special events coordinator

Softball BC; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to assist in organizing special events and hospitality services. This role involves coordinating logistics, managing contracts, and developing registration systems to ensure smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and be proficient in Google Docs. The position is perfect for a current student looking to gain valuable experience in event management while supporting youth and community initiatives. Join a team dedicated to creating welcoming environments and providing mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a full-time program is required.
• Relevant experience in hospitality or event management is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Determine requirements for hospitality services and manage contracts.
• Coordinate set-ups and details for special events.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Flexibility

Initiative

Teamwork

Proficiency in Google Docs

Education

Current Student Status

Tools

Computer

Internet Access

Job description

Responsibilities

• Determine requirements for hospitality services, signage, multi-media equipment, printing, and other technical services, and manage contracts for these services.
• Coordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems, and other details for special events.
• Implement and develop registration systems and information materials.
• Plan for VIP arrangements.

Student status

• Full-time enrollment.

Computer and technology knowledge

• Proficiency in Google Docs.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Own tools/equipment

• Computer and internet access.

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills, flexibility, initiative, organization, and teamwork.
• Availability for the advertised start date.
• Current student status and legal ability to work in Canada.
• Proximity residence to the job location.
• Previous experience in this field is an asset.
• Necessary equipment for remote work (internet, home office).
• Current field and level of study.

Experience

• Relevant experience is an asset.

Support for youths

• Participation in government or community programs supporting youth employment.
• Offering on-the-job training, mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities for youth.
• Providing awareness training to create a welcoming environment for youth.
• Participation in programs supporting Indigenous peoples.

Support for mature workers

• Implementation of hiring policies that discourage age discrimination.