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event coordinator

Title posted on indeed.com - Event Coordinator (SummerJob)

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Employer details Latincouver Cultural & Business Society

Job details

*Position: Event Coordinator* * Organization: Latincouver Cultural & Business Society * Location: Vancouver, BC (In-person) * Employment Type: Seasonal (Canada Summer Jobs) * Hours: 30 hours per week * Duration: 11 weeks * Start Date: May 18, 2026 * Wage: $17.85/hour (increasing to $18.25/hour as of June 1, 2026) * Language: English * Reports to: Direction Manager *About Latincouver* Latincouver Cultural & Business Society is a non-profit organization based in British Columbia that promotes cultural exchange, business connections, and community development within Canada?s multicultural landscape. *Position Overview* The Event Coordinator Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the planning, organization, and execution of events within a community-focused nonprofit organization. This role involves coordinating logistics, assisting with vendor and partner communications, and supporting on-site event operations. Designed as a learning opportunity, the position includes supervision, guidance, and skill development in event planning and coordination. *Key Responsibilities* * Planning and Coordination: Discussing event scope, format, and objectives with clients, sponsors, and organizing committees. * Coordinating services such as venue arrangements, accommodations, transportation, catering, and other logistics. * Event Management: Organizing registration, preparing promotional materials, and promoting the event. * Planning entertainment and social activities Staff and Supplier. * Oversight: Hiring, training, and supervising event support staff. * Negotiating service contracts, approving supplier invoices, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. * Budget and Reporting: Establishing and managing budgets and maintaining financial records and preparing reports on event outcomes and expenses. *Skills & Competencies* * Ability to adjust to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and incorporate feedback to improve performance * Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive team environment * Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening to others * Demonstrates initiative by generating and applying new ideas to improve processes and outcomes * Proficient in using digital tools and systems to create, manage, and share information * Comfortable working with numbers, including budgeting, tracking, and basic data analysis * Identifies issues, evaluates options, and implements effective solutions * Applies relevant tools, systems, and technical knowledge to complete tasks accurately and efficiently * Effectively manages tasks, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing * Takes initiative, works independently, and anticipates needs without close supervision * Ensures accuracy and consistency in all tasks, with a strong focus on quality *Assets (Nice to Have):* * Enrolled in or recently completed a diploma or degree in Event Management, Hospitality, * Business Administration, Communications, or a related field * Interest in event coordination, community engagement, and live event operations * Knowledge of digital tools such as Slack, ClickUp, and Canva * Experience or interest in working in sports, cultural events, or live activations. *Special Requirements:* This position is funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada Summer Jobs program. To be eligible, applicants must: * Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job * Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN), and * Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada * *International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible to apply.* *Latincouver Cultural & Business Society is committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and diverse workplace and encourages all qu