EVA GEORGE
Fredericton,Canada
Summary
With 20 years of experience leading community development projects both nationally and internationally, I have focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in grant writing and non-profit management, making a direct impact on the lives of deserving groups in the Capital Region of Fredericton. As a community connector, festival coordinator, and music industry champion, I am currently serving my second term as the Chair of the Music/Musique NB board. Additionally, I contributed to the board of directors for ECMA for five years and have previously served as a board member for Youth in Transition (Chrysalis House).
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Intermediate Clerk
City of Fredericton
11.2024 - Current
- Act as a frontline contact, ensuring effective communication and excellent customer service.
- Utilize community knowledge to address concerns and foster positive engagement.
- Track and coordinate service requests, maintaining organized documentation.
- Support digital communication efforts to enhance community interactions.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by following strict confidentiality protocols within the workplace.
- Reduced response time to customer inquiries with prompt and courteous communication via phone and email.
- Expedited issue resolution for customers with accurate research and effective problem-solving skills.
Administrative Officer
City of Fredericton
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed digital communications for tourism events, enhancing online engagement.
- Developed website content and social media posts to promote city attractions and events.
- Assisted in planning, coordinating, and marketing public events to maximize community participation.
- Maintained a calendar of events for the Fredericton Capital Region.
- Contributed to successful projects by providing essential administrative support and resource management.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
Program Coordinator
Harvest Music Festival
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Designed and led digital campaigns for festival promotions and community engagement.
- Managed online communication strategies, increasing brand awareness and audience engagement.
- Implemented “Project Soundcheck” training to foster inclusive and safer spaces event experiences.
- Developed and executed volunteer recruitment and engagement strategies, managing over 1,000 volunteers.
- Worked with the board, staff and community stakeholders to successfully develop and lead community programming elements of Harvest Music Festival which includes Kids Fest and Blues in Schools
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
Program Manager
Charlotte Street Arts Centre
07.2016 - 10.2022
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Acquired over $100K in funding by writing grants for programs which provided free access to arts programming for Indigenous, LGBTQTIA+ and Newcomer youth.
- Supported implementation of new programs such as Girls+ Rock Camp to elevate the profile of the organization and to meet the needs for gender-based programming in our community
- Reviewed and analyzed program processes and implemented improvements
- Effectively planned multi-day events from music festivals to Girls+ Rock Camp to International Women's Day events
- Navigated partnerships with community stakeholders by managing relationships through collaborative communication and continued support
Project Coordinator
Canada World Youth
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Program Management: Developed, implemented and evaluated experiential educational project-based programming with an emphasis on anti-oppression and gender equity for 18 youth in Peru and Alberta
- Education and Leadership: Maximized interactions among community members, including local youth and youth volunteers on the exchange to encourage mutual learning and engagement
- Carefully monitored and managed program budgets and resources
Project Coordinator
HeartWood Centre for Community Youth Development
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Designed and co-facilitated 'Taking the Lead' a program for inner city female identified youth.
- Secured additional funding to support program initiatives.
- Encouraged participants to develop leadership and self-esteem skills through group discussions and workshops.
- Assessed, monitored and reported on work progression
- Oversaw adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
Project Coordinator
Katimavik
10.2007 - 06.2012
- Established community partnerships to support Katimavik Volunteers and Katimavik projects in multiple communities.
- Coordinated the ongoing performance management and coaching of Project Leaders (who lead the Katimavik projects) and supported them in the effective delivery of quality community engagement projects and Volunteer development.
- Tracked youth development, budgets, and project progress to ensure the best outcomes and continuous improvement within the Katimavik National Experience.
Project Leader
Katimavik
09.2005 - 09.2007
- Supported the overall Katimavik experience for young adults, with the objective of providing each with meaningful development experience
- Supported and equipped the Katimavik Volunteers in sustaining a harmonious, inclusive, and respectful group living environment.
- Facilitated group learning through delivery of Katimavik's competency-based learning module and reconciliation tools and resources, and by leading group discussions, activities, and reflection exercises.
Education
Radio & Television Arts - Journalism
Nova Scotia Community College
Kentville, NS06.2002
Skills
- Group Facilitation
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Strategic Problem Analysis
- Comprehensive Community Awareness
- Active Listening
- Customer service
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Intermediate Clerk
City of Fredericton
11.2024 - Current
Administrative Officer
City of Fredericton
04.2024 - 10.2024
Program Coordinator
Harvest Music Festival
04.2023 - 04.2024
Program Manager
Charlotte Street Arts Centre
07.2016 - 10.2022
Project Coordinator
Canada World Youth
06.2014 - 12.2014
Project Coordinator
HeartWood Centre for Community Youth Development
01.2013 - 06.2014
Project Coordinator
Katimavik
10.2007 - 06.2012
Project Leader
Katimavik
09.2005 - 09.2007
Radio & Television Arts - Journalism
Nova Scotia Community College
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