Overview
Are you creative, organized, and passionate about making a difference in your community?
Habitat for Humanity Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking an enthusiastic Event Marketing Specialist to join our team through the Canada Summer Jobs Program. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, community engagement, marketing, and nonprofit operations while contributing to Habitat's mission of building strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with event planning and marketing for fundraising initiatives.
- Assist with sponsorship activities related to Habitat build projects.
- Assist with securing product donations for the ReStore from local businesses.
- Work closely with the ReStore Manager to prioritize businesses and organizations for outreach.
- Maintain accurate records of activities and the results of those activities.
- Assist with ReStore marketing initiatives and social media activities.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Skills Developed
Through this position, participants will develop valuable workplace skills, including:
Adaptability
The ability to adjust goals, behaviours, and work plans when faced with expected or unexpected change, while remaining focused and overcoming setbacks.
Collaboration
The ability to contribute to and support others in achieving common goals through teamwork and cooperation.
Communication
The ability to receive, understand, and share information through speaking, listening, and interacting with others.
Creativity and Innovation
The ability to develop and apply new ideas, challenge existing methods, and contribute innovative approaches to projects and initiatives.
Digital Skills
The ability to use digital tools and technology to create, manage, and share information and content, including social media and data management tools.
Problem Solving
The ability to identify challenges, analyze situations, develop solutions, and make informed decisions.
Technical Skills
The ability to develop practical skills and knowledge related to marketing, event planning, record keeping, and community outreach.
Canada Summer Jobs Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Meet all eligibility requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs program.
Why Work With Habitat for Humanity NL?
At Habitat, every day brings an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our communities. You'll gain valuable professional experience, develop transferable career skills, and contribute to programs that help families build brighter futures.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume to [email protected] or apply through Indeed.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $16.35 per hour
Work Location: In person
