Posted 13 days ago
Senior Event Coordinator, Special Projects
@ Squamish Nation
West Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Squamish Nation is hiring a Senior Event Coordinator, Special Projects, a permanent full-time role on the North Shore. The role leads event planning and execution, sponsorship, fundraising including the annual gala, budgets, and stakeholder relations for NTTC. The posting states a salary of $57,990 to $81,186, extended medical and dental, pension matching, and a professional development budget.
Responsibilities:
- Lead planning and execution of events, workshops and special projects
- Coordinate annual fundraising gala and sponsorship engagement
- Manage event budgets, vendors and logistics
- Build relationships with sponsors, funders and community partners
- Prepare communications, records and event invoices
Requirements summary:
- Certificate in hospitality, business, marketing, PR or event management
- 3-4 years of full-cycle event management experience
- Fundraising and sponsorship experience
- Strong Microsoft Office and desktop publishing skills
- Knowledge of Squamish Nation history and culture (asset: First Nations experience)
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Customer service |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | evening |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Squamish Nation
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The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw: a unity of the Squamish Peoples with an uplifting culture, rich history, and exciting future.
Full company description
The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (also known as the Squamish Nation) is a unity of the Squamish Peoples with an uplifting culture, rich history, and exciting future. The Nation is an innovative Indigenous government that uses its resources to provide, guide, and protect the Squamish territory and Squamish People. The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Stélmexw (Squamish People) continue to reside in the area now described as the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. The largest proportion of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Members live in several urban reserve communities in the present-day cities of Vancouver, North and West Vancouver and the municipality of Squamish, B.C. Over 47 per cent of the more than 4,050 Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Members live on-reserve, and membership is determined by guidelines set out in the Squamish Nation Membership Code. The Nation has never ceded or surrendered title to its lands, rights to its resources or the power to make decisions within its territory.
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- People associated on LinkedIn
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- Reported office locations
- 320 Seymour Boulevard, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7J 2J3, CA
- Business categories
- Communities
- Government
- Public Relations
- Other recorded names
- Squamish Nation
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The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (also known as the Squamish Nation) is a unity of the Squamish Peoples with an uplifting culture, rich history, and exciting future. The Nation is an innovative Indigenous government that uses its resources to provide, guide, and protect the Squamish territory and Squamish People. The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Stélmexw (Squamish People) continue to reside in the area now described as the Lower…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Relations Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | North Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1923 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION ON THE NORTH SHORE - NORTH/WEST VANCOUVER
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
Be Part of Something Meaningful
Are you passionate about bringing people together through impactful events, community engagement, and strategic partnerships? Squamish Nation is seeking a Senior Event Coordinator, Special Projects to join the Sts'its'áp'new̓as Employment & Future Skills Department within Nexwnínlhewá7nem Ch'áwch’aw People Services.
In this dynamic role, you will lead the planning and execution of a wide range of events, workshops, presentations, and special projects that support community education, training, employment, and engagement initiatives. Reporting to the Manager, Special Projects at Nexw7áỷstwaỷ Training & Trades Centre (NTTC), you will serve as the key coordinator for event operations, stakeholder engagement, sponsorship development, and fundraising initiatives. This role is ideal for an experienced event professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building meaningful relationships, and is committed to creating inclusive, culturally grounded experiences.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of events, workshops, presentations, and special projects for NTTC.
Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, vendor management, permits, staffing, scheduling, and operational planning.
Coordinate and deliver NTTC's annual fundraising gala, including sponsorship engagement, budget management, vendor coordination, and event execution.
Plan inclusive and accessible events that reflect Squamish Nation cultural protocols and community values.
Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, funders, community partners, and stakeholders.
Collaborate with internal departments, community partners, and volunteers to ensure successful event delivery.
Develop and manage event budgets, monitor expenditures, and track funding requirements.
Maintain event records, attendance statistics, and reporting information to support continuous improvement and funder requirements.
Coordinate project administration, communications, community presentations, and outreach activities.
Prepare correspondence, notices, promotional materials, and event-related communications.
Process event-related invoices, cheque requests, and financial documentation.
Liaise with Squamish Nation members, government representatives, community partners, and professionals.
Support additional administrative and operational functions within NTTC Special Projects as required.
What We’re Looking For
Certificate in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, or a related field from a recognized post-secondary institution.
3-4 years of experience managing full-cycle events, including vendor coordination, sponsor relations, communications, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.
Experience coordinating fundraising initiatives, donor relations, sponsorships, and special events such as galas, workshops, or community gatherings.
Experience providing administrative, research, writing, editing, and document production support.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as desktop publishing software.
Experience working with large-scale database systems.
Experience working in a First Nations environment is considered an asset.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly, tactfully, and diplomatically.
High level of professionalism, emotional intelligence, integrity, and confidentiality.
Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
Knowledge and understanding of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, lands, and People.
Why Work With Us
- Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
- Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
- Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh(guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
Salary: $57,990 - $81,186
Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.
Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose
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