International Development/Global Studies Exhibition Facilitators Required
BRIDGESTHATUNITE is a bilingual, traveling exhibition that invites visitors to explore Canada’s role in the world through the lens of a remarkable but little-known partnership with the Aga Khan Development Network in some of the world’s most impoverished regions.
Through the creative interplay of audio, video, text panels and interactive components, BRIDGESTHATUNITE engages visitors in a journey that challenges them to confront typical assumptions about what international development is and what it can achieve. Accompanying the exhibition is a robust programming component: panel discussions, lectures, guided tours, cultural events and activities for youth. The goal of the exhibition is to inspire a dynamic, constructive and forward-thinking vision for Canada’s role in the 21st Century.
Currently, the BRIDGESTHATUNITE team is recruiting bilingual exhibition facilitators who will lead groups and interact with students and visitors in the exhibition. This paid position is ideal for those who have an understanding of international development through their educational, professional or volunteer experience. Daytime, evening as well as weekend shifts will be available. Training will be provided.
Specific facilitator roles include:
• leading guided tours and/or being stationed within a thematic area of the exhibition
• conducting audience research surveys
• assist in the greeting of a broad range of visitors from VIP guests to school groups
• responding to visitor questions, directing them to additional resources
The next stops of this national touring exhibition are:
Ottawa, ON
January 28-February 28, 2010
Canada Science and Technology Museum
www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca
Montréal, QC
March 7-26, 2010
Concordia University
Preferred qualifications:
• Post-secondary studies in International Development Studies, Global Studies, International Relations, Education, Journalism, or relevant degree program (graduate or currently in progress)
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Work or volunteer experience in the developing world an asset
To apply, please send cover letter and resumé highlighting your core competencies, skills and experience as related to the position no later than January 3rd, 2009 to info@bridgesthatunite.ca.
While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
