BOATING ONTARIO POSTING: OFFICE / EVENT ASSISTANT – SUMMER STUDENT NEEDED
June 19, 2016
Office/Event Assistant to support the association programs and projects as required. The successful candidate will undertake a variety of program-related administrative tasks and participate in some boating events. This opportunity is great experience for students in the marketing/public relations/business areas of study.
Responsibilities:
General office administrative assistance to CEO and staff as required
Collection of data from members via email and phone
Assistance in member database and website development
Data entry, updating files and electronic records
Answering email and phone inquires from members and the public
Assistance with member communications via newsletters and email broadcasts
Some attendance to recreational boating industry events as a representative of the association
Some travel may be required
Requirements:
Must be a student 15-30 years old and a full time post secondary student returning to school
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Competent computer skills and knowledge of computer applications including MS office; Excel, Word, Outlook, database software, social media programs
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
Proactive and resourceful
Possess a valid driver’s license
Additional Details:
Job starts July 4th and is for 35 hours / week for eight weeks and pays $12 per hour
Days, Monday – Friday and possible occasional evenings and weekends required
Boating Ontario is open to hire students with disabilities, Aboriginal students and students who are members of a visible minority
Boating Ontario is the largest recreational boating organization in Canada. Province wide our 600 members represent marina operators, boat dealers, brokers and suppliers to Ontario’s diverse recreational boating industry.
To apply, email cover letter and resume to Janet Bauer at Jbauer@boatingontario.ca.
We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
