MARKETING & EVENTS ASSISTANT

  • Full-time

Company Description

Reporting to: Manager, Marketing & Communications
Term:
Summer Internship, 12-weeks from Monday, May 8 – Friday, July 27 (full-time)

The Fortius Athlete Development Association (FADA) is a not-for-profit with the mandate to fund, promote and
develop programs in sport science and related fields to enhance and improve health, wellness and fitness of athletes as well as the general public.  


Fortius Athlete Development Association operates within Fortius Sport & Health, an integrated athlete development situated within the Burnaby Lake Sports complex. FADA operations include the facility’s FIFA-standard turf pitch, NBA/FIBA/collegiate lined gymnasium, 50-room lodge and a chef-inspired Bistro. Our integrated team of sport medicine and science practitioners share their complementary expertise to deliver precise,customized treatment and training plans for athletes of all ages and abilities,under one roof.

 Learn more at www.fortiussport.com

OUR VISION:
A sport culture strengthened by athletes* achieving their full potential and realizing the life-long benefits of sport.

OUR MISSION:

Our mission is to optimize athlete* performance for life by integrating sport medicine, science and healthcare experts within an athlete development centre that is strengthened by philanthropy.

OUR MANTRA:
Game Changing. Life Changing.

Job Description

The Marketing and Events Assistant will supporting the planning and implementation of marketing and event initiatives for all FADA operations and a number of other Fortius-related programs and services.  

Qualifications

Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation and growth of FADA’s digital marketing strategy
  • Support the planning and implementation of our social media strategy
  • Assist with the collection and analysis of marketing analytics (social media,web analytics, etc.)
  • Support the planning, promotion and execution of tournaments, conferences, and other events hosted at Fortius
  • Attend and contribute to weekly business development team meetings
  • Other duties may be assigned as required.

REQUIREMENTS & BENEFITS

This position is contingent on funding from the Canada Summer Jobs Program, a component of the Youth Employment Strategy of the Government of Canada. To be eligible for this funding, the Marketing and Event Assistant must be:

  • between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
  • registered as a full-time student during the preceding academic year
  • intend to return to school on a full-time basis during the next academic year;
  • a student in a secondary, post-secondary, CEGEP (Quebec only), vocational or technical program;
  • a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under  the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*and;
  • legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.

 *Foreign students are not eligible.                                                                    

What can the Marketing and Event Assistant expect from Fortius?

  • A formal orientation and on-boarding including a facility tour, HR orientation, IT orientation and Health & Safety orientation
  • Ongoing training and support over the course of the work term
  • Valuable opportunities to network with professionals in a business environment
  • Hands-on experience working as a contributing member to the Business Development Team
  • A professional reference based on quality work performance
  • Base wage of $11.35 per hour
  • Use of Fortius Training Centre for length of the position

As a member of Fortius Sport & Health, team members must consistently demonstrate the
following:

  • Delivery of an exceptional client service experience
  • Commitment to and understanding of the principles of integration, collaboration and innovation
  • Continuous professional development
  • Embodiment of a philosophy of professionalism, excellence, health and wellness at all times
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Capacity to use time and resources effectively and efficiently
  • Dedicated orientation towards results
  • Ability to work in a diverse, fast-paced and dynamic environment

Additional Information

PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY

We appreciate your interest in Fortius Sport & Health and we will review your application as soon possible. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of our professional commitment to privacy, all candidate information will be kept in the strictest of confidence. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 19, 2018