Program Coordinator - Guelph, Canada - Guelph Black Heritage Society

Description

The Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) Heritage Hall Program Co-ordinator will support several initiatives that continue to build the remarkable influence of the Black community on the quality of life in Guelph-Wellington County.

• Develop and coordinate events and activities for Phoenix Seniors Social Club and Dream Makers Youth Programming
• Provide tours of the Heritage Hall and assist patrons at the Flora Blizzard Francis Memorial Library of Black Literature.
• Assist with events and community use of the Heritage Hall.
• Social media promotion of Phoenix Seniors Social Club, Dream Makers Youth Program, Heritage Hall for Community Use, Heritage Hall Tours and Flora Blizzard Francis Memorial Library of Black Literature.

• Working knowledge of Black, racialized and diverse cultures and worldviews
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proven technical skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media platforms and Canva
• Ability to manage multiple activities or projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with teleconferencing technology (Microsoft Teams, Zoom)
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Experience working with African, Caribbean, Black seniors and youth.
• Knowledge of fitness, nutrition and cultural foods of the African Diaspora

In addition, the GBHS Program Co-ordinator should demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to learn quickly, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• French not required

• Day shift
• Evenings
• Weekend availability

• Guelph, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

• Administrative experience: 2 years (required)