Location:
Nanaimo & Duncan, BC
The Events Coordinator will lead the planning and coordination of events that support Habitat MVI’s mission, fundraising efforts, and community engagement. This role plays a key part in increasing awareness of who we are, what we do, and how the community can support affordable housing...
Key Responsibilities
• Develop a full calendar of events for the affiliate and ReStores
• Plan and support fundraising events, donation drives, and community engagement initiatives
• Coordinate appreciation days, key ceremonies, and milestone celebrations
• Ensure events reflect and promote Habitat MVI’s mission, impact, and programs
• Manage event logistics including venues, materials, volunteers, and timelines
• Collaborate with the Marketing Coordinator to promote events and campaigns
• Support donor, sponsor, and community partner engagement through events
• Assist with event-day setup, coordination, and wrap-up
• Collect feedback and evaluate event success, including participation and fundraising outcomes
Learning Outcomes
• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit event planning and fundraising
• Develop skills in community engagement and donor relations
• Build project management, organization, and coordination skills
• Learn how events support awareness, fundraising, and mission delivery
• Strengthen communication and teamwork abilities
Supervision & Support
The student will report to the Executive Director and receive structured onboarding, weekly supervision meetings, and ongoing mentorship. Training will include event planning processes, safety procedures, and community engagement practices.
Qualifications
• Interest in event planning, nonprofit work, fundraising, or community engagement
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Creative problem-solving and attention to detail
Eligibility (Canada Summer Jobs)
Applicants must:
• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number and be legally entitled to work in Canada
Deadline for submission: May 10th, 2026.
Please fill out the form and include your resume/cover letter or send your resumes to sbramley@habitatmvi.org to apply for this position. We will review all applications and reach out as soon as possible.
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