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Organization:
Ontario Science Centre
Division:
Science Engagement Department
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary (up to 12 months, with possible extension)
Job code:
02701 - Information Officer 1
Salary:
$1,125.04 - $1,321.59 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Join the Ontario Science Centre as we implement a new strategic plan and prepare to celebrate our 50th anniversary. As one of Canada's most visited cultural attractions and a world-renowned learning institution, we inspire passion for the human adventure of discovery. It hosts up to a million visitors each year, and offers hands-on experiences and insights into science and technology that help visitors of all ages understand and contribute to the world around us.
Are you looking for a challenging opportunity? Do you possess event coordination expertise, excellent communication skills, and innovative instincts? If so, consider this opportunity to work as a Programs Coordinator at the Ontario Science Centre.
Please note: This position may require you to work some evenings and weekend hours.
About the job
As a Programs Coordinator in the Science Engagement department, you will:
• Coordinate logistics for a series of events and programs that are consistent with the mandate of the Ontario Science Centre (OSC), and which contribute to attracting attendance.
• Identify potential event and program resources required (financial, physical, space, time, etc.) to deliver such events and programs to the OSC visiting public.
• Support Science Engagement initiatives in accordance with established budgets, work plans, resources, schedules and OSC quality standards and to liaise with Marketing and Communications to promote events and programs.
• Support Science Engagement program leads by providing program coordination and logistics to internal and external stakeholders through event planning and program delivery.
What you bring to the team
Event Coordination Knowledge and Experience
• You have knowledge and experience in event coordination to arrange logistics of science-based engagement programs.
• You have the ability to create event proposals and maintain budget allocations for special events and programs (weekend activities, festivals, etc.).
• You are able to coordinate all booking elements, event forms, and electric booking system for Science Engagement Team.
• You have the knowledge and ability to prepare and coordinate operations manuals, health and safety documentation, training materials, etc.
Organizational and Analytical Skills
• You have strong planning, prioritizing and organizational skills to prioritize and manage a diverse workload with conflicting deadlines from a variety of sources.
• You have analytical, problem-solving and reasoning skills to provide accurate detailed information, reports and presentation to support departmental needs.
• You are able to research, assess, and recommend venues for events and establish objectives, work-plans, timelines and budget.
• You can monitor progress and use issues management skills to recognize problems and recommend a resolution.
Communication and Consultation Skills
• You have excellent written communication skills to prepare reports, draft communications and other materials.
• You have strong communication and collaboration skills to work with staff and stakeholders in support of programs and events.
• You have excellent interpersonal skills to support partnerships and develop a network of contacts with community and special interest groups to exchange information and coordinate project activities.
• You are proficient in the use of software applications such as word processing, spreadsheet and data management.
Apply by:
Wednesday, May 22, 2019 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 770 Don Mills Rd, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Category:
Administrative and Support Services
Posted on:
Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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