well as to assist with any special projects/partnerships related to the brand (both at events, and online). A part of this position will also provide support for the full One Of A Kind Show team with administrative tasks.


Key responsibilities:

  • Liaise and own relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders to identify and define project requirements/scope and follow through on delivery (sponsors, partners, OOAK vendors, PR team, etc)
  • Coordinate and manage show based projects to ensure we are delivering a world class One Of A Kind experience for our vendors, visitors, sponsors and partners
  • Conserve team members time by providing administrative assistance, managing team wide communications and show orders and divisional supplies
  • Work with Show director and team to attract and develop new partnerships (sponsors, partners, charitable partners, ticket partners, etc.)
  • Ideate with sponsorship agencies on pitching experiential activations, and providing end to end support to ensure successful delivery of projects
  • Deliver best in class customer service by acting as the first point of contact regarding customer questions and suggestions
  • Produce analytics and prepare presentations on special projects as assigned. Including (but not limited to) partner pitches, event reports, proposals, market analysis, letter of agreement and supplier procurement/RFPs
  • Ideate, coordinate, and manage onsite event and programming (example: main stage presentation, fashion shows, workshops etc)
  • Champion and support new digital products for the brand
  • Support multiple departments within One Of A Kind as required including operations, marketing and sales
  • Create and maintain comprehensive and professional project process documentation, plans and reports for assigned duties
  • Perform on-site show responsibilities as assigned
  • Other duties as required.


Working Conditions

  • Must be willing to attend related events; therefore, weekend and evening work will be required occasionally.
  • Ability to workdays, evenings, weekend, and holidays when necessary
  • Work will be conducted in an office setting with some work-from-home opportunity
  • Will sit at a computer for moderate lengths of time


Qualifications

  • Post-Secondary Education (diploma/degree) in marketing, business or event management preferred or equivalent experience
  • High proficiencyin Microsoft Office applicationsStrong people and communication skills
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Strong time management skills and adaptable to constantly changing priorities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balance workload and meet tight deadlines
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic and team player
  • Critical thinker who can make suggestions for improving events and their processes
  • An appreciation for craft and local, small business will be an asset


This posting will automatically expire on May 31, 2024.


Additional Information

Why work at Informa

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say atLifeAt.Informa.com


Our benefits include:

  • Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
  • Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
  • Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
  • Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
  • Learning and development plan to assist with your career development
  • 10days PTO
  • Competitive Benefits
  • Paid parental leave
  • Work with a high quality of specialist products and service
  • Bright and friendly staff who are all “expert’s experts” and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration
  • As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world


We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.


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