Mennonite Heritage Village

Program Assistant

The Mennonite Heritage Village (MHV), located in Steinbach, MB, is an interpretive centre and open-air museum whose mission is to relate the story of the Russian Mennonites and their settlement in Manitoba. The museum has a collection of over 16,000 artefacts, more than 30 buildings and historical features on a 40-acre site, as well as two indoor galleries and numerous display areas. MHV welcomes about 40,000 visitors annually from around the world. For additional information about MHV, visit: www.mhv.ca

This position is responsible for assisting the Program Coordinator to organize and facilitate the planning and execution of festivals and events safely and efficiently, and to work with volunteers and interpreters cooperatively. It will require varied work shifts on weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings. This job is for students intending to return to college or university in September. Full-time seasonal from May 1 – September 1, 2026.

Please submit your resume with a cover letter to jaysat@mhv.ca by April 6, 2026.  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position Title: Program Assistant

Reports To: Program Manager

Position Type: Seasonal/Full Time

Term Dates: May 1, 2026 – September 1, 2026 

Hours of Work: As required

Qualifications:

Education and Training:

  • High school diploma an asset
  • Training in developing and administering festival/event programs an asset

Experience:

  • 1 to 3 years of experience in the not-for-profit sector preferred
  • 1 to 3 years of experience in event planning preferred
  • 1 to 3 years of experience in museum education preferred

Skills and Competencies:

  • Demonstrated people skills by way of relationships and leadership
  • The ability to think and function strategically
  • A demonstrated creative approach to problem solving
  • Strong professional communication skills
  • An organized and systematic approach to work
  • The ability to work with children and adults of all ages
  • An appreciation of history and artefacts
  • A love of nature and the outdoors

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Deliverables and Responsibilities

Deliverable 1 – Event and Festival Program Facilitation and Coordination

Responsibilities:

  • Become familiar with the museum galleries, heritage buildings, and grounds by attending staff training and volunteer training sessions 
  • Assist the Program Coordinator in the preparation and delivery of festivals and events, including coordinating volunteer schedules, organizing activity stations and materials, preparing the Village site, supporting volunteers, and providing coverage for unfilled volunteer positions 
  • Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to design and implement new festival and event activities and demonstrations that support and advance the mission of MHV 
  • Conduct evaluations of each festival and event to ensure high-quality delivery and effectiveness 
  • Prepare an end-of-season report evaluating programs and events, including key outcomes, observations, and recommendations 
  • Provide Payroll with timely information for hours worked 

Deliverable 2 – Organize Volunteers

Responsibilities:

  • Contact and organize volunteer interpreters and various station attendants for event days and adult tours
  • Monitor and enforce safety for volunteers while on MHV grounds
  • Orient volunteers in preparation for event days and adult tours

Deliverable 3 – Village Interpretation and Demonstration

Responsibilities:

  • Interpret and/or demonstrate in a variety of heritage buildings at the discretion of the Program Coordinator
  • Interact with visitors in an engaging manner

Deliverable 4 – Assist other MHV Departments

Responsibilities:

  • Assist other MHV managers, as time allows, at the discretion of the Program Manager