Number of Positions 1
Department Community Services
Division Recreation and Culture Services
Shift Monday to Friday, must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and statutory holidays as needed.
Rate of Pay$26.97 - $26.97 Hourly
Job Type Permanent Part Time
Posting Type Internal and External
Posting Date 05/06/2024
Application Deadline 05/19/2024
Position Summary
Reporting through the Cultural Services Section of the Recreation and Culture Division, this position will assist the Partnerships and Sales Associate in securing revenue in areas including sponsorships, naming rights, advertising, theatre tickets sales, donor campaigns, and membership programs for the Recreation and Culture Division.
The area of specialization will be identified at the time of hiring based on qualifications, past experience and skill set.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Researching and identifying corporate prospects and clients according to the Recreation & Culture Division’s partnership and advertising priorities.
- Actively soliciting prospects as assigned; designs sales presentations used in promoting revenue generating opportunities inherent within the division.
- Assists in tracking and updating agreements/contracts.
- Assists with data entry and preparation of regular reporting on progress related to achieving targets.
- Collaborates with internal marketing and promotions staff to ensure recognition according to the terms of agreements.
- Assists in identifying internal and external stakeholders to support or partner on potential campaigns.
- Assists in tracking the delivery of all marketing benefits agreed to for sponsorship and advertising agreements that have been executed.
- Ensures appropriate recognition of partners through events, publications and web pages; including creative thinking in terms of customization for partners.
- Helps in preparing internal and external debrief reports with respect to partnerships and sales initiatives.
- Liaises with community organizations and local businesses to promote partnerships and sales opportunities.
- Attends various events/tradeshows/meetings with the purpose of marketing sponsorship and sales opportunities.
- Adheres to corporate, department, division policies and procedures.
Education and Experience
- Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration or related discipline
- Two (2) years of experience in business development, sales, sponsorship and/or fundraising in a corporate environment.
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Demonstrated ability to set and achieve sales targets.
- Sales experience within a corporate environment.
- Exceptional prospecting and networking skills with a focus on excellent customer service and client acquisition.
- Team player with strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Client-oriented including an understanding of public relations best practices.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other job-related software.
- Excellent spoken and written English skills; ability to speak a second language is an asset.
- Possession of a valid unrestricted Ontario Class G driver’s license and access to a vehicle are essential (mileage compensated).
- Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends and statutory holidays as required.
Leadership Competencies
- Demonstrates personal leadership
- Builds people and culture
- Cultivates open communication
- Shapes the future
- Navigates and leads through complexity and change
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
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