[IPSM] Summer youth job postings (NFCM)

[Craig Ross]

The NFCM is currently looking to fill two positions:

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY #1

EVENTS ASSISTANT

The Native Friendship Centre of Montreal (NFCM) is an active community 
organization.  Throughout the year we provide many events, particularly 
during the summer period.  For example the NFCM celebrates Nunavut Day and 
National Aboriginal Day.  Annually the NFCM organizes a Cultural Festival or 
Pow Wow in September.  The NFCM requires the assistance in the organization 
and realization of these many events.

We are hereby requesting an Events Assistant for a period of sixteen (16) 
weeks starting as soon as possible.  This individual will assist the NFCM in 
accomplishing the following tasks:

- Provides direction to and supervises event volunteers, including 
selecting, monitoring, and training, scheduling and determining work loads;
- Assists in the planning, evaluation and coordination of special events, 
including scheduling facilities, ensuring facilities are set up, etc.
- Monitors the operations of programs and events while taking place
- Formulates and organizes program plans and schedules;
- Acts as liaison and representative to promote NFCM events
- Creates event flyers, brochures, and newsletters, including determining 
content, layout, materials and distribution methods; prepares activity and 
operating reports.
- Prepares contracts and direction for artists, drummers, dancers, and 
craftspeople
- Soliciting donations and sponsorships
- Preparing funding proposals to support the event
- Contacting the media and preparing advertisements
- Making all necessary technical arrangements

Position requirements:
- Bilingualism
- Must be Aboriginal
- Writing skills
- Must not be over 30 years old
- Computer literate
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- University level

Deadline to apply: May 1, 2006
Please send CV and cover letter to:
Native Friendship Centre of Montreal
2001 boul. St. Laurent
Montreal, QC
H2X 2T8
E-mail: tessacawe at gmail.ca

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY #2

POSITION:	Communications Assistant

PROJECT:	YOUNG CANADA WORKS FOR ABORIGINAL URBAN YOUTH 2005-2006
LENGTH:	16 WEEKS

Young Canada Works (YCW) offers up to 2, 300 grants in the form of wage 
subsidies.  These grants are dedicated to offering summer jobs and 
internships to Canadian students and graduates, allowing them to gain 
valuable experience while putting their skills to the test.

ACCOUNTABILITY
The Communications Assistant is responsible to promote the NFCM’s programs 
and services, and the Aboriginal community of Montreal, through contacts 
with various governmental and city officials, organizations and the general 
public.

DESCRIPTION
- Provides technical support in writing, gathering data, determining layout, 
and coordinates the production of publications including newsletters, public 
service announcements, and fliers
- Prepares newsletters and brochures for promotional mailings.  Obtains 
mailing lists from appropriate sources, schedules mailing of informational 
materials and analyzes effectiveness of mailings.
- Edits, takes photos and determines layout of promotional and informational 
materials including brochures, flyers, newsletters, presentations, press 
releases and feature articles.
- Assist in the preparation of a master calendar/schedule of events or 
classes for use in advertising and updates and inputs changes to information 
and notifies staff of corrections.
- Assists in the development and design of advertisement, writes promotional 
copy and designs printed pieces for a variety of publications.
- Assists in the implementation of ongoing mass marketing of programs for 
the College facilities and/or various programs in conformity with 
organizational goals and objectives.
- Making contacts and meeting with various government and city officials;
- Compiling an up to date mailing list and make it accessible to the staff 
of the NFCM
- Networking with various Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organizations;
- Attending pertinent public events and meetings;
- Maintaining a database on individuals, agencies and organizations 
contacted;

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/HOURS
The Communications Assistant will work a 37.5-hour week, but the shift may 
vary depending on the programming requirements and attendance at events, 
meetings, training and workshops. Some evening and weekend work may be 
required when needed.

This position is to be filled by a candidate up to the age of 30 who is 
bilingual and possesses good communication skills.

SALARY:	To commensurate with experience and education

CLOSING DATE:  Applications will be received until May 24, 2005 at 4:00 pm 
EST

PLEASE FORWARD YOUR RESUME AND LETTER OF INTENT TO:
Hiring Committee
NFCM/CAAM
2001, blvd. St-Laurent
Montreal, QC H2X 2T3
info at nfcm.org

Applications will not be accepted beyond the closing date.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.