Full Time Community Outreach Manager

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.
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
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
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
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
A police check and adherence to our vaccination policy (all staff must be fully vaccinated) will be required for the successful candidate
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.
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
ca along with a cover letter that answers these three questions:
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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: Casual dress
Flexible schedule
Work from home
Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON