Marketing and Communications Specialist, Faculty of Social Work

The Faculty of Social Work seeks a Marketing & Communications Specialist to develop communication plans, coordinate events, and create marketing materials. Key responsibilities include writing and editing content for various platforms and supporting strategic initiatives. A degree in a relevant field and 2-4 years of experience in communications, marketing, or event planning are required.

• Develop, maintain, and improve project management tracking systems for the Marketing and Communications Team to execute communications plans
• Assist with Marketing and Communications Team logistics and administration, including reconciling expenses, organizing meeting logistics, planning travel, managing equipment rental and purchase, and administration around hiring of interns/project-based staff
• Develop, maintain, and improve system to hold current messaging and positive testimonials by students, staff, and partners
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with university contacts and external stakeholders
• communicate within and outside the university in a professional and proficient manner
• Work independently on specific communication activities and assignments
• Work strategically with members of the Marketing and Communications Team to coordinate and plan schedules to ensure successful alignment with priorities

• Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, design or demonstrable skills and experience
• 2-4 years of related working experience
• Proven experience in producing a variety of communication materials, including video and photo-based digital content, aimed at various audiences
• Proven experience in event planning/management, public relations or general communications
• A strong writer and editor, able to produce high-quality content on short deadlines
• Talent and ability in design, photography, and videography.
• Ability to train and mentor more junior communicators in communications best practices
• Experience with web-based applications such as Slate, Drupal, Sprout Social and Dialog Insight
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Adobe CreativeSuite/Cloud
• Knowledge of university environment and core university systems is an asset
• Strong communication, consultative and problem-solving skills, and ability to work with cross- functional teams effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships and facilitate collaboration between diverse groups
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality as it applies to communications
• High level of tact and professionalism
• Proven copy-editing skills
• Attention to detail a must
• Familiarity with Indigenous protocols and ceremonies is an asset
• A proven ability to work under stressful and tight deadlines while working with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders
• Application Deadline: October 21, 2026