Government House Event Manager

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique opportunity at the Office of the Lieutenant Governor for a Government House Event Manager. Responsible for planning and executing events, managing social media, and providing administrative support. Ideal for someone with strong event management, communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in event management and communications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work in both French and English is desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Government House events like receptions and ceremonies.
• Manage the Lieutenant Governor’s website and social media platforms.
• Provide administrative support for senior staff.

Skills

Event Management

Communication

Social Media Management

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingualism

Education

Formal training in event planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Government House Event Manager

AO2 Administrative Officer 2

Regular/full-time

Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism

Lieutenant Governor's Office

Advertisement Number: 44317

Salary(s): AO2 $62,281.00 - $76,484.00 per year

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Introduction

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work in the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Appointed by Canada’s Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister, the Lieutenant Governor holds the highest office in Manitoba, representing The King as Head of State. The Lieutenant Governor is responsible for summoning the Legislative Assembly to meet, reading the Speech from the Throne, giving assent to bill passed by the Assembly, dissolving the Assembly, issuing writs for election, signing decisions of Cabinet, and annually undertake hundreds of ceremonial, official and community functions. The Office of the Lieutenant Governor provides advice and support to the Lieutenant Governor in these endeavours.

For more information about the Lieutenant Governor’s Office, please visit: https://www.manitobalg.ca/

To be considered for this competition candidates ARE REQUIRED to submit the Application Form for screening, along with your resume, to the Public Service Commission by email ([e-mail]), quoting competition #44317 and the position title in the subject line. Resumes may be used in addition to the Application Form for screening purposes.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Ability to work some evenings and, on occasion, weekends

Qualifications:

• Experience in event management, communications and social media is essential.
• Confidentiality, diplomacy, professionalism and tact are key in order to ensure to integrity of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
• Knowledge of the role of the Lieutenant Governor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Experience managing social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and You Tube.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines in an effective and professional manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively as part of a team, as well as independently, exercising initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Experience providing administrative support to senior level staff in a high volume office environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – verbal and written.
• Ability to work in both French and English would be desired.
• Formal training in event planning, communications, and social media would be asset.

Duties:

The Government House Event Manager is one of two positions in the Office of the Lieutenant Governor providing service to advance the program mandate of the Lieutenant Governor. This position is responsible for the complete planning and execution of Government House events such as receptions, dinners, meetings, ceremonies, etc. The incumbent will be responsible for the Lieutenant Governor’s website and social media platforms and will perform various administrative functions. This position will also provide support and back up for the Executive Director/Private Secretary and the Executive assistant to the Lieutenant Governor.

The successful candidate must be self-directed, adaptable, and be capable of thriving in a fast-paced, small team environment.

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WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration

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