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Job Description:
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The Friends of Algonquin Park (FOAP), a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to enhancing Algonquin Park’s educational and interpretive programs, is seeking a reliable, enthusiastic individual to provide program administration services.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assist with day to day operations of The Friends of Algonquin Park, carrying out directives of the General Manager
• Obtain and administer personnel grants
• Facilitate application for raffle licenses, acquisition of raffle prize donations, creation of raffle poster and tickets
• Record and transcribe minutes for Board Meetings
• Coordinate content for the annual newsletter
• Prepare event media ads
• Assist with the operation of the Bookstore and Nature Shop, especially during the summer season. Duties include providing information to Park visitors, processing Bookstore and Nature Shop sales and balancing sales remits
• Assist with the registration of Group Education Programs and Experience Algonquin Workshops
• Administer third-party print and web advertising requests
• Aid in the compilation and presentation of annual report data
Qualifications:
• Strong hands on working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented, motivated self-starter
• Able to prioritize tasks and work independently
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple ongoing projects
• Excellent writing skills
• Previous retail operations experience
• Experience in facilitating groups and workshops
• Professional customer service skills
• Possession of a valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
Assets:
• Post-secondary education in business administration or equivalent work experience
• Previous not-for-profit, charitable and/or public sector experience
• Initiative and the ability to work effectively, both as part of a team, and independently
• Knowledge of Algonquin Provincial Park and The Friends of Algonquin Park
• Experience with non-profit charitable organization policies and procedures
Location:
• This position will be based out of the Algonquin Visitor Centre located 43 kilometres from the Park’s West Gate in Algonquin Provincial Park.
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How to apply:
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Submissions including a cover letter, resume and references must be received by email, fax, or mail by April 23, 2018:
General Manager
The Friends of Algonquin Park
Box 248
Whitney, ON K0J 2M0
Fax: 613.637.2138
Email: resume@algonquinpark.on.ca
While we appreciate all submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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