Now Hiring - A Baby Program Event Coordinator for momstown KW

momstown.ca is an on-line network for neighbourhood moms wanting to connect for support, conversation and just plain fun! With a fantastic event calendar and lively and message board, momstown.ca is a great way to get involved with your community while having a blast with your kids! They say it takes a village to raise a child, we say it takes a town! 

 

momstown is the leading organization across Canada for connecting and supporting REAL moms.

Are you looking for a way to channel your creative energy? Are you a positive, out-going person inspired by parenting, early education and community? Are you looking for a fun, part-time supplemental income? This is a great opportunity for you to earn some spending money while still having the opportunity to both work from home and bring your child to work!  This position is about passion, convenience and fun J

Job Description – Event Coordinator 

momstown KW is currently seeking a creative, self-motivated, and energetic individual for a rolling 6 month contract position as an Event Coordinator for our Baby Programs. In this exciting role you will help to co-ordinate and execute fun and educational events and field trips for mothers and young children aged 0-12 months.

 

Responsibilities: 

• Event Coordination in General
• Creating and customizing mom and baby events from designated momstown curriculum
• Personally running and attending a minimum of 1 event per week: If needed -  renting facilities, buying & prepping supplies (re-imbursed), running activities
• Act as a membership ambassador and liaise with members
• General expectation to be an active member and attend events on a regular basis.
• Be supportive of momstown KW organization through Social Media (comment & like Facebook posts, retweet posts on twitter, comment & share blogs)   

• More Specifically
   
  • Plan/Run/Attend 1-2 event (s) per week (depends on the week and activities running)
  • Check Message Board daily for moderation and to add content to encourage discussion
  • Check calendar for comments on events you are coordinating 
  • Help with promotion & execution of major events that are member based (Christmas, Easter and Halloween Parties, M2M Sale)
  • Blogging
  • Would love your input and creative ideas to support activities and events!

Qualifications:
 

• Must be Outgoing and Social
• A dynamic leader who is creative, organized, highly self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Vested interest in children and parenting
• Comfort with leading circle/storytime and craft activities for babies
• Event planning background an asset, not mandatory
• Must have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle

Pay Structure:

• Independent Contract work – 6 month rolling contract

 

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your resume and covering letter, no later than Friday January 3rd, 2014 to paula.garceau@momstown.ca.