Public Programs Coordinator - Winnipeg, Canada - FortWhyte Alive

FortWhyte Alive

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job title:
Public Programs Coordinator**
Supervisor:Director of Programs**
Hours of work: Sunday-Thursday, 35 hours a week including some evenings

Job Summary:

The Public Programs Coordinator is a member of the Group Services Team with a special focus on responsibilities revolving around developing, implementing, delivering, and promoting public programs and special events.

This full-time position has a flexible schedule dependent on programming and may be required to work evenings as needed.

Principal Tasks:

Public Programs Development and Implementation

Research and develop opportunities for innovative new, revenuegenerating, public programming and special events that attract current FortWhyte Alive members and draw in firsttime visitors with varied interests
Initiate, build and maintain partnerships with Manitoba artists, outdoor recreation leaders, specialized presenters, environmental leaders/consultants, Indigenous leaders and other relevant individuals, organizations, associations and businesses to enhance FortWhyte Alive's Public Programming capacity
Work with the Director of Programs, Group Services Team and the Communications Team on the development of an annual public programming strategy
Initiate and finalize details for the public programs calendar, quarterly
Coordinate speciality Public Programming in collaboration with the Volunteer Services Manager and Visitor Experience Manager
Brainstorm with other staff for new public programming ideas
Consult with the Volunteer Services Manager on the availability of volunteers at both the development and implementation phases of public programming
Prepare a list of volunteer requirements for each quarterly calendar of events
Support, train and direct a team of volunteers who in turn support operations
Analyze, evaluate and report on the outcome of the public programs

Events

Research, develop and implement new and innovative events that generate revenue and increase FortWhyte Alive's profile across the community
In collaboration with the Executive Team, develop and adhere to annual budget guidelines for special events to meet or exceed established goals and report on the event afterwards
Organize and manage all logistics for public events including equipment rentals, permits, medical/first aid, security, hospitality, etc.
Liaise with sponsors, suppliers and other external stakeholders to ensure the success of each event and ensure proper sponsor recognition requirements are met
Liaise with the Communications Team to develop and produce all collateral and promotional material required for each event such as tickets, registration forms, posters, mailings, and website
Maintain detailed records of each event and provide to the Accounting team for budget and audit purposes
Collaborate with the appropriate staff to assist with the planning and execution of each event

Youth & Family Program Delivery

Guide youth programs as needed
Coordinate youth programs including assembling supplies, preparing schedules and guiding volunteer interpreters
Participate in the coordination, organization and presentation of seasonal training programs for volunteers
Mentor volunteer interpreters as needed

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Post secondary education preferably in Recreation Management, or equivalent experience
Experience with developing and leading programs, as well as event coordination, with the ability to think creatively and demonstrate innovation
Experience working with varied groups including children, youth, families, etc.
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills
Selfstarter with team player qualities
Strong customer service skills
Satisfactory child abuse registry and criminal records check

Assets:

Knowledge of Manitoba flora and fauna, Manitoba ecosystems and emerging environmental issues
Outdoor adventure experience including paddling/kayaking
Certification in First Aid and CPR
Class 4 license