Reposted January 25, 2012!
Program Coordinator / Administrative Assistant
Saskatchewan Elocution and Debate Association SEDA is a non-profit, charitable organization that promotes debate and speech activities in English and French. SEDA is active throughout the province with students in grades 5 to 12, and at the two universities. The association co-ordinates an annual program of debate tournaments and other special events.
This is a highly rewarding job working with youth and volunteers. We are looking for someone with good organizational habits, who has debate knowledge, ties to the teaching community, works well with the public, basic office skills, experience with Mac computers, website updating and multimedia (photo/video) projects. On the job training will be provided as you work with the vibrant debate community in Saskatchewan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in planning and carrying out all SEDA programs; prepare support packages and mail outs, maintain statistics, registrations, and membership lists, create and post invitations
Attend SEDA hosted events and provide organizational support to the hosts and Executive Director
Writing cheques and receipts, bank deposits, simple invoicing
Correspond with stakeholders, maintain files and DVD library, purchase office supplies, coordinate printing needs, keep the office organized
Maintain and edit photo and video archives
Design annual report, newsletter, handbooks, etc.,
Use social media sites for networking
Update web site with a content management system
Research and prepare informational packages on debate topics
Clerical support
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Debate and public speaking knowledge
The desire and experience to work with youth and volunteers
Strong Mac, Word, Excel, google docs, photography, social media and layout design skills
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly in person and via telephone and email
The ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Experience in fundraising, event organization, French-speaking an asset but not required
DETAILS
Permanent full-time
37.5 hours a week/ 5 days a week, with approximately 30 days of expected overtime on evenings and weekends during the year
approximately $23,000/year
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Deadline for applications is February 6, 2012
Email your resume with 3 references to info@saskdebate.com
Saskatchewan Elocution and Debate Association
Attention: Lorelie DeRoose (Executive Director)
www.saskdebate.com
