Event Support Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs

Location: IslamicFamily Hub (Street)

Report to: Community Relations Manager

Salary: $17

Position Start Date: June 1 2026

Position End Date: July 31 2026

About the Role

As the Event Support Assistant you will play a key role in helping IslamicFamily design and deliver impactful community events programs and workshops throughout the summer. Youll assist with everything from setup and logistics to promotion and guest support. This position supports event experiences that are welcoming inclusive and rooted in community connection. The ideal candidate is proactive detail-oriented and enjoys working hands-on in fast-paced settings.

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) Program.

Duties & Responsibilities

Daily Tasks

• Prepare and organize materials for event setups signage and hospitality stations
• Support on-site event execution by welcoming guests and guiding them through the event
• Assist with event photography and collecting feedback from attendees
• Help maintain clean accessible and welcoming event spaces before and after programs
  

Weekly Tasks

• Attend team meetings and support the planning of upcoming events
• Assist with event promotion and outreach through social media flyers or online RSVP forms
• Coordinate with volunteer teams and program leads to align on event logistics
• Track attendance and logistical needs using checklists spreadsheets or Notion
• Support with transportation coordination and accessibility planning
  

Monthly Tasks

• Assist with organizing larger-scale community events including picnics workshops and faith-based programs
• Capture and organize event documentation (photos stories supplies used)
• Support event evaluations and contribute feedback to improve future programming
• Prepare updates for the Community Engagement team and contribute to storytelling content

Required Qualifications

1. Demonstrated interest or experience in event planning logistics community programs or customer service
2. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to create welcoming experiences for diverse communities
3. Ongoing or completed post-secondary education in event management communications arts social sciences or related field preferred
4. Highly organized and detail-oriented with time management and multitasking skills
5. Familiarity with Google Workspace and digital tools such as Notion Canva or spreadsheets
6. A friendly helpful demeanor with the ability to stay calm and resourceful during events
7. Those hired under CSJ must be between 15-30 years of age and either a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred (foreign students are ineligible) and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

9 Week Project Milestones

1. Week 1: Orientation review of organizational systems upcoming event calendar and hospitality standards
2. Week 2: Assist with event planning and preparation for June programming; organize materials and confirm logistics
3. Week 3: Support on-site execution of events; draft outreach materials and help capture photos/stories
4. Week 4: Support the Community Picnic and other events; assist with setup guest support and clean-up
5. Weeks 58: Coordinate ongoing event logistics assist with guest communications and volunteer integration
6. Week 9: Submit final report with event highlights attendance stats and future recommendations

About Islamic Family:

IslamicFamily supports the mother fleeing abuse without asking her to compromise her identity or safety. We support the man seeking counselling that honours his values. We support youth in search of creative platforms that amplify their voice. We support families starting over amidst hardship. We are IslamicFamily created to serve. For over 30 years we have been driven to disrupt systemic inequity reflect a rich tradition with beauty innovate and serve with excellence.

Rooted on Treaty 6 IslamicFamily serves people from all walks of life. We run one of Edmontons Food Banks largest depots provide urgent financial relief support survivors of gender-based violence empower refugees and offer youth programming.

IslamicFamily is an Imagine Canada & Great Places to Work accredited charity and a proud recipient of the Government of Albertas Inspiration Award for its work combatting domestic violence (2020) the Canadian Mental Health Associations Professional Service Award (2020) the Justice Innovation Award (2022) and the YEG Startup Community Award (2022).

How to apply

Confidence (or the lack thereof) can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. Well let you in on a secret there is no such thing as a perfect candidate. This role is about growth creativity and making a difference in newcomer communities. If youre passionate about community programming and eager to learn we encourage you to apply even if you dont check every single box. Curiosity and initiative matter just as much as experience.

Submit the below through our Collage job postings portal!

To be considered for this role please submit:
> Your resume
> A cover letter or a 5m video that answers one of the following:

• Tell us about a time you helped organize or support an event.
• What would you do to help make a community event more welcoming accessible or engaging