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Current Employment Opportunities

Welcome to Harbourfront Centre's online resource for employment opportunities. Simply click on the title of each position listed below for further information. Specific application instructions can be found within each job posting.

Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Associate, Corporate Partnerships

Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned artistic, educational and recreational programming across a beautiful 10-acre campus at the heart of Toronto’s waterfront. For more than 45 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world, presenting thousands of events annually from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design, to visual arts and more. Welcoming visitors year-round, there is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre!

We are currently seeking a dynamic, results-oriented and savvy Associate, Corporate Partnerships to support Harbourfront Centre's efforts in securing and stewarding contributions and sponsorship partnerships that contribute to our revenue generation goals.

Position Title: Associate, Corporate Partnerships
Department: Development
Reporting to: Director, Development
Type of Employment: Full-time with benefits
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Job Location: Toronto

Summary of Function
The Associate, Corporate Partnerships supports the Director, Development, in securing and stewarding contributions to Harbourfront Centre (HC) and IFOA through the corporate giving portfolio (sponsorship and philanthropic). This entails identifying and researching corporate prospects, managing and documenting the cultivation and solicitation plan, creating tailored corporate sponsorship proposals and philanthropic applications, making presentations, and negotiating contracts and benefit packages. The Associate, Corporate Partnerships is responsible for supervising seasonal staff supporting the Development department, as well as volunteers on an as needed basis.

Duties & Responsibilities
Ambassadorship

The Associate, Corporate Partnerships will act as an ambassador for Harbourfront Centre. They will develop an in-depth knowledge of the Harbourfront Centre brand, its programs, events and audiences. Attend external receptions, conferences, seminars and other events at Harbourfront Centre and within the community as a representative of the company to keep informed about the objectives of Harbourfront Centre.

Revenue Generation

The Development Associate will carry a portfolio of corporate donors and will be expected to reach a personal fundraising target as set by the Director, Corporate Partnerships.
Responsible for responding to requests for brand activations (HC Partners and external inquiries) and overseeing set-up and execution of activations.
Supports donor cultivation and solicitation through preparation of: Prospect and donor profiles · Call briefing notes and call reports · Sponsorship and corporate major gift proposals · Grant applications (corporations) · Sponsorship, activation and corporate major gift agreements.
Develops relationships with agencies and secure meetings to present upcoming Harbourfront Centre programming alignments and opportunities for their clients.
Supports the other DOC with preparation of tailored proposals for presentation to the prospective sponsor.

Partner Servicing

Drives all partner servicing activities for corporate partners (sponsorship and philanthropic giving).
Ensures contract obligations are met (e.g. logo recognition & category exclusivity).
Maintains sponsor recognition across the Harbourfront Centre site and web.
Reviews, circulates, approves and tracks all print and digital marketing materials, and manages production deadlines.
Prepares timely and thorough written evaluations, final stewardship reports and financial reconciliations of partnership agreements.
Reports on the ROI for sponsors using the latest IEG method of sponsorship evaluation.
Manages solicitor contacts with prospects and tracks all funder activity.
Coordinates the on-site sponsor brand engagement logistics with internal and external stakeholders.
Manages internal Flickr account to track all sponsor-related activities.
Supports department events.

Key Performance Indicators

Meets or exceeds revenue targets on an annual basis
Effectively delivers all contractual obligations to corporate sponsors and/or donors.
Enhances Harbourfront Centre’s reputation with the corporate community through on-going outreach and relationship development efforts.
Develops new revenue opportunities and/or programs to attract corporate support.

Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria

Post-secondary education in Communications, Marketing or similar.
3-5 years equivalent experience.
Proven experience in corporate fundraising or marketing.
Superior interpersonal skills and relationship building skills.
Diplomacy skills to respond to difficult situations and requests.
Excellent writing and verbal skills to deal with representatives of corporate partners.
Proven research and negotiation skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to organize multiple activities within time deadlines.
Excellent computer skills including experience using relational databases, Excel and PowerPoint.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Non-Canadian applicants must have a valid employment Visa and proper documentation authorizing their ability to work in Canada.
Currently remote work-from-home is in place as per the guidelines of Toronto Public Health in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Whent it is deemed safe and feasible to return to the office, the incumbent is expected and must be able to work at our lakeside campus in downtown Toronto.

Desirable Criteria

Experience using Tessitura.
Knowledge of current business and marketing trends, practices as well as sponsorship marketing practices and corporate philanthropy.
French language skills are an asset.
Agency experience, focus on experiential marketing and brand engagement.

How To Apply
Acceptable applications must include a cover letter indicating salary expectations and a current resume.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by contacting jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com by no later than June 13, 2021. Please quote Associate, Corporate Partnerships in the subject line of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will take place via video conference.

Harbourfront Centre values and is committed to diversity and inclusiveness in our teams, creative communities, programmes and services. We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accomodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.

Festival Assistant (TIFA)

The Toronto International Festival of Authors(TIFA) at Harbourfront Centre is Canada’s longest-running literary festival, a charitable, non-for-profit cultural organization. Since 1974, the 11-day Festival has presented the finest of Canadian and international writers, artists and thinkers across the range of literary genres, offering audiences access and empowerment to meet, hear and learn from the finest contemporary writers and thinkers of our time. Alongside the flagship Festival, TIFA partners with and delivers a range of literary highlights throughout the year with a programme of events, activities and mini-festivals including Toronto Lit Up, Forest of Reading® Festival and Book Summit. TIFA will celebrate the 42nd edition of the Festival October 21 – October 31, 2021.

We are currently seeking a highly organized and resourceful Festival Assistant to join us on a contract basis to provide general assistance during the preparation and launch of TIFA's 42nd Festival edition.This position is generously supported by Canada Summer Jobs and applicants must meet specific criteria as delineated in the requirements section.

Position Title: Festival Assistant
Department: Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA)
Reporting to: Programming Coordinator and Event Coordinator
Type of Employment: 3-month contract, August 3 - November 5, 2021
Hours of Work: Part-time, 15-20 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $15 per hour

Role Summary
The Festival Assistant will provide general assistance to TIFA during the preparation and launch of the 42nd Festival edition. The Assistant’s focus will be supporting programming and event planning initiatives. The overall objective is to support the development of TIFA’s event programme and strengthen TIFA’s relationship with members of the publishing community.

Duties & Responsibilities

Liaising with publishing houses, publicists, and event speakers.
Managing, tracking, and sorting participant submissions and information, and updating data to reflect finalized details.
Preparing documentation and reports based on data.
Disseminating information to other departments, with the supervision of the Programming Coordinator.
Assembling participant information packages.
Compiling extensive research of forthcoming books, local, national, and international literary trends, potential speakers (authors and event hosts, moderators, interviewers) for future year-round events.
Taking meeting minutes.
Assisting with live TIFA event logistics (evenings and weekends will be required).

Canada Summer Jobs Requirements
This position is generously supported by Canada Summer Jobs, which requires the candidate to:

Be no more than 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Completed courses, certifications or internship experience in the areas of arts administration, event planning, media, communications, or publishing are considered an asset.
Superb written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of English grammar and persuasive storytelling technique.
Ability to balance multiple high priority projects simultaneously.
Superior organization skills for detailed, timely and accurate project coordination.
Proficiency in Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.
Thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.
Self-motivated, independent worker, takes initiative.
Able to synthesize and communicate complex ideas.
Experience working or volunteering in a not-for-profit environment is highly desirable.
Creative and resourceful thinking skills are highly desirable.
Demonstrated interest in arts and literature is highly desirable.
TIFA’s office is located at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto ON), however, staff are currently working remotely, per the guidelines of Toronto Public Health. Until it is deemed safe to reopen the office, the Festival Assistant will join the remote work force and must have access to a working computer with video conference ability.

How to Apply
Acceptable applications must include a cover letter outlining the qualifications and experience you would bring to the position, and a current resume.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by contacting info@festivalofauthors.ca by no later than June 25, 2021. Please quote Festival Assistant (TIFA) in the subject line of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest and application, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

TIFA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusiveness in our teams, creative communities, programmes and services. We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.Suitable accommodations will be availableupon request during the hiring process.

Festival Assistant, Events (TIFA)

The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) at Harbourfront Centre is Canada’s largest and longest-running celebration of words and ideas. It is a charitable, cultural organization mandated to inspire and empower audiences and visitors with a breadth of bold, ambitious, accessible and engaging literary experiences. Our mission is to reflect our city to its residents, its literature to the nation and its creative ambition to the world, through the celebration of authors, books and stories. We do this by: creating literary festivals, programmes and events that bring together people of all ages (virtually or in person) to be inspired and empowered; generating diverse and exciting conversations across communities in the city, the nationand internationally, to foster new thinking about what it means to be living in today’s world; championing the best of Canadian and international publishing to audiences and industry. To learn more about us please visit festivalofauthors.ca.

We are currently seeking a very organized and detailed-oriented Festival Assistant, Events to assist in event logistics and in our communication with publishers and authors.

Position Title: Festival Assistant, Events
Reporting to: Event Coordinator
Key Relationships: All Festival staff, select Harbourfront Centre staff and service providers.
Type of Employment: Contract, 4.5 months with a tentative start date of June 28,2021
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $15 per hour

Role Summary:
The Festival Assistant, Events will receive a unique introduction to the world of event coordination in the not-for-profit sector. Reporting to the Event Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in event logistics, publisher and author communications. As a small not-for-profit organization that produces world-class literary events and festivals, the Festival Assistant must possess a strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a team environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist the Event Coordinator with:

Liaising with authors, publishers, and the publishing industry regarding events.
Updating author hotel reservations, information packages, travel arrangements, and other related duties.
Updating databases to reflect all finalized event and participant information.
Working with outside partners and Harbourfront Centre Departments and attending planning meetings as required.
Taking meeting minutes.
Other duties of similar nature as required.

Skills & Requirements:

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, or equivalent.
Ability to show tact and diplomacy when dealing with outside organizations, contacts, volunteers, and audiences.
Good writing and communication skills.
Ability to balance multiple high priority projects simultaneously.
Knowledge of the arts and culture sector and/ or events industry is desirable.
Knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Zoom is desirable.
Knowledge of database systems and previous travel booking and hospitality experience is an asset.
This position is not physically-labor intensive, but occasional lifting of materials and event furniture can be expected when working events.
TIFA’s office is located at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto ON), however, staff are currently working remotely, per the guidelines of Toronto Public Health. Until it is deemed safe to reopen the office, the Festival Assistant, Events will join the remote work force and must have access to a working computer with video conference ability.

How To Apply:
Acceptable applications must include a cover letter outlining the qualifications and experience you would bring to the position, and a current resume.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by contacting events@festivalofauthors.ca by no later thanJune 20, 2021. Please quote Festival Assistant, Events (TIFA) in the subject line of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest and application, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The Toronto International Festival of Authors is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusiveness in all its work. We work proactively to be fair and equitable in practice and to build diversity into our teams, creative communities, programmes and services. We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accomodations will be made available upon request during the hiring process.

Marketing & Communications Assistant (TIFA)

The Toronto International Festival of Authors(TIFA) at Harbourfront Centre is Canada’s longest-running literary festival, a charitable, non-for-profit cultural organization. Since 1974, the 11-day Festival has presented the finest of Canadian and international writers, artists and thinkers across the range of literary genres, offering audiences access and empowerment to meet, hear and learn from the finest contemporary writers and thinkers of our time. Alongside the flagship Festival, TIFA partners with and delivers a range of literary highlights throughout the year with a programme of events, activities and mini-festivals including Toronto Lit Up, Forest of Reading® Festival and Book Summit. TIFA will celebrate the 42nd edition of the Festival October 21 – October 31, 2021.

We are currently seeking a highly organized and detailed-oriented Marketing & Communications Assistant to join us on a contract basis to provide general assistance to the TIFA marketing and communications team during the launchand delivery of the 42nd Festival edition. This position is generously supported by Canada Summer Jobs and applicants must meet specific criteria as delineated in the requirements section.

Position Title: Marketing & Communications Assistant
Department: Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA)
Reporting to: Head of Marketing
Type of Employment: 3-month contract, August 3 - November 5, 2021
Hours of Work: Part-time, 15-20 hours per week, Mondays to Fridays
Rate of Pay: $15 per hour

Role Summary
To provide general assistance to the TIFA marketing and communications team during the launch and delivery of the 42nd Festival edition. The Assistant’s focus will be supporting all marketing strategies and tactics (digital and traditional) designed to increase TIFA’s audience and strengthen its relationship with members and the publishing community.

Duties & Responsibilities

Support online content production to generate user views and clicks, including podcasts, social media, SEO, blogs and the TIFA website.
Accurately and thoroughly update constituent lists and distribution lists.
Provide professional support to TIFA service providers and coordinate deliverables on spec and on time.
Perform website updates and flawlessly upload new content.
Assist in the coordination and evaluation of email marketing tactics.
Help identify new digital audiences and new opportunities for value-adds.
Implement proper ROI tracking for each initiative to capture and analyze campaign metrics and assess methodologies for future improvement.
Gather and archive promotional assets.
Leverage cross-functional teams and contribute creatively to team brainstorm sessions.
Assist with live event logistics.
Support other marketing initiatives as required.

Canada Summer Jobs Requirements
This position is generously supported by Canada Summer Jobs, which requires the candidate to:

Be no more than 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent rresident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Completed courses, certifications or internship experience in the areas of marketing, advertising, journalism, media, communications, arts administration or publishing.
Superb written al communication skills, with a strong command of English grammar and persuasive storytelling technique.
General understanding of marketing and communications strategies and campaign techniques.
Superior organization skills for detailed, timely and accurate project coordination.
Demonstrated interest in arts and literature.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.
Self-motivated, independent worker, takes initiative.
Able to synthesize and communicate complex ideas.
Working knowledge of digital marketing platforms for business, including Content management systems and Front-end website development (Wordpress), HTML is highly desirable.
Experience working or volunteering in a not-for-profit environment is highly desirable.
Creative and resourceful thinking skills are highly desirable.
The successful candidate will join TIFA’s remote work force, per the guidelines of Toronto Public Health, and therefore must have access to a working computer with video conference ability.

How to Apply
Acceptable applications must include a cover letter outlining the qualifications and experience you would bring to the position, and a current resume.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by contacting info@festivalofauthors.ca by no later than June 25, 2021. Please quote Marketing & Communications Assistant (TIFA) in the subject line of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest and application, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

TIFA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusiveness in our teams, creative communities, programmes and services. We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.Suitable accommodations will be availableupon request during the hiring process.

Security Guard

Provide exceptional customer service and sustain effective relationships with clients and patrons of the Harbourfront Centre.
Conduct proactive patrols to ensure safety and address policy breaches,and escalate any concerns to the Security Supervisor.
Attend and investigate security alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
Access control and CCTV monitoring for the entire facility.
De-escalate crisis situations, provide support and liaise with emergency personnel including Police, Fire and Paramedic resources.
Investigate all disturbances on the property including - but not limited to - trespass, theft, fire/ intruder alarms, missing persons, and determine the necessary response.
Write clear and detailed reports including incident, emergency, liability and day-to-day reports.
Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers.
Provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s).
Utilize two way radios and computer applications to communicate site activities.
Handle Lost & Found items and inquires.
Answer inquiries from the public politely and professionally.
Complete their personal employee memo book, recording incidents and security activities while on shift. As directed, maintain log of security activities for insurance/ legal purposes when required.
Employ use of force techniques and strategies in accordance with training and company policy as required during shift.
Perform other administrative and building support duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Post-Secondary education in a Law Enforcement/Security program from a recognized college is considered an asset.
Prior experience in a Security Guard capacity is considered an asset.
Ability to remain calm and effectively perform in emergency situations.
Capacity to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and a high customer service aptitude.
Ability to handle confidential information with a high amount of discretion.
Ability to work in a fast-pace and flexible environment while maintaining the utmost professionalism.
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
Capable of handling moderate physical activity,standing and walking for long periods of time including in outdoor weather conditions.
Knowledge of the Trespass to Property Act and Arrest Procedures.
Proficiency in English (verbal and written) with good communication skills. Proficiency in French is considered an asset.
Familiarity with the Occupation Health & Safety Act is considered an asset.

Prerequisites:

Ontario Driver’s License with clean abstract.
Valid Ontario Security License.
Valid Emergency and/ or Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
Valid certification of provincial standards for Use of Force (in handcuff and baton) is desired.

Working Conditions:

May contain some hazardous and potentially dangerous situations related to apprehending suspects and/or securing Harbourfront Centre.
Job involves working outside in varying weather conditions and some working in isolated areas.
Job involves working in full uniform including carrying batons and handcuffs at all times.
Job involves working a variety of shifts, must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, day shifts, and statutory holidays.

How to Apply:
Acceptable applications must include a current resume and a cover letter. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by contacting jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com by no later than June 16, 2021. Please quote
Security Guard in the subject line of your application.

Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request
during the hiring process.

Security Supervisor (Night-Shift)

Abide by the Occupational Health & Safety Act and all applicable regulations.
Lead the response to and investigate all disturbances on the property including - but not limited to - trespass, theft, fire / intruder alarms, missing persons, and determine the necessary response including escalation to the Director, Safety & Security.
De-escalate crisis situations, provide support, and liaise with emergency services including Police, Fire, and Paramedics as well as community outreach programs.
As a last resort, employ use of force techniques and strategies in accordance with training and company policy.
Provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s).
Provide exceptional customer service and maintain professional and respectful relationships with staff, clients, and patrons of the Harbourfront Centre.
Enforce the safety and security policies and procedures of the facility and report any contravention to these policies.
Supervise the guard staff including providing adequate direction for task completion and maintaining communication with team members.
Coach, mentor, and train all staff to ensure they have adequate knowledge of equipment, processes, policies, and procedures and provide feedback and performance management as required.
Explain team goals and objectives to guards and assist the team in completion of goals and initiatives.
Promote a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and violence.
Maintain personal employee memo book, recording any and all incidents. Write clear, professional and detailed reports including incident, emergency, liability and day-to-day reports.
Make sure all reports and briefs are completed properly and copies are delivered to the appropriate manager(s).
Access control and CCTV monitoring for the entire facility.
Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers.
Utilize two-way radios and computer applications to communicate site activities.
Complete security related assignments and meet deadlines from Director, Safety & Security.
Attend bi-weekly Supervisor meetings.
Performs other administrative and building support duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Use of problem solving and analytical skills in day-to-day duties.
Remain calm and professional in emergency situations.
Able to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
Able to handle confidential information with a high amount of discretion.
Ability to work in a fast-pace and flexible environment while maintaining the utmost professionalism.
Able to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
Moderate physical activity, such as standing and walking for long periods of time.
Knowledge of the Trespass to Property Act and Arrest Procedures.
Proficient in English (verbal and written) communication skills.
Familiarity with the Occupational Health & Safety Act is considered an asset.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Familiarity with surveillance equipment, access control, and fire alarm systems.
Attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with Emergency Management is considered an asset.

Prerequisites:

Class "G" Ontario Driver’s License with clean abstract.
Valid Ontario Security License.
Valid Emergency and / or Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
Valid certification of provincial standards for Use of Force (in handcuff and baton) desired.
A minimum of three (3) years of progressive security-related work experience or equivalent, including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role, with demonstrated strength in customer service.
Post-Secondary education in a Law Enforcement/Security or other applicable program is considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

May contain some hazardous and potentially dangerous situations related to apprehending suspects and/or securing Harbourfront Centre.
Job involves working outside in varying weather conditions and some working in isolated areas.
Job involves working in full uniform including carrying batons and handcuffs at all times.
Job involves working a variety of shifts, must be available to work days, evenings, nights, weekends shifts, and statutory holidays.

How to Apply:
Acceptable applications must include a current resume and a cover letter. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by contacting jobs@harboufrontcentre.com by June 21, 2021 at the latest. Please quote Security Supervisor in the subject line of your application.

Harbourfront Centre is committed to diversity and inclusiveness and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.

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