- Festival and Special Events Coordinator (Western End of the Townships)

Townshippers' Association; Sherbrooke; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant organization in the Eastern Townships of Québec as a Festival and Special Events Coordinator this summer! This role is perfect for a post-secondary student passionate about event planning and community engagement. You will be instrumental in hosting outreach activities, organizing events, and providing crucial administrative support for one of our largest annual celebrations. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while making a positive impact in the community. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful events and connect with the community, apply now!

Qualifications

• Must be a post-secondary student in relevant fields.
• Open to English-speaking minority members in Québec.

Responsibilities

• Hosting kiosks and outreach activities.
• Organizing and promoting community events.
• Providing administrative support for major events.

Skills

Event Planning

Community Engagement

Administrative Support

Education

Post-secondary education in Communications

Post-secondary education in Event Management

Post-secondary education in Community Development

Post-secondary education in English Studies

Job description

Summer Employment Opportunity in the Eastern Townships of Québec

Spend your summer working with us in the beautiful Eastern Townships of Québec! $20.00/hour

Employment Duration: June 9 – August 29, 2025

Position Type: Hybrid – based in the western end of the Townships, with occasional travel to Lennoxville (Sherbrooke)

Application Deadline: May 21, 2025

About the Role

Do you enjoy planning events and engaging with the community? Want to help Townshippers’ Association increase its visibility? We’re hiring a post-secondary student in Communications, Event Management, Community Development, or English Studies to join us as a Festival and Special Events Coordinator for summer 2025.

Key Duties

1. Hosting kiosks and outreach activities
2. Organizing and promoting events
3. Providing administrative support for one of our biggest annual events

Eligibility and Application Details

Open to members of the English-speaking minority in Québec, preferably based in the Western end of the Townships (MRCs of Brome-Missisquoi and Haute-Yamaska). Applications are encouraged from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples.

Applicants must meet Young Canada Works criteria and register at: young-canada-works.canada.ca

Learn more about our region and mission: www.townshippers.org

To apply: Submit your application by May 21, 2025, to [e-mail]. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!