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February 10, 2025

Summer Student Opportunity: Doors Open Winnipeg Coordinator

In anticipation of receiving funding approval through Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations, Heritage Winnipeg is currently accepting applications for a Doors Open Winnipeg Coordinator position. We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic university or college student who is passionate about advocating for and celebrating Winnipeg’s built heritage to join our team. Applicants must meet the criteria set out by Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations to be considered.

DOORS OPEN WINNIPEG COORDINATOR POSITION
This is a full-time position; Monday to Friday; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm or 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (37.5 hours per week); and requires working from our office located in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. The anticipated start date of the position is May 5th, 2025 with a duration of 16 weeks. The rate of pay is $16.50 per hour. Some flexibility in the hours is possible as the position requires being available for the Doors Open Winnipeg weekend (May 24th and 25th, 2025) and potentially some evening events. The position will include but is not limited to assisting with the planning, coordination and marketing of Doors Open Winnipeg; and the creation and management of Doors Open Winnipeg online content. The ideal candidate is a university or college student enrolled in a relevant program who possesses the following skills, traits and interests:
· enthusiastic about history and built heritage
· familiar with Heritage Winnipeg and Doors Open Winnipeg
· capable of navigating both Mac and Windows operating systems
· competent in using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva and social media platforms
· superior communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
· able to meet tight deadlines
· works well both independently and as a team
· detail-oriented
· tenacious problem solver
· creative and critical thinker
· willingness to learn new skills
· strong research and writing skills
· talent for art and design

HOW TO APPLY
If this position describes your background, skills and natural talents, please submit your resume, cover letter and relevant samples of your work to Cindy Tugwell at cindy@heritagewinnipeg.com. Be sure to specify which position you are applying for. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, at 5:00 pm. Only candidates of interest will be contacted for an in-person interview.

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