About Lakeshore Arts

Lakeshore Arts is a not-for-profit community arts organization that is dedicated to engaging the local community of South Etobicoke through a variety of art forms as a way of enriching people’s lives and strengthening communities. We believe community arts contribute to the holistic health of a community, and offer unique and innovative opportunities to engage in positive social change by connecting people to the arts. LSA values equity, diversity, inclusion, transparency and respect.

Job Description

The Programs Assistant will contribute to the development and coordination of our summer and fall programs, including Future Frequencies youth program, Write By The Water, Q Summit, and other partnership programs. The Programs Assistant will report to, and receive mentorship from the Program Manager during weekly meetings, where goal setting, sharing educational or professional development resources, and other support will be provided. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include: 

• Drafting work plans;  

• Assisting with program set-up, clean-up, and participant needs;

• Documenting programs with photos and videos;

• Assisting with program evaluation, drafting feedback surveys, and completing final program reports;

• Providing creative input into the design and structure of programs;

• Attending weekly all-staff meeting;

• Working in collaboration with other team members;

• Other administrative tasks under the guidance of the Program Manager.

Qualifications

• Be 15 to 30 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada.

• Some education or professional experience in a related discipline (Arts Administration, Museum/Arts Programming, or Education).

• Familiarity with, or a passion for, arts and culture. 

• A strong understanding of equity, diversity, accessibility, inclusion, and anti-oppression frameworks, and a willingness to learn more.

• A collaborative and self-starter attitude.

• A willingness to adapt to changing circumstances. 

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong communications skills, including speaking, reading, and writing.

• Literacy with computer programs and G Suite.

• Ability to work from home (access to a stable internet connection). A laptop with necessary programs and software will be provided for applicants within the Greater Toronto Area.   

• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Why Join Us

We are a team of passionate community arts professionals, driven by our mission to develop transformative and socially engaged community arts programming. As a team we value creative thinking, collaboration and believe in supporting one another. We are committed to the health and well-being of our staff, volunteers and program participants. We also value learning and encourage ongoing professional development, network building and mentorship opportunities.

Additional Info

We know an effective organization and workplace culture is developed through mutual respect and believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are crucial to our shared success. LSA is an equal opportunity employer and we approach hiring practices through an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, equity lens and pledge to: include a salary range or rate of pay in job postings when possible, provide transparency in hiring timeline and dates, offer an opportunity for feedback for candidates who attend interviews, make any accommodations possible during the recruitment and hiring process and continually make improvements to break down barriers to employment.

Please note, our office is on a second story walk-up that isn’t wheelchair accessible or may be difficult to navigate for those with mobility limitations. Although this position will be hybrid (in-person and remote work online) there will be dates where it is mandatory to work in-person, if government health & safety directives and recommendations allow for this.

LSA is located in Etobicoke/Adobigok (Place of the Alders in the Ojibwe language). This territory was subject of the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant and we are grateful to have the opportunity to live and work in this territory alongside many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island.

For more information about Lakeshore Arts, please visit our website: www.lakeshorearts.ca