Events and Fundraising Coordinator (NUG-26-04)

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Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together!  Posting Details : Application Deadline : Monday February 2, 2026 at 12 : 00pm (noon) Position Status : Full-time, permanent  Estimated Start Date :  March 2026 Current Vacancies :   1 vacancy  Hourly Rate : $38.16 / hr.

• $44.89 / hr.  (rate effective October 1, 2025) Hours per Week :  35 hours per week.  Position Location :  Lang Pioneer Village Museum (Keene, Ontario).

Please be advised that this location is not accessible through public transportation.

Position Group :  Non-Union Group Competition # : NUG-26-04 What you'll do : The Events and Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing events, coordinating programs and site rentals, and organizing fundraising initiatives in support of the museum. This position is also responsible for managing and coordinating volunteers to support events and program coordination.  Events and Rentals :   Work with museum staff to plan and stage various special events, including annual events, premium events, and fundraisers.

Coordinate the work of contracted event planners and facilities bookings for various rentals.  Fundraising :  Develop promotional materials, prepare grant applications, and implement donor engagement initiatives and fundraising campaigns to support the museum.

Help promote Lang Pioneer Village Museum as a destination of choice!

Program Coordination :   Create and distribute information packages and coordinate the scheduling of the museum's paid programming and outreach opportunities.  In accordance with County Policy, a Vulnerable Sector Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.

Selection Process : Get ready to showcase your skills!

The selection process is expected to take place in mid-February.

Keep a close eye on your email to ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity.  This job is for you if… Our non-negotiables :  You have post secondary education in Event Management and / or Museum Management, and a valid Ontario driver's license.  Experience :   You have 3 years of related job experience in a museum or special events setting, including leadership or supervision of volunteer experience.

Creativity : You enjoy coming up with creative campaigns to boost engagement from the community, region, and special interest groups.

You're excited at the opportunity to promote Lang Pioneer Village Museum!

Project Management :   You excel at taking innovative ideas and creating interesting and engaging events!

You create a plan and follow through on each step to ensure each project is a success.

Interpersonal Skills : You have strong people skills and are comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to : staff, volunteers, event planners, contractors, and more.  Benefits : You want to work for an organization that offers paid time off, OMERS pension enrollment, access to an employee assistance program, and a benefits package that includes health, dental, disability coverage and life insurance.  Culture : You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities.

Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more!

Community : You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.

Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace!  In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection.

If you require this information in an accessible format or would like a copy of the full job description, please contact the People Services Department at hrinfo@ptbocounty.ca.

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