Position Overview The Territorial Agrifood Association is seeking an energetic, community-minded individual to bring the NWT Agrifood and You Discovery Centre to life. As the public face of the centre, you will engage with locals and tourists alike, sharing the unique and inspiring stories of northern food production, culture, and resilience. This multifaceted role combines public education, event coordination, digital storytelling, and hands-on tourism leadership to celebrate and advance agriculture in the Northwest Territories.

Being a foodie is an asset!

Key Responsibilities (will be trained)

Visitor Engagement & Storytelling

- Welcome visitors and lead engaging, informative tours of the discovery centre.
- Share compelling stories about northern soil, crop varieties, hydroponics, and the rich history of NWT agriculture (this is part of the training).
- Answer questions and foster community pride regarding local food systems
- Event Coordination & Execution
- Plan, set up, and run energetic discovery centre events, workshops, and educational programs.
- Assist with community-led initiatives, markets, and regional agrifood gatherings.
- Manage logistical setups, tear-downs, and coordination with local food vendors.
- Digital Media & Communications
- Manage the Centre’s social media platforms by creating engaging, original content (photos, videos, and updates).
- Maintain and update the discovery centre’s website with fresh content, event schedules, and local project spotlights.
- Promote centre activities to drive public attendance and digital engagement.
- Agrifood Tourism & Activities
- Design, set up, and lead unique agrifood tourism experiences and seasonal excursions.
- Collaborate with local agrifood businesses, operators, and commercial makers to build compelling visitor itineraries.

Qualifications & Assets





- Experience: experience in tourism, hospitality, public relations, event planning, or community engagement.
- Communication: exceptional verbal and written storytelling skills, with a natural ability to connect with diverse audiences.
- Digital Savvy: Confident using social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook) for content creation and managing basic website updates.
- Passion: A strong interest in food, agriculture, local food security, northern culture, and community-led economic initiatives.
- Logistics: Highly organized, proactive, and physically capable of handling event setups and active tour leadership.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with the NWT agrifood landscape, geography, and communities is highly valued

Responsibilities

- Coordinate event schedules, guest arrangements, and on-site details, using strong organizational skills and time management to keep activities running smoothly.
- Welcome guests, respond to questions, and resolve service concerns with clear, professional communication.
- Support event promotion and marketing, identify appropriate upselling opportunities, and assist with negotiations and budget tracking.
- Work with colleagues and service partners to coordinate hospitality needs and deliver a consistent visitor experience..

Qualifications Required: Clear communication, customer service, guest services, organizational skills, time management, and practical budgeting capabilities support effective coordination and attentive hospitality. Preferred: Marketing, upselling, and negotiation skills are advantageous, as are restaurant or hotel experience and familiarity with event or guest-service environments.

We ae looking for personality and a can do attitude - we are happy to train the right candidate

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Visitor Experience & Events Coordinator (Yellowknife)
🏢 Territorial Agrifood Association
📍 Yellowknife