- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
Urban area
Budgetary responsibility
0 - $100,000
Tasks
Analyze market research data to improve business decisions or activities Conduct economic or commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products or servicesDevelop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposesDevelop communication strategiesDirect the development and maintenance of an organization's Internet and intranet sitesDirect the marketing strategies of establishmentsDirect the production of educational and publicity programs and informational materials to awaken curiosity and interest in the subject matterDirect the team on crucial information they should gather and researchEvaluate an organization's Internet presenceEvaluate communication strategies and programsEvaluate the marketing strategies used by establishmentsImplement communication strategies and programsOversee the preparation of written material for website contentPublicize activities, workshops, meetings and other events for fundraising or information purposesReview written material, such as reports, briefs, speeches, presentations and press releasesDevelop promotional materialsPlan and control budget and expendituresWrite and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materialsDirect and evaluate establishments and departments that develop and implement communication strategies and information programsDirect and evaluate establishments and departments that maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizationsDirect and evaluate establishments and departments that publicize activities and events on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizationsAnswer written and oral inquiriesAssist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other materialCo-ordinate special publicity events and promotionsConduct public opinion and attitude surveysInitiate and maintain contact with the mediaPrepare and/or deliver educational, publicity and information programs, materials and sessionsMaintain and manage digital databaseCopywriteConsult with clients after sale to provide ongoing supportSupervise office and volunteer staff
Supervision
1 to 2 people
Computer and technology knowledge
MS ExcelMS OutlookMS PowerPointMS WordDatabase softwarePresentation softwareProject management softwareWebsite creation and management softwareWord processing softwareMS WindowsGoogle DriveLinkedInMailChimpWordPress
Area of work experience
Project coordination
Area of specialization
Project managementCommunicationsMedia relationsPublic relationsSurvey research servicesBrand management
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licenceWilling to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detailFast-paced environmentTight deadlinesWork under pressureLarge caseloadLarge workload
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phoneInternet access
Personal suitability
Client focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityInitiativeJudgementOrganizedTeam playerDependabilityInterpersonal awarenessReliabilityCreativityQuick learnerAccountability
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?Do you live near the job location?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
Day
Workplace information
Remote
Other benefits
Team building opportunitiesVariable or compressed work week
Support for Indigenous people
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Supports for visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
