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<p class="gmail-mb-3">BCMA is searching for a driven and socially-conscious individual to join our team as<strong> Special Projects and Communications Coordinator</strong>.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Special Projects and
Communications Coordinator will support key projects including
sustainability and climate action initiatives, as well as lead BCMA
communications and support the development of new standards for
equitable and accessible communications.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">We are looking for a candidate that brings a passion for
BC’s cultural sector, enjoys making new connections, and has experience
with technology and new media.</p>
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<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>Our Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion</strong></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">The BC Museums Association (BCMA) office is located on
the traditional, unceded lands of the Lekwungen peoples (Songhees and
Xwsepsum Nations). We respect past, present, and future Indigenous
stewards and recognize that we are uninvited guests on this territory.
As a reflection of the provincial scope of our membership and
organization, we recognize that our affiliates occupy the ceded,
unceded, and sovereign territories of Nations across what is referred to
as British Columbia.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">We are committed to supporting justice, equity,
diversity, and inclusion within the museum and cultural sector and in
our own organizational practices. If you are interested in working with
us, but see something in this posting that excludes you, please reach
out to us. We are committed to decolonizing our practices and creating
an inclusive working environment that accommodates all backgrounds and
abilities.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">If you have questions about this role and potential accommodations, please reach out to BCMA’s Executive Director, Ryan Hunt, <a href="mailto:bcma@museum.bc.ca">bcma@museum.bc.ca</a>.</p>
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<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>About the role</strong></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">The candidate will work remotely as part of a small,
passionate team and a large provincial network of members, stakeholders,
partners, and volunteers. We offer a creative, inclusive, and flexible
work environment and the chance to make a difference in a community
dedicated to supporting BC’s museums, art galleries, Indigenous cultural
centres, historic sites, and heritage institutions.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">The Special Projects and Communications Coordinator’s
primary responsibilities will include: project management, coordinating
BCMA communications, creating digital outreach materials and strategies,
supporting the development of best practices and promoting the
organization’s mission and values to external stakeholders.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">The right candidate will have the opportunity to gain
skills in project planning and budgeting, grant writing and reporting,
digital communications, and will be involved in helping the BCMA create
new standards and systems for engaging with stakeholders. Key projects
include our Climate Action and Leadership initiative and supporting our
partnership with the BC Heritage Emergency Response Network.</p>
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<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>Relevant Skills, Experiences, and Interests</strong></p>
<ul><li>Highly developed organizational, time management, and teamwork skills</li><li>Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Strong digital literacy skills</li><li>Flexibility and a willingness to engage with a variety of people and ideas</li><li>Software Skills: Microsoft Office, G-Suite, Zoom, Slack, Adobe Creative Cloud</li><li>Grant writing experience would be an asset</li><li>Passion for arts, culture, heritage, diversity, and community</li></ul>
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<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>Additional Criteria</strong></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">Due to the funding for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3"><span id="gmail-hs_cos_wrapper_module_161664862578413026_" class="gmail-hs_cos_wrapper gmail-hs_cos_wrapper_widget gmail-hs_cos_wrapper_type_rich_text">Be a post-secondary graduate</span></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">Be 30 years of age or under at the start of employment</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to
whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and
Refugee Protection Act.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">Be legally entitled to work in Canada</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">(<em>This position may be funded by the “Digital Skills for Youth Program”)<br><br></em>
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<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>Work environment and compensation</strong></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">Work Week: Monday – Friday (Up to 35 hours per week). Part-time work and/or flexible scheduling may be possible.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">$25 hr, plus statutory benefits.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">This position begins on July 5, 2022 and continues until March 31, 2023.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">The BCMA team is working remotely for the foreseeable future. We welcome applications from any location in British Columbia.<br><br></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>How to apply</strong></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">Please send your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:bcma@museum.bc.ca">bcma@museum.bc.ca</a>.</p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3"><strong>Applications are due by 9:00 pm PT on Tuesday, May 31, 2022.</strong></p>
<p class="gmail-mb-3">If you have any questions about the application process, please email <a href="mailto:bcma@museum.bc.ca">bcma@museum.bc.ca</a>.</p>
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