Summer Event Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Summer Event Coordinator - Full Time, Temporary M’akola Housing Society – Victoria Are you an Indigenous student looking for a fun work opportunity for the summer? M’akola Housing Society (M’akola) is looking for one (1) Summer Event Coordinator to join the team for the summer to plan and execute fun events all over the province! You will be barbecuing for tenants, playing games with the children, and driving to various locations. Position Summary Reporting to the Senior Director of Housing Operations (SDHO), the Summer Event Coordinator will be responsible for the M’akola Summer Tenant Appreciation Event program by creating, preparing, and executing exciting events in each region across the province. The Summer Tenant Appreciation Event program is intended to celebrate the community in which we serve, show appreciation to our tenants, and get to know our tenants on a personal level. The Summer Event Coordinator will be responsible for connecting with tenants directly to determine what kind of event they would appreciate, creating a plan, and making it happen! This position is a temporary, 3-month term starting June 2, 2025, until August 29, 2025, for a student currently enrolled in a college or university course. The schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm based out of the Head Office in Langford when not travelling. This position’s wage is $21.00 per hour. Requirements • Currently attending a post-secondary institution • Experience in an office environment is an asset • Experience providing direct customer service to the public is an asset • Willing to acquire Level 1 first aid and Food Safe certificate (reimbursed by M’akola) • Experience in and with the Indigenous community would be an asset Other • Must have access to a vehicle and a Class 5 driver’s license • Provide a clear Criminal Record Check upon selection Who We Are M’akola Housing Society (MHS) is an Indigenous affordable housing provider committed to supporting vibrant, diverse communities in British Columbia. Our portfolio spans the entire province and involves property management, asset management, Assisted Living, and providing professional consulting services to other service providers. We have energetic and engaged teams. Each member brings a unique approach and skillset, and together we are committed to delivering high-quality service to our tenants and their communities. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all team members take personal accountability for their work, have a passion for excellence, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and hire employees of all cultures including Indigenous and non-Indigenous. Our Indigenous employees have diverse backgrounds including status, non-status, Metis, and Inuit. Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify) as per Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code. If you have any questions regarding this position or applying for the position, please contact us at: humanresources@makola.bc.ca or 778-400-3177. We want to support all applicants during this process. MHS is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please advise us if you require accommodation if we contact you for an employment opportunity. We deeply appreciate and thank all that apply but only applicants that are selected for this opportunity will be contacted. Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter here: https://makola.bamboohr.com/careers/172?source=aWQ9MTY%3D Closing Date: end of April 2025 Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. For statistical purposes please indicate where you saw this job posting i.e. job site, email etc.