Office & Events Co-Ordinator

Closing Date: August 8th, 2012
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Hours: 35 hours/ week 9:00-4:30
Salary: TBC
Duration: Contract
Job Description/Duties:
Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for a range of tasks. The primary focuses are on growing and maintaining BYTE’s connection with the greater community and ensuring that the office runs smoothly.

This person will plan and run youth activities and fund raising events within Whitehorse and will attend any other youth focused events on behalf of BYTE. They will be responsible for finding new and innovative ways for BYTE to connect with the community and to increase our community fundraising.

In addition, this person will be responsible for day to day tasks within the office, including greeting all visitors and callers to the BYTE office and providing appropriate direction and/or assistance.

The position will also provide some general administrative and clerical assistance to the BYTE staff team, and perform other related duties.

 

Education and Experience:

  • Completion of secondary school, combined with experience working in an office environment. Post-secondary school qualifications will be considered an asset;
  • A strong rapport with youth and genuine interest in youth issues;
  • Successful experience developing, planning, promoting and implementing events;
  • Experience overseeing and managing project budgets;
  • Valid Driver’s License;
  • Standard First Aid & CPR;
  • Ability to work in a busy, fast paced office;
  • Ability to be detail-oriented;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
  • Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet applications;
  • Familiarity of BYTE and its work;
  • Familiarity of Yukon’s First Nations.
How to Apply:
Individuals applying must be under 30, preference given to those under 25. Please send cover letter and resume by email, to:
Name: Chris Rider, Executive Director
E-mail: ed@www.yukonyouth.com.

 

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Chris Rider, Executive Director
Address: #2 407 Ogilvie Street
City: Whitehorse, YT
Postal Code: Y1A 3C9
Phone: 867.667.7975 ext: 0
Fax: 867.393.2112
E-mail: ed@www.yukonyouth.com
Website: http://www.yukonyouth.com