Facilities Assistant and Event Support
/ORGANIZATION:
Vancouver Chinatown Foundation
DEADLINE:
Until filled
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation is a registered charity founded in 2011 to honour a culture and community established in Vancouver over 100 years ago and is dedicated to building a more resilient and inclusive community by promoting the wellbeing of those in need while preserving Chinatown’s irreplaceable cultural heritage. We have a vision of a prosperous, vibrant, and inclusive Chinatown, where people come to live, work, and play. The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation’s efforts to revitalize this important neighbourhood are grounded on three interconnected pillars: physical, economic & cultural revitalization.
WEBSITE:
https://www.chinatownfoundation.org/
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position will assist the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation with various facilities and administrative duties including day-to-day operations, facility maintenance, support for events, community programs, administrative documentation, and other organizational duties. We are seeking a self-starter who has a high degree of attention to detail and is comfortable with the fast-paced nature of a small office.
This is an in-person position. The work schedule will generally be Thursday to Monday, 9:15am–5:15pm but is subject to change in order to support events. Flexibility to work evenings is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the Facilities Manager with day-to-day operations of the Chinatown Storytelling Centre and other housing sites
Manage daily admissions, memberships, and check-ins for exhibitions, group bookings, and special events at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre
Support Foundation events and rentals with set-up and teardown
Support administrative duties related to the Foundation’s community projects
Support community engagement and economic revitalization initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS:
A passion for community building and creating long-term social change
Excellent communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multitask
Ability to work independently
Able to work well with a team and with self-initiative to get things done
Able to creatively “think on your feet” and problem-solve
Able to lift up to 35 lbs
Assets:
Basic understanding of Audio-Visual technology such as wireless microphones, audio console, lighting, and projectors
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter and your resume to Careers@chinatownfoundation.org with the subject line: "Facilities Assistant and Event Support - Application"
REMUNERATION:
$40,000–$45,000 based on experience, plus a full benefits package
