Events Manager: help represent our organization & establish positive relationships with the community!

The Mental Health Society of Greater Victoria is seeking someone to help us run/manage our events! As an organization, our mission is to improve mental health in Victoria by creating educational material and improving access to local support services. It is crucial that we build relationships with community members and part of that entails connecting with people in the community through face-to-face interactions: that’s where you come in! The MHS is 100% volunteer-run; we volunteer because we are passionate about helping others and combating the stigma surrounding mental illness and substance use.

We are recruiting one (1) Event Team Lead/Manager. This role will work with our Board of Directors and Director of Events to plan, organize, and attend community events. Currently, most of the events we attend are pre-existing outdoor events where we set up a tent or stand. These events include the Moss St. Market, the Oaklands Sunset Market, and other local markets, fundraisers, and partnership events. It will be your responsibility to organize volunteers and materials, represent our organization at these events, distribute information about our organization and establish positive relationships with people in the community!

**Please note that it is a REQUIREMENT that you live in Victoria BC, have reliable access to a vehicle, and have a flexible availability to attend in-person events. There may be a few events between Monday - Friday, but the majority are on the weekends.**

Required Skills: 
- Strong leadership and organization skills (managing a team, delegating tasks, creating agendas, and leading meetings)
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written, regular communication with other volunteers, MHS board, community members/partners) 
- Self-motivated and responsible (promptly replies to messages and emails, acts reliably/in the best interest of the organization, takes initiative) 
- Reliable access to a vehicle (transport of materials to and from events) 

Bonus Skills: 
- Artistic skills
- Presenting/Public speaking skills 
- Experience with Google Drive, Slack & Trello 
- Personal experience with mental illness/addictions

Example Tasks: 
- Lead event-planning meetings 
- Planning and set up of MHS promotional materials 
- Coordinate volunteer shift schedule at events
- Delegate tasks, as needed
- Add and update event information on Google Calendar
- Coordinate transport and storage of event materials
- Regular check-ins and follow-ups with team members on their progress and status
- Managing a small team of volunteers at events
- Ensure proper inventory of materials and merchandise
- Track relevant indicators and statistics obtained at events 

Required Documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter/Written paragraph: Please tell us a little bit about yourself and why you would be a good fit for the Event Manager position (e.g., training, community connections, passion, education, etc.) 

To apply, please email the application documents to tereza@mhsvictoria.org. Please note that applications missing a written portion will not be considered. The most eligible applicants will be contacted to schedule an online video interview. 

We look forward to hearing from you!