Community Outreach Coordinator

Job Responsibility:

Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Community Outreach Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to coordinate events and grow Bandology's presence in the community.

About the Job:

• Develop and establish relationships with arts organizations, community organizations and local businesses
• Seek out opportunities for Bandology to participate in community events in our programming regions, such as workshops, vendor booths, performances etc.
• Conduct school and community visits to promote Bandology's programming, including camp, workshops, percussion parties and the Lending Library
• Conduct site visits for venues and locations at which Bandology is running programming
• Serve as project lead for events held for the public or with community partners, tracking all aspects of the event including staffing, gear, participants etc.
• Serve as a support person at workshops and other Bandology programming such as the Bandology Music Lab
• Work collaboratively with fellow staff to organize events as needed, including community events, fundraising events, etc.
• Review, monitor and update the website as needed
• Participate in three weeks of Band Camp in July/August and ensure that all campers have a fun and fulfilling experience

About You:

You do not need to be proficient in every single item on this list, so long as you are willing to learn on the job!

• Enrolled or graduated from a post-secondary program specializing in event management, arts administration, communications, marketing or similar
• Total 2-5 years direct experience working in event management, networking or administration, either paid or volunteer or as a co-op placement
• Experience in organizing and managing multifaceted projects such as an administrative role in a club, team or workplace setting, running events, or other projects involving participants
• A working knowledge of the technical aspect of running events such as setting up equipment and running soundcheck is a bonus
• Music performance, education or event experience is a bonus
• First aid/CPR training with current certification would be a bonus

Skills to be successful in this job:

• Excellent writing, research and interviewing skills
• Comfortable working independently from your own personal space (Bandology is a virtual office) with regular in-person meetings and events (as appropriate) with access to your own computer with reliable internet connection
• Experience with Google suite of programs, social media and public speaking
• A wide base of transferable skills including organization, time management, self regulation, collaboration and leadership
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the team
• Creativity - new ideas are welcomed at Bandology!
• A background in instrumental music would be useful, whether from music class, piano lessons or personal interest
• A passion for music and a belief in the long-term value of music education
• Camp experience, either as a camper or counsellor, would be useful
• A police check and adherence to our vaccination policy (all staff must be fully vaccinated) will be required for the successful candidate

About Us:

Bandology is dedicated to providing quality job experiences that allow young people the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills in a safe and welcoming space, as well as the chance to pursue different aspects and applications of their passion for music and music education.

• An extensive onboarding program during the first week to learn about the organization, processes and procedures, and our culture
• A hybrid work environment with core collaboration hours and the ability to customize your working hours
• Remote work utilizing regular Zoom meetings and a central Google Drive for files
• Attendance at the weekly in-person meeting in Oakville as well as additional training and regular community events and workshops, which often occur on weekends
• In addition to working with the staff team, staff may work with Board members from diverse backgrounds with varied experience who provide mentorship
• All staff work together collaboratively during Band Camp weeks (July 7-11, 21-25 and July 28 to August 1) and are expected to attend in person for the full week

Bandology is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive non-discriminatory work environment that respects the rights of all Canadians. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone.

To Apply:

Send your detailed resume to View email address on ca.edajobs.com along with a cover letter that answers these three questions:

• Music is important to me because…
• I believe that the long-term value of music education is…
• A special talent that I bring to Bandology is…

Please ensure that your resume and cover letter are sent in a single PDF.

Job Details:

With funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program, this position runs for 16 weeks from May 5 to August 23 for 35 hours per week at a rate of $17.20/hour. Please be aware that in order to be eligible for this position, you must fulfill the Canada Summer Jobs requirements as laid out on their website. Bandology reimburses staff for any approved expenses or mileage and offers flexible working hours, professional development and training, and a lively, congenial working atmosphere.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contractContract length: 4 months

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON

Application deadline: 2025-04-25Expected start date: 2025-05-05