Communications Assistant

Conestoga Students IncorporatedKitchener, CA

14 days ago

Salary

CA$21.15 hourly

Job description

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Location : Conestoga College - Various Campuses

Start Date : May 2025

Time Requirement : Up to 20 hours per week (some evenings and weekends may be required)

Reporting to : Communications & Content Coordinator or Digital Community Coordinator

Hourly Wage : $21.15

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Communications Assistant is responsible for assisting in external communications, press releases, general administrative tasks, as well as assisting in all communication aspects of web, social media presence, and content. The Communications Assistant ensures accuracy and consistency of CSI branding and corporate identity across all marketing and communication platforms.

In carrying out the duties of this position, a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final overview by the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. It is also important that the Communications Assistant works extremely closely with the supervisor to ensure that they are up-to-date on the basic overall operations of CSI's communications. In all activities, it is crucial that the Communications Assistant recognizes that service to students is a top priority.

You will learn to :

Identify and respond to advertising and marketing objectives by applying principles of marketing and communications, and adhering to current industry standards and business practices
Develop, curate, and post branded content on a variety of social media platforms to support the production of effective, timely communications appropriate for diverse channels and audiences.
Use various sources, research tools and results, and apply analytical skills to determine the effectiveness of various communication strategies and tactics, and measure of the impact of public relations activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the Marketing & Events team in developing targeted marketing campaigns

Assist with administrative tasks to support the various outputs and requirements of marketing and communication projects

Assist in development of external communications - company presentations, training programs, paper media, social media, website, etc.

Produce creative writing for print and digital applications to drive development of CSI's campaigns and social media efforts

Edit & proofread external communications / marketing, ensuring all communication distributed to students and college are compliant with AODA

Assist in creation of content and posts for social media - Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, website, etc.

Assist with social media contest rewards, prizing, gift bags, etc.

Monitor CSI social media for accuracy related to services, representation, activities, and updates

Revise college student guides and documents annually to ensure CSI is accurately represented

Respond to student comments or inquiries on social media

Assist in management of annual sponsors, ensuring sold sponsorship space is accurately included in external media outreach

Assist in classroom presentations where required

Ensure goals and targets for marketing & events are met as outlined in the annual CSI Marketing & Communications Plan

Send all facility requests to the Administrative Assistant to have requests filled

Assist in the setup, production and clean-up of events where required

Other General Duties

Work in accordance with corporate by-laws, policies, and procedures, particularly to the CSI Mission Statement

Adhere strictly to health & safety laws, policies, and procedures

Maintain confidentiality for business practices

Work in an organized manner where detail, accuracy and confidentiality are critical

Mandatory attendance at CSI related training days

Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

This position may require long hours of sitting and using office equipment and computers, which can cause muscle strain.

Environmental Conditions

This position performs work from a suitable location of their choosing and may be faced with frequent interruptions and meetings with others on a regular basis. Travel between campuses is required as needed. Some work may be required after office hours and on weekends.

Sensory Demands

This position requires long periods of intense concentration. The incumbent may also spend long hours on the computer which requires visual focus, attention to detail, and high levels of accuracy.

Mental Demands

This position is expected to manage and meet multiple competing deadlines, which can cause significant stress. The incumbent also deals with a wide variety of people on various issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College and be a fee-paying student

Preference will be given to those in a program related to public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field

Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the following :

Knowledge in creating and editing press releases, company statements and speeches

Familiarity with social media platforms, apps, programming, and editing software's

Ability to think creatively and produce thought-provoking marketing campaign material

Highly organized and skilled time management

Ability to balance multiple competing priorities while maintaining quality of work and meeting deadlines

Consistent and reliable access to a stable internet connection

Student Eligibility

All students in this position must :

Be in a full-time degree, diploma or certificate program at Conestoga College

Maintain a full-time course load. Part-time studies may be allowed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services and require a reduced load

For Fall term positions (September to December), students must be returning to full-time studies in the December term in order to be eligible.

Have a valid Social Insurance Number

International students must also :

Hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on-campus employment

Adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit

Adhere to all Canadian student visa requirements

HOW TO APPLY

Application Materials

To have your application considered, you must prepare the following Application Materials :

A resume, letter, or audio / video recording that provides the following information :

Why you are interested in this position

What skills and / or experiences you have that you feel would be helpful in this position

Whether you are willing and able to perform work at other campuses

A sample of your work in the area of marketing & communications

Your schedule of availability for work shifts

Instructions

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through the Conestoga Students Inc. website at https : / / conestogastudents.com / about-us / employment-opportunities / , providing all of the above Application Materials. If you are an international student, please also provide a copy of your Study Permit allowing for on-campus employment during the Spring 2025.

Accessibility, Diversity & Inclusion

Conestoga Students Inc. is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment without regard to any prohibited ground of discrimination. If you anticipate any need for accommodations for disabilities in the process of applying, interviewing, or working, please feel free to let us know as soon as possible and at any time so that we are most equipped to provide a barrier-free experience.

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