Groundswell Network Society — Invermere, BC

Project-based, paid per event

About Groundswell

We're a community-rooted non-profit growing food, skills, and connection in the Columbia Valley. From our greenhouse to our permaculture gardens and seasonal gatherings, everything we do is about helping people reconnect — with the land, with food, and with each other.

The Role

We're looking for someone who loves bringing people together and creating meaningful, well-run community experiences. As our Event Coordinator, you'll take the lead (and support where needed) in planning and delivering Groundswell's seasonal events — from early ideas through to the day-of experience. This is a adaptable, contract role with compensation provided per event, based on scope and complexity. Timing will shift with the seasons and event calendar.

What You'll Do

- Support planning and coordination of Groundswell's annual events (Plant Sale, Solstice gatherings, Harvest Fest, etc.)
- Help shape event flow, logistics, and timelines so everything runs smoothly
- Coordinate vendors, volunteers, facilitators,



and community partners
- Create events that feel inclusive, welcoming, and well-organized
- Be present on event days to support delivery and troubleshoot as needed
- Collaborate with Communications to ensure events are well promoted
- Support setup, flow of activities, and takedown
- Gather feedback to improve future events

You Might Be a Great Fit If You
- Have experience in event planning or coordination
- Are organized and calm under pressure
- Can balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail
- Communicate clearly and work well with diverse groups
- Care about sustainability, food, and community connection

Bonus points if you've worked in non-profits or similar spaces before.

Compensation

This is a contract, project-based role. Compensation is provided per event as a flat fee, based on scope, complexity, and available budget. Work is seasonal and aligned with Groundswell's programming.

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