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Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Co-operative Education
Posting Close Date
30 January 2023
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$53,944.00 - $70,797.00
Additional Posting Information
Please note that while the university encourages and accepts external applications, a strong pool of internal candidates has been identified for this opportunity.
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE
Classification
SG7
Start Date
4/4/2023
End Date
12/29/2023
Employee Group:
PEA - Term
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Administrative and Support Services
About this Opportunity
One of the distinguishing characteristics of the University of Victoria is its commitment to experiential learning. For more than 40 years, UVic has been a leader in providing students with relevant, engaging and practical learning experiences beyond the classroom. Experiential learning has been shown to be a powerful way to engage students in their studies by providing them with opportunities to put theory into practice, make connections with professionals in the field and develop career related skills and competencies. The University of Victoria has one of the largest co-op programs in Western Canada, with more than 4,000 work placements every year in Canada and around the world. Our Career Services is an on-campus career development service that helps students, alumni, faculty and staff prepare for successful careers. Information about the Co-operative Education Program and Career Services is available at www.uvic.ca/coopandcareer.
The salary range for this position is:
Recruitment range: $53,944 - $60,718 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
Performance range: starting salary to max of $70,797 is available through annual performance increases
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Communications, Events and Digital Marketing Coordinator will develop, implement and evaluate marketing strategies, campaigns, content and events that will engage students and employers to participate in co-operative education and the career development process.
This position will work closely with both the Senior Communications Officer AND the Campus Engagement and Events Coordinator to support overall communications, outreach and engagement initiatives. This includes event management and marketing, communications planning, media relations, planning and creating a range of marketing and communications material (e.g., student and employer profiles, Ring stories, web content, newsletters, print material, large-scale promotional material), social media, video content for social and web, website content creation and management, issues communications, and providing advice and guidance to Co-op and Career staff, as necessary, for internal communications and event coordination. The position works closely with University Communications and Marketing (UC+M) to identify and create content that aligns with the university’s strategic priorities to ensure the broad promotion and consistent usage of Co-op and Career’s branding and UVic brand guidelines across campus and online.
Key responsibilities include:
proposing, developing, implementing and assessing digital and print media communication and marketing material and campaigns for students, alumni and employers;
coordinating event projects from initial planning stages through completion;
evaluating the effectiveness of marketing tools, events and campaigns and adapting these strategies to leverage current stakeholder communication trends.
This position will support programs, initiatives and events that may take place in the evenings or on the weekends and requires the ability and willingness to work these hours as required.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a communications-related field. At least two years of related work experience is required, including:
Experience in project and event management, public relations and/or marketing;
Experience managing, developing and implementing virtual and in-person events;
Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating communications plans and materials;
Experience copywriting for both print and web, experience with web content management, and fundamentals of good photography, web and video content;
Graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator), website content management systems, and advanced proficiency with Microsoft suite of products.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
Knowledge of creative planning, conceptual thinking, visual conceptualization, with ability to apply that knowledge to communication and events projects;
Knowledge of communications and events project management, project planning, client communication, print collateral, publications and electronic media;
Understanding of the principles of good design in print and multimedia materials and how to work effectively within established organizational design structures;
Website management and social media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram etc.) and how each platform can be optimally deployed in different scenarios;
Understanding of and experience with identifying, creating and reporting on web metrics, including web accessibility standards and SEO;
Understanding of and experience with the creative aspect of branding, along with proven success in implementing brand standards and messaging.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
In addition, the position requires the following abilities:
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, make decisions independently, be self-motivated and consistently meet deadlines;
Work and communicate effectively orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy, with a variety of internal and external contacts;
Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills;
Excellent team building skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team;
Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, public relations, and networking skills;
Knowledge and awareness of equity, diversity and inclusion considerations and practices as they relate to communications materials and event delivery;
Ability to synthesize and share information, so that each team member has the necessary information they need to perform their duties, and understands their role within the project and how it contributes to project success;
Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task and prioritize;
Ability to work with team and campus partners using diplomacy and tact to navigate difficult and confidential matters;
Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment;
Proven track record achieving project goals on time and produce deliverables of a high quality.
Territory acknowledgement
We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
Equity and Diversity Statement
UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Accessibility Statement
If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
University of Victoria -> Co-operative Education
Posting Close Date
30 January 2023
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$53,944.00 - $70,797.00
Additional Posting Information
Please note that while the university encourages and accepts external applications, a strong pool of internal candidates has been identified for this opportunity.
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE
Classification
SG7
Start Date
4/4/2023
End Date
12/29/2023
Employee Group:
PEA - Term
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Administrative and Support Services
About this Opportunity
One of the distinguishing characteristics of the University of Victoria is its commitment to experiential learning. For more than 40 years, UVic has been a leader in providing students with relevant, engaging and practical learning experiences beyond the classroom. Experiential learning has been shown to be a powerful way to engage students in their studies by providing them with opportunities to put theory into practice, make connections with professionals in the field and develop career related skills and competencies. The University of Victoria has one of the largest co-op programs in Western Canada, with more than 4,000 work placements every year in Canada and around the world. Our Career Services is an on-campus career development service that helps students, alumni, faculty and staff prepare for successful careers. Information about the Co-operative Education Program and Career Services is available at www.uvic.ca/coopandcareer.
The salary range for this position is:
Recruitment range: $53,944 - $60,718 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
Performance range: starting salary to max of $70,797 is available through annual performance increases
- This position may be eligible for a Remote Work Arrangement*
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Communications, Events and Digital Marketing Coordinator will develop, implement and evaluate marketing strategies, campaigns, content and events that will engage students and employers to participate in co-operative education and the career development process.
This position will work closely with both the Senior Communications Officer AND the Campus Engagement and Events Coordinator to support overall communications, outreach and engagement initiatives. This includes event management and marketing, communications planning, media relations, planning and creating a range of marketing and communications material (e.g., student and employer profiles, Ring stories, web content, newsletters, print material, large-scale promotional material), social media, video content for social and web, website content creation and management, issues communications, and providing advice and guidance to Co-op and Career staff, as necessary, for internal communications and event coordination. The position works closely with University Communications and Marketing (UC+M) to identify and create content that aligns with the university’s strategic priorities to ensure the broad promotion and consistent usage of Co-op and Career’s branding and UVic brand guidelines across campus and online.
Key responsibilities include:
proposing, developing, implementing and assessing digital and print media communication and marketing material and campaigns for students, alumni and employers;
coordinating event projects from initial planning stages through completion;
evaluating the effectiveness of marketing tools, events and campaigns and adapting these strategies to leverage current stakeholder communication trends.
This position will support programs, initiatives and events that may take place in the evenings or on the weekends and requires the ability and willingness to work these hours as required.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a communications-related field. At least two years of related work experience is required, including:
Experience in project and event management, public relations and/or marketing;
Experience managing, developing and implementing virtual and in-person events;
Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating communications plans and materials;
Experience copywriting for both print and web, experience with web content management, and fundamentals of good photography, web and video content;
Graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator), website content management systems, and advanced proficiency with Microsoft suite of products.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
Knowledge of creative planning, conceptual thinking, visual conceptualization, with ability to apply that knowledge to communication and events projects;
Knowledge of communications and events project management, project planning, client communication, print collateral, publications and electronic media;
Understanding of the principles of good design in print and multimedia materials and how to work effectively within established organizational design structures;
Website management and social media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram etc.) and how each platform can be optimally deployed in different scenarios;
Understanding of and experience with identifying, creating and reporting on web metrics, including web accessibility standards and SEO;
Understanding of and experience with the creative aspect of branding, along with proven success in implementing brand standards and messaging.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
In addition, the position requires the following abilities:
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, make decisions independently, be self-motivated and consistently meet deadlines;
Work and communicate effectively orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy, with a variety of internal and external contacts;
Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills;
Excellent team building skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team;
Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, public relations, and networking skills;
Knowledge and awareness of equity, diversity and inclusion considerations and practices as they relate to communications materials and event delivery;
Ability to synthesize and share information, so that each team member has the necessary information they need to perform their duties, and understands their role within the project and how it contributes to project success;
Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task and prioritize;
Ability to work with team and campus partners using diplomacy and tact to navigate difficult and confidential matters;
Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment;
Proven track record achieving project goals on time and produce deliverables of a high quality.
Territory acknowledgement
We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
Equity and Diversity Statement
UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Accessibility Statement
If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
