The Arts Council of New Westminster (ACNW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the visual, literary and performing arts. Its aim is to bring the community together through the Arts. The ACNW operates a variety of arts programs throughout the community of New Westminster. At each event, the ACNW has a presence through an outreach table that serves as a resource for the community to discover the arts community in New Westminster, learn more about the ACNW, and sign up for upcoming events, membership, and volunteer opportunities.
The ACNW is seeking a versatile individual to fill the position of Outreach Coordinator. The successful candidate will facilitate the outreach efforts of the ACNW in the community. This position will aim to revamp the ACNW to expand inclusivity and change our language, so it reflects the desire of welcoming diversity into The Gallery and beyond. The successful applicant will have knowledge and experience in the arts-in-general, the ACNW, its programming, and the greater arts community in New Westminster.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Set up and staff the ACNW outreach table at important community events.
- Distribute literature and information about the ACNW, and its members.
- Engage the community as they experience the table
- Facilitate ACNW member registration and e-newsletter signups
- Process payments for ACNW memberships.
- Post social media posts on ACNW accounts, capturing events in action
Knowledge and Experience
- Previous experience / background in community outreach activities.
- Computer literacy, experience with Microsoft, Google, and other online tools such as MailChimp
- Proficient with social media accounts: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
Key Competencies
- Passionate about the arts in New Westminster
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal; fluent in English
- Excellent planning and organizational skills; attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong information gathering and information monitoring skills
- High degree of self-motivation; ability to work independently and with a team
- Able to work odd hours, including evenings and weekends
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for use on ACNW business
- Flexible and adaptable
Work Schedule:
Events / Opportunities:
| Volunteer Fest (Royal City Centre) | January | 6 hours |
| Family Day (at Anvil) | February | 5 hours |
| Easter in the Park | March/April | 5 hours |
| LitFest New West | March / April | 9 hours |
| Hyack Week – Uptown St Fest | May | 6 hours |
| Sapperton Day | June | 6 hours |
| Queensborough Children’s Festival | June | 5 hours |
| National Indigenous People’s Day | June | 4 hours |
| Canada Day | July | 5 hours |
| Uptown Live | July | 8 hours |
| New West Cultural Crawl | August | 12 hours |
| River Fest | September | 6 hours |
| Seniors Festival | October | 4 hours |
| ACNW Annual General Meeting | November | 4 hours |
Event hours: 85 hours | Additional prep time: 5 hours prep time every four months
Total hours: 100
Additional ACNW Events
| New West Craft at River Market | 1st & 3rd Saturday monthly, year-round | 6 hours x 24 events |
| New West Farmers Market | Once per month, year-round | 6 hours |
| Music by the River | July | 4 hours x 8 events |
| Last Monday at the Movies | Monthly | 2 hours x 9 events |
Event hours: 200 hours | Additional prep time: 10 hours prep time every four months
Total hours: 230
This position is from May 15, 2019 until June 30, 2020. Renewal will be subject to future funding. Remuneration: $15.00 per hour.
Submit resume and cover letter by email to info@acnw.ca before 5:00pm on May 3, 2019. Include “ACNW Outreach Coordinator – Application” as the subject of your email. Only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.
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