Summer Position Special Events Coordinator 2025

Working with the Chamber of Commerce staff team this position will play a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and executing a group of education and training events for businesses in the region, as well as other Chamber events/programs. The successful candidate will work with the Chamber staff team to oversee all aspects of event planning, from initial concept development to post-event evaluation.
Primary areas of Responsibility include but are not limited to:
• Event Planning and Coordination
• Budget Management
• Marketing and Promotion
• Attendee Engagement
• Risk-Management
• Post-Event Evaluation

This is a 35-hour per week position. Shifts may include some evening and weekend hours based on activities. The hourly rate is $17.75/hr. This position is more suited to post-secondary students as it will start before the end of the current school year. The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment is a requirement.

This position is funded through the HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs program so all candidates must be under the age of 30 at the start of employment. Returning to school is not a requirement for this position. Applications accepted by email ONLY at brenda@porthopechamber.com before 4pm on April 25, 2025. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.