Executive Director

Job Description

Job Description

Duties will include :

Work with the board of directors to ensure the successful organization and execution of an annual Winter Festival

Leads the organization in the development, implementation and evaluation of operational planning

Organization, creation and execution of a variety of events such as dinners, parties, parades, galas, fundraisers, sporting events, family events and more

Fundraising for the festival and society including but not limited to : Securing sponsorships from local businesses, grant writing, selling advertising in the annual brochure, fundraising events including auctions and raffles

Volunteer management and organization

Hiring and management of seasonal employees

Promotion and marketing of the festival and the society

Social media, press releases, interviews and other forms of communication on behalf of the festival and society

Administrative duties in the VWC office such as responding to emails, answering phones, retail sales of event tickets and merchandise

Communicate and coordinate with the VWC accounting team to provide invoices and ensure bills are paid on time

Fulfilling e-commerce and online ticket orders

Ensure the society is achieving its mission and vision on an annual basis, implementing the goals of the five-year strategic plan and adhering to the core values of the society