Job Posting: Pride Summer Program Coordinator
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-starter to help plan and facilitate Swift Current Pride Week and other LGBTQ+ friendly events in Swift Current and southwest Saskatchewan. This position will be 30 hours a week for 8 weeks. The anticipated start date is May 15, 2018.
Hourly Wage: $15
Job Tasks & Responsibilities:
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Assist in building welcoming and inclusive communities for LGBTQ2 people and allies through visibility, partnerships and community events in Southwest Saskatchewan
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Assist with planning & overseeing Swift Current Pride Week festival
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Coordinate volunteers for Swift Current Pride Week & other LGBTQ2 summer events
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Seek sponsors
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Create advertising
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Social media
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Send invitations
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Write follow up reports
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Responsible for writing and posting blog posts & other social media content
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Connect with other organizations to plan and carryout LGBTQ2 community building events rural communities in southwest Saskatchewan
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Represent Southwest Saskatchewan Pride at community events like Market Square, Picnic in the Park, Windscape
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Develop information on LGBTQ2 resources in southwest Saskatchewan
Requirements:
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Must be eligible for Canada Summer Jobs program
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16-30 years old
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Registered as a full-time student during the preceding and upcoming year.
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Legally entitled to work in Saskatchewan.
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Valid driver’s license
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Familiarity with the work of Southwest Saskatchewan Pride
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Experience working with LGBTQ+ adults and youth
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Excellent organizational and communication skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills, and committed to building diverse and welcoming communities
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Proficient at Microsoft Office
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Own vehicle is an asset
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Some post-secondary education is an asset
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Experience with event planning and volunteer coordination is an asset
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Must obtain Safe Places Certification, which involves an online training program, and a criminal record check and vulnerable sector screen
Please send a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to swiftcurrentpride@gmail.com by Wed. May 2, 2018.