Job Overview
Elmastukwek Mawiomi Inc. (EMI) is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Summer Student Festival Organizer (Age 15-29) to support the planning and delivery of cultural initiatives through the summer, including our gathering festival from August 7-9. The Festival Organizer will receive team support from and report to the Events Coordinator and assist with the logistical planning, setup, and delivery of community and cultural activities.
We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Only those applicants who provide up-to-date and qualify for interview will be contacted. The successful candidate may be required to submit a current criminal record check.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Events Coordinator to assist with the logistical planning, setup, and execution of community and cultural events.
- Assist with preparing venues, supplies, equipment, signage, and event materials.
- Support event operations, including participant registration, welcoming guests, and general event logistics.
- Help coordinate and facilitate youth activities and community programming.
- Perform administrative duties such as filing, organizing records, and data entry.
- Support communication with volunteers, community members, and partner organizations.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organized, dependable, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable interacting with community members of all ages.
- Experience with event planning is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of Mi'kmaw culture and Indigenous communities is considered an asset.
- Must be a student between the ages of 15 and 29 and legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Drivers License.
- Must meet all eligibility requirements of the applicable summer employment program.
Working Conditions
- Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support events and activities. (Especially the week of August 3rd-10th)
- Some lifting and physical setup and takedown of event equipment is required.
Pay: Up to $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
