Leadership Team
Convention Coordinators (1 AZA + 1 BBG) – The Convention Coordinators will work directly with the staff to oversee the Steering Committee throughout the entire planning process. They will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of programming and ensuring that all planning deadlines are met by the committee. The coordinators are also responsible for opening and closing ceremonies, the convention giveaway and all convention logistics in partnership with the Regional Staff. The position of Convention Coordinator involves a significant time commitment - Be prepared to dedicate countless hours to phone calls, emails and program development outside of Steering Meetings. Applicants must have a strong understanding of how Lake Ontario Region runs our conventions.
Convention Administrator (1 Aleph or BBG) - The Convention Administrator will work directly with staff and co-ordinators to manage delegate swag and convention shuk, while also assisting with logistics, supplies and deadlines for the entire Steering Committee to ensure a streamlined and organized steering process. Applicants should be organized, task oriented, and able to effectively self-manage their time.
Program Captain (1 Aleph or BBG) - This captain will be in charge of overseeing all programs, such as Icebreakers (an opportunity for participants to meet each other), Oneg/Elective programs (breakouts that enrich the convention experience), and the Chapter Showcase (this is when chapters present their song and banner). The Program Captain is in charge of building a framework for each program timeslot and ensuring that everyone who is planning or facilitating these programs is ready to deliver the highest quality programming. Applicants for this position should feel confident overseeing numerous people and ensuring all deadlines are met, while adhering to the convention vision.
Hospitality Captain (1 Aleph or BBG) - This captain is in charge of enriching the hospitality and atmosphere for all teens, guests, advisors and staff at the convention. The Hospitality Captain will elevate delegate engagement through creative enhancements to the overall experience (past examples include Warm and Fuzzies, Gotcha, Convention Bingo, etc). Applicants should be open to new ideas, and feel comfortable using this position to innovatively enrich the convention experience.
Communications Captain (1 Aleph or BBG) - This captain is in charge of marketing and communications. This includes creating the information packet, managing social media campaigns, and coordinating calling parties. The Communications Captain will compile all of the necessary information for the packet and will work closely with staff to design it, while also creating a digital engagement strategy (past examples include tagging templates, “Humans of Convention”, etc). Applicants should be comfortable using Canva to create the convention packet and design social media posts.
Steerers:
Program Steerers (3 Alephs or BBGs) - Under the guidance of the Program Captain, these Steerers will ensure unique and innovative programming throughout the convention. Tasks will include planning and facilitating various programs, such as Icebreakers, Onegs and Electives, and Chapter Showcase.
Hospitality Steerers (2 Alephs or BBGs) - Under the guidance of the Hospitality captain, these Steerers will help to manage initiatives that enhance the overall convention experience (past examples include Warm and Fuzzies, Gotcha, Convention Bingo, etc).