Hosting Staff - Canada Pavilion - Expo 2020

BLR World

Dubai, UAE

Ref: SP807-05

Job description / Role

Employment: Contract

Barker Langham Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of the Canada Pavilion for positions at Expo 2020. We are looking for a diverse and inclusive representation of Canada’s “Future Minds” here in the UAE for the position of Hosting Staff, assisting in the day-to-day operation of the public presentation.

Role & Responsibilities

• Welcoming all visitors to the Canada Pavilion
• Controlling the flow of traffic consistent with pre-determined pulsing for the different areas of the Pavilion and in accordance with the operational plan
• Answering questions about Canada, the contents of the Pavilion, Canada’s cultural program and special events
• Executing emergency procedures and carrying out other duties when required
• Report any abnormalities to the Hosting Staff Coordinator or Duty Manager on site
• Administer first aid if required.

Salary:
AED 9750 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

Requirements

Experience & Requirements

Education

• Completion of three years post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience in areas such as communications, public relations, tourism and hotel management.

Language Requirements

• Hosting staff must be fluent in English and or French. Arabic language skills are also highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of additional languages is an asset.

Experience

• Demonstrated experience in having worked in a field similar to expositions
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with public as well as crowd control management

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of Canadian history, geography, culture and political environment
• General knowledge of the UAE and its culture and Canadian-UAE relations
• Good knowledge and appreciation of protocol matters

Abilities

• Ability to interpret (Pavilion content information) and transmit information to Canada Pavilion visitors
• Ability to work well in team setting
• Ability to work in a foreign country
• Ability to manage large groups of people and control crowds
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Ability to deal with difficult situations
• Ability to administer First Aid is an asset

Salary & Benefits

• Fixed term contract
• Salary 9,750 AED per month
• Transportation
• Health insurance
• Full training
• Participation in Barker Langham’s “Creative Futures” programme.

Conditions Of Work

• Must be available for work from September 26, 2021, to March 31, 2022
• Must be a Canadian citizen
• Must adhere to a shift schedule established for the Pavilion
• Must wear a pressed and clean uniform (provided by Canada Pavilion) when on duty
• There will be no vacation leave granted during this period.

About the Company

We are an award-winning consultancy for the culture, entertainment and events sectors, enabling organizations to plan, staff and run amazing experiences with the best people.

We connect our worldwide clients with the right people to bring their permanent and temporary exhibitions, events and activations to life and we empower culture, entertainment and events professionals at every level with the right training, support and community to shine at the world’s leading visitor experiences.

Together with our clients, our teams give guests an unforgettable time at the world’s most exciting events, experiences and activations.

Our core services are Consultancy, Recruitment, Training & Operations.

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