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Event Co-ordinator
Industry Group:
Travel Services
Overview:
Event co-ordinators assist in the preparation, implementation, execution and evaluation of special events. They help with human resource co-ordination by recruiting, training and motivating staff and volunteers. It is a job that requires creativity and the use of many talents. Event co-ordinator positions may be short-term contracts, and many event co-ordinators move from contract to contract, event to event.
Duties:
administer financial controls and procedures implement event plan, including program, site development, equipment, staging, seating and parking co-ordinate office administration fulfill marketing plan, including advertising, trade shows, contests and volunteer/sponsor appreciation programs recruit train, supervise and evaluate staff and volunteers prepare/deliver written and verbal communications
Experience:
An event co-ordinator requires strong written and verbal communication skills, an ability to be an effective team member, planning and organizational skills and event/project co-ordination experience. Also required are public relations and marketing skills, and human resource/volunteer management skills. Desired experience and skills include negotiation, arbitration and accounting skills, and knowledge of the local area and industry.
Education:
A diploma or degree in communications, marketing, business administration or tourism management is usually required. National Occupational Certification as a Special Events Co-ordinator is an asset.
Career Path:
Convention/Meeting Planner, Event Manager, Owner/Operator.
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