Job Posting: Special Events Planner
If you are interested in organizing community events, between the ages of 17-30, who loves trees and the environment; and would like to work as a member of a dynamic team with planning for our Tree Stewardship programs and the 7th Annual Long Branch Tree Fest we would like to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing
You will be assisting the LBNA (Long Branch Neighbourhood Association), the Long Branch Tree Stewardship Lead and the Tree Fest Committee to plan, promote and organize the 7th Annual Long Branch Tree Fest and a series of Tree Stewardship community events throughout the summer. This will involve implementing a promotional plan; writing and distributing press releases; social media communications; engaging local small businesses, musicians and artists; distributing posters and flyers to local small businesses and within the community; promotion at local events; communications and organization with local exhibitors and vendors; coordination of educational events relating to urban trees and the environment; coordination and promotion of children’s activities and other activities as required to ensure a successful Tree Fest.
You will work with subject matter experts knowledgeable about trees, the environment and urban forestry.
You will also assist in planning for a series of local Community Stewardship Tree Interpretation walks and bike rides and for the roll out of our Citizen Pruning Initiative for Young Trees.
This position is funded through a Canada Summer Jobs Federal Student grant program to the community. The LBNA encourages students in event planning, public relations or related communications programs or who can demonstrate strong project management skills to apply, including applicants who are women, indigenous students; members of a visible minority and new immigrants/refugees. If you are graduating high school or a current university or college student, we encourage you to apply.
Interviews will be taking place shortly. Position start date is June 30, 2025.
Who Should Apply
If you are passionate about community events, environmental stewardship and conserving and expanding urban forests, please email your resume and cover letter with why you are interested in this position as soon as possible to Judy Gibson, Chair, Tree Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Committee, Long Branch Neighbourhood Association via email: longbranchnato@gmail.com
About the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association
The Long Branch Neighbourhood Association (LBNA) was incorporated in April 2018, is led by an elected Board of Volunteers and has established several strong partnerships. Leadership consists of a Chair, a Vice Chair, and 8 Board Members. From 2018 – 2022 the LBNA has employed and provided work experiences for dozens of summer students.
The Mission of the LBNA is to Protect, Celebrate and Enhance the neighbourhood of the Village of Long Branch; Protect the physical character of Long Branch; Celebrate the neighbourhood and its heritage through events and community gatherings and; Enhance the public realm and the quality of life of the neighbourhood and broader community.
See our websites for more information: www.lbna.ca and www.longbranchtreefestival.ca
The LBNA is required and committed to ensuring a safe, workplace experience for all employees.
Apply Now
Interviews will be taking place shortly. Position start date will be June 30 2025.
If you are passionate about conserving and expanding urban forests, please email your resume and cover letter with why you are interested in one of these positions as soon as possible to Judy Gibson, Chair, Tree Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Committee, Long Branch Neighbourhood Association via email: longbranchnato@gmail.com
About the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association
The Long Branch Neighbourhood Association (LBNA) was incorporated in April 2018, is led by an elected Board of Volunteers and has established several strong partnerships. Leadership consists of a Chair, a Vice Chair, and 8 Board Members. From 2018 – 2024 the LBNA has employed and provided work experiences for dozens of summer students.
There are Subcommittees (derived through membership surveys), including the Tree Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Committee.
The Mission of the LBNA is to Protect, Celebrate and Enhance the neighbourhood of the Village of Long Branch; Protect the physical character of Long Branch; Celebrate the neighbourhood and its heritage through events and community gatherings and; Enhance the public realm and the quality of life of the neighbourhood and broader community.
See our websites for more information: www.lbna.ca and www.longbranchtreefestival.ca
The LBNA is required and committed to ensuring a safe, workplace experience for all employees.
