[Bcma-l] Job Postings - Italian Cultural Centre - Vancouver

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www.italianculturalcentre.ca <http://www.italianculturalcentre.ca#>

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Date: 	Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:08:57 -0800
From: 	Reception Desk <info@italianculturalcentre.ca>



Please find below 2 job postings: 'ICC Marketing & Sales Agent', & 'ICC 
Fund Development Coordinator'.

kind regards,

Lia

Reception at the Italian Cultural Centre 604-430-3337.

*ICC Marketing & Sales Agent:*

*_Qualifications and experience for job: _*

    * Post secondary education, or a combination of education and
      work-related experience.
    * One to two years of progressive work-related experience in
      marketing, advertising, and/or hotel industry experience.
    * Demonstrated project management experience in organizing, planning
      and executing marketing projects from conception through
      implementation and evaluation. Ability to develop and present
      data-driven recommendations successfully, to promote services and
      products persuasively, and to shape the opinions of others.
    * Demonstrated knowledge of marketing principles and concepts, as
      well as creative problem solving ability and demonstrated creative
      thinking skills as evidenced by prior campaigns.
    * Must be highly creative and possess strong knowledge of financial
      statements to stay on budget and deliver results at the same time.
    * Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication and
      editorial skills in English required.
    * Communication skills also in terms of the ability to negotiate,
      convince, sell and influence industry professionals and/or private
      clients.
    * Hospitality marketing experience highly desired.
    * Requires thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures of
      catering, food and beverage, menu development and pricing and
      event planning.
    * Requires knowledge of ICC policies and procedures and the ability
      to determine course of action based on these guidelines.

*_Function and purpose of job: _*

    * To effectively solicit new business, generating sales by
      networking, attending industry functions, trade shows and making
      sales calls to prospective clients.
    * To plan, coordinate, and execute marketing activities for the
      Italian Cultural Centre.

*_Principal duties and responsibilities: _*

    * Will play a crucial role in developing and implementing action
      plans to ensure achievement of pre-established revenue goals;
    * Will be responsible for the development and creation of marketing
      collateral;
    * Will be responsible for the placement of media scheduled
      initiatives and all print, radio/TV, electronic marketing
      initiatives as agreed and budgeted;
    * Will be responsible for creation and development of online
      marketing/advertising initiatives, which may include but is not
      limited to: creating email lists and promotion schedules, banners,
      images, web channels, branding, search engine marketing and
      optimization and building online partnerships and sponsorships.
    * Solicit and book new and repeat business through efforts (outside
      sales calls, telemarketing, mailings, networking, etc.) while
      maximizing banquet space to meet/exceed revenue goals and guidelines.
    * Develop and execute marketing strategy to capture the maximum
      amount of revenue to meet and ideally exceed sales goals.
    * Plan, detail and possibly up sell the meeting/function with the
      client including: space requirements, times, equipment, menus,
      themes/decorations, etc. Complete the contracts, prepare the
      appropriate paperwork, including banquet event orders, coordinate
      the appropriate areas in the venue, resolve any issues, complaints
      and problems to ensure a quality product delivery and customer
      satisfaction. (Training in these areas and others and on-going
      consultation and collaboration will be provided by the Catering
      Manager)
    * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ICC policy and products including
      their strengths and weaknesses to continually improve sales
      strategies and achieve goals.
    * Conduct professional and positive communication to both guests and
      fellow employees.
    * Must have a proven track record of results-oriented sales and
      marketing experience.
    * Attend functions that have resulted from sales efforts made by the
      marketing and sales agent.
    * Carry out post-event follow-up.

*_Other:_*

    * Knowledge of Italian language an asset.
    * Local candidates preferred.
    * Local travel required. Ownership of vehicle and ability to drive
      required for sales calls.

_*Salary Range:*_

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

**

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*ICC Fund Development Coordinator:*

*Function and purpose of job:*

The Fund Development Coordinator coordinates and oversees the 
implementation of the Italian Cultural Centre fundraising plan. The ICCS 
fundraising plan is annually developed by the Fund Development 
Coordinator with the support of the Fundraising Committee and approved 
by the Board of Directors. ICCS fundraising vehicles include cash gifts, 
online donations, Tribute/In honour donations, corporate donations, 
Foundation grants, Bequests and other planned giving, , sponsorship, 
special events, building fund donations, , and in-kind resources. The 
position also involves support and administration of the Italian 
Cultural Centre Legacy Foundation and the ICCS Circle of Governors.

* *

*Employment Terms:*

The Fund Development Coordinator will be employed on a personal service 
contract basis on a part time basis for 24 hours a week. The personal 
service contract shall enter into effect and will be valid upon 
signature of both parties. The Development Coordinator will have a 
probation period of three months.

* *

*Salary Level: $25,000 pa *

* *

*Qualifications and Experience for job:*

/*Education*/

· Post secondary education

· A certificate in Fundraising Management is an asset

/*Professional designation*/

/*Knowledge, skills and abilities*/

· Fluent in English, proficiency in Italian an asset

· Knowledge of fundraising management

· Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation affecting charities 
and non-profit organizations

· Knowledge of the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy's Ethical 
Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code 
<http://www.ccp.ca/page.asp?ethical_fundraising>

Proficiency in the use of computer for:

· Fund raising software

· Word processing

· Databases

· Spreadsheets

· E-mail

· Internet

/* */

/*Personal characteristics*/

The Fund Development Coordinator should demonstrate competence in the 
following:

· /Creativity/Innovation:/ Develop new and unique ways to improve the 
development goals of the ICCS and to create new opportunities

· /Behave Ethically:/ Understand ethical behaviour and business 
practices and ensure own behaviour is consistent with these standards 
and aligns with the values of the ICCS.

· /Build Relationships:/ Establish and maintain positive working 
relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve 
the goals of the ICCS.

· /Communicate Effectively:/ Speak, and write in a clear, thorough and 
timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and 
techniques.

· /Focus on Donor Needs:/ Anticipate, understand, and respond to the 
needs of donors to meet or exceed their expectations within ICCS 
parameters.

· /Foster Teamwork:/ Work cooperatively and effectively with others to 
set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance ICCS 
effectiveness.

· /Lead:/ Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the 
best interest of the ICCS.

· /Organize:/ Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress 
towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.

· /Solve Problems:/ Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather 
and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make 
recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

*Experience*

· 2 to 3 years of fundraising experience

*Working Conditions*

The Fund Development Coordinator maintains a work space at the ICCS. The 
work of the coordinator will include evening and weekend work during 
major campaigns and special events.

* *

*Principal duties and responsibilities:*

The Fund Development Coordinator performs some or all of the following 
duties:

/*Plan fundraising activities*/

· Collaborates with the ICCS Fundraising Committee, Board of Directors 
and Business Manager to create a fundraising plan which increases 
revenues to support the strategic direction of the organization

· Monitor and evaluate all development activities to ensure that the 
fundraising goals are being achieved

· Monitor trends in the community or region and adapt fundraising 
strategies as necessary

/*Organize fund raising activities*/

· Develop and manage timelines for various development activities to 
ensure strategic plans and critical fund raising processes are carried 
out in a timely manner

· Develop procedures in accordance with Board policies for fundraising 
which reflect ethical fundraising practices.

· Prepare and submit grant applications as outlined in the fundraising 
plan to generate funds for the ICCS

· Collaborate in the planning and execution of special fundraising 
events to generate funds for the ICCS.

· Identify and develop corporate, community and individual prospects for 
the Italian Cultural Centre’s fundraising priorities

· Administration of a donor mailing list and database which respects the 
privacy and confidentiality of donor information

· Coordinate in-kind donations and the issuing of receipts with 
appropriate documentation.

/*Coordination activities*/

· Work with the Cultural Director to engage volunteers for fundraising 
projects using established volunteer management practices

/*Manage fundraising budget*/

· Develop and gain approval for an annual income and expenditure budget 
for the fundraising plan.

· Prepare regular reports on progress, budgets, receipts and 
expenditures related to fundraising and the management of fundraising 
activities

· Monitor expenses and analyze budget reports on fundraising and 
recommend changes as necessary

/*Promote the Italian Cultural Centre*/

· Foster an understanding of philanthropy and giving within the ICCS.

· Develop a comprehensive communication plan to promote the organization 
to its donors and maximize public awareness of the fundraising 
activities of the ICCS.

· Coordinate the design, printing and distribution of marketing and 
communication materials for fundraising efforts

· Build relationships with stakeholders and partners to advance the 
mission and fundraising goals of the organization