$15 · Arts & Cultural Program Coordinator

Working with the management team assist in the coordination and creative development of our annual One Wave Gathering, and other educational programs; Activities include: * Assisting in the creative development and coordination of our annual One Wave Gathering, an international Indigenous arts festival * Assisting in the coordination and development of PPP advocacy and program initiatives, including initiatives focused specifically on climate action and gender equity * Supporting management in coordinating special events/projects * Assisting in the creative development and distribution of educational resources, including a periodical, newsletters, podcasts and film * Working as part of a team to facilitate educational, engaging and fun opportunities for target audiences to engage more deeply with organization, including lunches, socials, talks/panels, etc. * Developing and maintaining relationships with Indigenous partners, the Pacific Islander diaspora, international partners, environmental NGOs and cultural organizations * Providing support to the overall team as needed. Qualifications: Successful candidates will welcome the opportunity to practice cross-cultural skills while deepening knowledge of South Pacific and First Nations cultures. Experiential assets ideally include: * Coordinating educational cultural events and programs; * Assisting volunteers; * Working with youth, community and Indigenous and environmental partners; * Marketing assistance & support with communications and data; * Support with writing proposals, press releases and articles; * Responding to phone, email and other queries; * Knowledge of the contexts in which PPP works; * Able to work as both a team member and independently; * Experience working in an NGO environment. To apply please send a resume and cover letter confirming that you qualify for the Canada Summer Job Program and indicating your interest in one of the posted positions no later than June 24, 2020 via email to: Jaimie Sumner, Operations Coordinator