Contract Overview
- Posting Type: Employment
- Contract Type: Part-Time (58 Weeks, 12 Hours/Week)
- Location Type: Fully Remote (Eastern Time Zone)
- Pay Type: Salaried, Paid Bi-Weekly (Starting at Approx $30.00/Hour, CA$18,720.00 Per Annum)
- Application Deadline: October 4, 2023
- Start Date: November 13, 2023
- End Date: December 20, 2024
Position Summary
InterAccess seeks an Administrative & Events Associate to support the Terra Firma (TF) project, which fosters technologically mediated relationships between arts organizations and Black, Indigenous, and Disability Justice (BIDJ)-centered communities. The role involves project coordination, emphasizing accessibility and community capacity-building within these communities.
Responsibilities
Administrative and Logistical Support
- Facilitate administrative and logistical aspects of project deliverables, including consultation phases, training series, online conferences, resource packages, research reports, and community roundtable series.
- Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, virtual platform setup, participant communication, and accessibility accommodations.
- Create and distribute accessible materials for events and project resources, adhering to accessibility standards.
- Align administrative processes with equity and accessibility goals, seeking opportunities for improvement.
- Manage communication with stakeholders, participants, and community members.
- Collect, document, and archive project-related materials.
Quality Assurance
- Review event materials to ensure accessibility and quality standards are met.
- Participate in team meetings and collaborate on project improvement initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
- Passion for equity, diversity, and inclusion, with an understanding of accessibility considerations in event planning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in virtual event platforms, administrative tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and prioritize inclusivity.
- Previous experience in event coordination, administrative support, or accessibility-focused roles is advantageous.
Assets (Optional)
- Interest and/or experience in disability justice.
- Professional and/or lived experience with anti-oppression frameworks.
Working Conditions
- Fully remote position, working according to Eastern Time when necessary.
- Reliable internet access and necessary hardware/software for remote work.
- Time off in lieu for excess hours worked.
Benefits
- Fully subsidized studio membership throughout the contract.
- Free access to all InterAccess events and workshops.
- Paid internal training and subsidy for external training/certification, where applicable.
How To Apply
Send your resumé (or CV) and cover letter (as a single PDF) by October 4, 2023, at 11:59 PM ET to careers@interaccess.org. Include your full name and ‘ADMINISTRATIVE & EVENTS ASSOCIATE’ in the email subject line and PDF file name. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Accessibility Statement
InterAccess accommodates applicants with disabilities per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants seeking accommodation may reach out to development@interaccess.org.
Equity Statement
InterAccess actively welcomes applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized individuals, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, all genders, and persons with disabilities, fostering an equitable and inclusive environment.
