Events Manager

• Is a faithful and contributing member of a local church.
• Pray for and with the YFC Canada Team.
• Spend time in spiritual reflection and development.
• Take a bi-annual spiritual retreat at Honeymoon Bay Retreat Centre or other retreat centre.
• Completion of the YFC Canada Credentialing process within 2 years of the start date.
• Participate in approved training and development courses conferences and workshops.

• National Ministry Conference (biennial event for all YFC Youth Unlimited staff across the country).
• National Leadership Conference (annual conference for Executive Directors and chapter leadership).
• Nationwide Connect (biennial virtual event).
• Supporting the host chapters for the Annual Regional Gatherings (Eastern Western and Central).
• National Staff Gathering (annually).
• Work with the Leadership Team to execute yearly Partner Fundraising events.
• Research and execute an annual fundraising event that allows for National team participation.
• Partnership and appreciation events for our financial supporters.

• Communication and marketing of the events.
• Managing registration.
• Keeping the Events Lead Team on task.
• Ensuring the purpose of each event is carried through.
• Collaborating with chapters on regional events.
• Helping curate content.
• Creating communications schedules brochures and other printed materials for events. Work alongside the YFC Marketing Department when needed.
• Booking and communicating with venues.
• Managing the event budget.
• This role is responsible for the creation planning and implementation of partner events and fundraisers both in person and online.
• Work directly with venues vendors sponsors and our event committees to ensure smooth and professional execution.
• When needed work with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit train schedule and supervise volunteers for events.
• Ensure we capture event highlights and visuals to support post-event reporting and storytelling.

• Personal partnership development which includes securing and maintaining a sound base of financial & prayer partners to a level sufficient to fund the salary and immediate costs of this position.
• Gathering financial and prayer support from the Christian community.
• Build a base of prayer partners and keep them updated through regular communications and prayer requests. Encourage prayer partners to pray for youth in Canada and globally.

• Attend National Staff meetings (both virtual and in person).
• Meet regularly with supervisor and department team as applicable.
• Participate in staff chats and employee engagement surveys.
• Attend and execute YFC Regional and National conferences.

• Have experience in event planning coordination and management.
• Have a keen eye for detail and can anticipate needs and respond quickly.
• Possess strong collaborative people management and time management skills.
• Have excellent organizational and administrative abilities.
• Be a self-starter and have a strong work ethic.
• Be highly flexible with work hours and travel needs.
• Have exceptional negotiation skills.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to participate in expanding the ministry of Youth for Christ.
• Have a vibrant mission-minded faith.
• Demonstrate a strong theological / biblical understanding.

Required Experience:

Manager