Communications Assistant A

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Hiring Unit:
University Advancement – Faculty of Science

Position Summary:

• Update and maintain various information in databases and spreadsheets (donor database, mailing list, etc.).

• Prepares documents such as electronic letters. Such preparation may include filing and sorting these items.

• Prepares donor impact reports

• Performs basic word processing functions such as merge thank letters and prepare large mailings (thank you letters, newsletters) by collating documents and stuffing envelopes.

• Provides general assistance at donor events.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work in a computerized office environment, using Adobe Acrobat, Word (including mail merge), Excel, PowerPoint, email, and databases. Demonstrated ability to clearly transmit and receive information.

• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail and sense of initiative. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and multi-task.

• Dynamic and enthusiastic with strong interpersonal skills.

• English, spoken and written. French, spoken

Experience and Education:

• Must be full-time McGill student enrolled in a Degree program.

• Eligible for the Work Study Program in the Fall 2022 term

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE A) $15.50

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

12 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2022-09-19

Position End Date:

2022-12-22

Deadline to Apply:

2022-09-27

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected] .