Duration: 20 Hours/week, 7 months contract
Rate of pay: $14/hour
Start Date: January 6, 2014
End Date: June 27, 2014
The Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) is seeking an enthusiastic and organized individual to fill the role of Development & Communications Assistant. Reporting to the Capital Campaign & Development Manager, the Development & Communications Assistant will aid in the promotion, organization and delivery of the OAG’s fundraising activities. This position will be involved with various aspects of Arts non-profit operations and communications, and prospect research. This is a 26 week contract position with the possibility of extension.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Development
- Grant research and writing
- Prospect research
- Case for support writing
- Support for fundraising activities
Communications
- Update the Gallery’s online media (website, Facebook & Twitter)
- Assist in the updating of Communication documents, reports, grants, etc.
- Writing, editing, proofing and formatting Gallery documents when necessary
- Developing and sending invitations to specific activities & following up
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Research and writing in a fundraising setting
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to take initiative and direction
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including the ability to learn new software quickly
Considered an Asset…
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
- Post-Secondary education in Communications or related field
- Experience in an Administrative role
- Bilingualism
Deadline for application: Monday December 9th, 2013 at 4pm
Please apply with cover letter and resume to:
admincoordinator@ottawaartgallery.ca
The Ottawa Art Gallery, 2 Daly Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6E2
The Ottawa Art Gallery is an equal opportunity employer, and thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
