Description:
The Event Support Agent position is primarily a field-based role, with some office tasks.

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The events mainly involve running farmers’ markets and a one-time event for distributing plants to residents of the Plateau.

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In the field:

• Assist with setting up and dismantling the markets, under the supervision of the manager.

• Help install and dismantle vendors’ booths as well as the Maison de l’amitié booth.

• Replace vendors during the markets when needed.

• Provide information to customers.

• Ensure site safety.

• Participate in counting the number of visitors.

• Assist with workshops and other activities held alongside the markets and other events.

• Perform any other tasks related to the smooth operation of the markets.

In the office (under the supervision of the Associate Coordinator of Community Events):

• Carry out various clerical tasks to support event logistics.

• Follow up with partners (contracts, payments, etc.).

• Assist with communications.

Job Requirements:

• Be flexible with scheduling and available to work weekends.

• Have strong interpersonal skills, be customer service-oriented, and enjoy teamwork.

• Be able to work outdoors at all times (except in exceptional circumstances).

• Be in good physical condition.

• Be proactive and reliable (punctuality).

• Knowledge of common software (an asset).

• Driver’s license (an asset).

Prerequisites (as part of the Canada Summer Jobs program):

• Be between 18 and 30 years old.

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Conditions:

• Duration: 8 weeks.

• 35 hours per week.

• Weekday and weekend schedule.

• $18/hour.

• Activities take place in Montreal, in the Plateau-Mont-Royal and Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie.

Contract dates (ideally):

• From May 11, 2026, to July 5, 2026.

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Interested candidates must send their resume and cover letter by May 6 to Loraine Passaglio at the following email address:
associee.evenements@maisondelamitie.ca