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Position: Communications and Administration Assistant<br />
Type: 30-35 hr/wk starting at $12.25 ($14.00 if Employment Insurance eligible)<br />
Term: 6 month contract with possibilities to extend depending on funding<br />
Organization: The Deanery Project <br />
Location: Lower Ship Harbour, Eastern Shore, Nova Scotia<br />
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Applications accepted til November 19, 2018<br />
Approximate start date: as soon as possible<br />
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The Deanery Project is an innovative environmental and arts learning centre located on the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. <br />
We provide education and tools to strengthen communities and the environment through hands-on programs in permaculture, the arts, natural building, restorative forest management, food sovereignty and healthy living choices.<br />
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Please send inquires and/or resume and cover letter to:<br />
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Kim Thompson <br />
Tel. 902-845-1888<br />
Email: shipharbour.thompson@gmail.com<br />
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Tasks and Responsibilities:<br />
• Support Deanery staff, (executive director & programmers) as needed through office management (registrations, outreach, web and FB postings, filing of reports & research, etc)<br />
• Produce bi-monthly newsletter<br />
• Coordinate & promote facility use for renters, staff and visitors<br />
• Help host visitors to the space<br />
• Maintain data management system<br />
• Work with Volunteer Committee to develop volunteer base<br />
• Document programs & events through photos and text<br />
• Write occasional articles for local paper and produce a bi-monthly newsletter<br />
• Maintain an eye to overall workplace safety <br />
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Additionally<br />
• Attend weekly staff meetings, and take minutes<br />
• Participate in and assist with other on site projects as needed<br />
• Maintain common staff and living spaces in good order<br />
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Qualifications<br />
• Passion for the environment<br />
• Minimum one year experience in event planning, communications & outreach<br />
• Computer literate especially with Word, Excel and Google Drive and social media platforms<br />
• Strong writing and communication skills<br />
• Reliable self-starter who is comfortable working in a team environment <br />
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Assets<br />
• Live on the Eastern Shore<br />
• Have access to a vehicle<br />
• Creative writing and research experience<br />
• Experience with Macintosh & PC platforms, Nation Builder<br />
• Experience with gardens & food preparation<br />
• Experience in working with youth<br />
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