Event Support Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs 

Location: IslamicFamily Hub (10545 108 Street)

Report to: Community Relations Manager

Salary:  $17 ( 16 weeks)

Position Start Date:  May 18, 2026

Position End Date: Aug 30, 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. You’ll 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 5–8: 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 Edmonton's Food Bank's 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 Alberta’s Inspiration Award for its work combatting domestic violence (2020), the Canadian Mental Health Association’s 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.  We’ll 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 you're passionate about community programming and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t 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?