Careers

Events & Marketing Coordinator

The Durham Region Home Builders’ Association (DRHBA) is currently seeking a creative, organized individual that is able to work independently to plan and execute events, manage our social media and marketing and perform administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will have the creativity needed to plan fun events for our members, and the organization needed to ensure these events run smoothly.  You will need to be outgoing and personable, and able to communicate effectively in person, over the phone and via email.

Reporting to the Executive Officer, the Events & Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for:

• Planning and executing events (small and large scale)
• Working with committees to plan and create budgets for events
• Event and corporate sponsorship sales
• Managing all social media accounts with regular postings and campaigns
• Providing customer service to members and potential members
• Administrative duties
• Some evening and weekend work will be required

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in event planning (or equivalent education, such as special event management)
• One year of experience managing social media
• Ability to work unsupervised and independently
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint
• Must have a reliable vehicle
• Working knowledge of design software, i.e. Canva

What We Offer

• Full-time employment
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Limited benefits
• Salary - $40,000 - $50,000 – depending on qualifications and experience

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to info@drhba.com with “Events & Marketing Coordinator” in the subject line.  In the cover letter, please skip the blah, blah, blah and simply highlight why you would be a great fit for this role.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.  No phone calls please.