Employment Opportunities
The Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba
is seeking an
EVENTS MANAGER
Responsibilities:
The Events Manager, reporting to the General Manager, will oversee the coordination of Provincial Exhibition Fairs and events. Duties include:
-Liaison with staff and committees to ensure that events are produced on schedule and on budget
-Working with the Operations Coordinator to plan the physical layout and operational logistics of events
- Serving as a resource to staff and committees as necessary
- Attending meetings of event executives and committees as necessary
- Budgeting and reporting
- Filling in administrative gaps as necessary
The ideal candidate will have:
-Experience working with volunteers
-Ability to coordinate and motivate a team
-Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
-Ability to prepare & manage a budget
-Ability to problem solve and work independently
-Effective time management, organizational and leadership skills
-Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness
-Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Note: This job entails meetings and events that take place outside normal business hours.
Interested candidates should forward resume and salary expectations by July 26th to:
Karen Oliver, General Manager
Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba
115-10th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 4E7
Email: karenoliver@brandonfairs.com
Or fax 204-725-0202
RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Duties include:
-answering phones and greeting the public
-scheduling and organizing meetings, booking accommodations, maintaining databases, typing minutes, filing, coordinating mailings, providing admin support for the General Manager and other staff, as well as certain Provincial Ex committees
Qualifications:
-experience in customer service, proficiency with MS Office, excellent organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to multi-task
-must thrive in a busy, small office environment
-must be a team player
-able to work evenings/weekends around Provincial Ex events
Submit your resume (along with salary expectations) BY AUGUST 3 to:
Karen Oliver, General Manager
Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba
115-10th Street
Brandon, MB R7A 4E7
Email: karenoliver@brandonfairs.com
Or Fax to: 204-725-0202
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.