Director, Events

Visit Friends of the Central Experimental Farm WebsiteDescriptionMajor Responsibilities : The Director will oversee the coordinators of each event and offer suggestions and assistance when needed.Makes arrangements for the Annual General Meeting.Shows initiative and suggests potential future events / fundraisers.Qualifications / Skills : Strong communication skills and effective interpersonal talent in working with a team of volunteers as well as liaising with the public.Excellent organizational skills.Assets : Good knowledge of Google Apps, particularly Sheets, Docs, and Gmail (training available).This is a Board position. The Board meets once a month during the day.Start date is flexible but we hope to fill this position as soon as possible.You will be working with a team of volunteers who wish to help preserve, maintain, and enhance the Dominion Arboretum, the Ornamental Gardens, and other public areas of the Farm, in partnership with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, for the educational benefit and enjoyment of the public; and promote the Farm’s historical significance.#J-18808-Ljbffr