Corporate/community Events Coordinator - Cambridge, Canada - Waterloo Regional Police Service

Waterloo Regional Police Service

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Cambridge, Canada

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Job Req ID: 968- Location: CAMBRIDGE, ON, CA- Corporate Communications and Public Information
Corporate/Community Events Coordinator:

Position Status (perm/temp/part-time): Permanent Full Time

Long Description:

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Summary:

To identify, plan, develop, implement, facilitate and report on volunteer/special events/community and internal/external engagement opportunities for the police service.

To assist with the development and coordination of a service-wide volunteer program responsible for coordinating member and external participation in community and volunteer events.

The position will engage both internally and externally based on diverse offerings/community engagement opportunities in Waterloo Region, under the direction of the Director of Corporate Affairs.

You Will:

Establish and administer an intake procedure for managing event requests.
Source and recommend community events for engagement opportunities.
Monitor service engagement and assist in resource coordination.
Develop and oversee internal and external volunteer programs.
Coordinate public relations events and marketing plans.
Build internal and external relationships for event success.
Organize event logistics and manage onsite support.
Ensure events prioritize inclusivity and diversity.
Conduct postevent evaluations and provide feedback.
Prepare briefs and speaking notes for senior leadership.
Host special events and manage event purchases within budget.
Assist in servicewide events and fundraising efforts.
Maintain databases and use police vehicles for event attendance.
Provide support within the Corporate Affairs unit as needed.

You Have:

A twoyear community college diploma in event planning, business, tourism, or related field.
Two years of previous events planning or volunteer organizing experience.
Experience working with community/volunteer/charity/nonprofit organizations.
A valid Class "G" Driver's License with no more than six (6) demerit points required to travel within and outside the Region.

You Are:

Experienced managing diverse sociocultural community events.
Able to coordinate volunteers and committees.
A strong communicator with interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Able to establish and maintain relationships with diverse community members.
Skilled in public speaking and presentation skills, including organizing meetings.
Highly organizational and task oriented
Detailoriented with the ability to meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
Proficient in written communication skills.
A critical thinker who can screen events/organizations for EDI alignment.
Knowledgeable in office procedures and Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiar with WRPS organizational structure and procedures.
Able to meet police security clearance and maintain confidentiality.
An effective team player with values aligned with the organization.
Willing to undergo testing for the position.

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