Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Date Posted: 08/26/2024

Req ID: 39459

Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough

Department: UTSC: Office of Vice-Principal, Research & Innovation

Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Position Number: 00056806

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place where diversity fuels innovation. Where ideas don’t stop at the borders of our beautiful, tree-lined campus. Discover our globally-renowned academic excellence,experiential learning opportunities, collaborative spirit and transforming research partnerships. As part of the University of Toronto, Canada’s leading research university and one of the top research universities in the world, conducting cutting-edge, world-class research is part of the University of Toronto Scarborough’s (UTSC) DNA. The Office of the Vice-Principal, Research & Innovation is responsible for enhancing the overall research profile of UTSC locally, nationally and internationally.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity:

Reporting to the Director, OVPRI, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing and communications plans and outreach events to promote OVPRI’s initiatives and enhance its brand presence. You will work closely with internal teams, including UTSC Marketing & Communications colleagues, to create engaging content for various channels, including digital platforms, social media, and traditional marketing materials. Additionally, you will build, manage and strengthen relationshipswith stakeholders and partners of strategic importance to build capacity and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a creative mindset, and a solid understanding of current marketing trends and technologies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing plans across a broad range of marketing/communication channels that support outreach goals and objectives
• Maintaining information on digital platforms and/or printed materials
• Conceptualizing, organizing and executing a wide range of events and activities
• Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts to support marking and engagement goals
• Delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives
• Advising on marketing best practices, brand-building opportunities and analyzing the effectiveness of campaigns and/or programs
• Verifying that all marketing/communication collateral adheres to brand identity and University style guides

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of directly related experience in coordinating marketing and communication strategies, ideally in a post-secondary setting
• Experience delivering presentations and facilitating workshops and/or seminars with the ability to confidently and effectively communicate information to diverse audiences
• Ability to develop survey questions, format surveys, and administer surveys to collect accurate data
• Experience writing, designing, editing, proofreading and publishing content for online and in-person platforms
• Ability to understand complex information and concepts and successfully translate them into clear, concise and compelling messages
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, graphic design and image editing software (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills who can also work independently to meet tight deadlines with accountability and minimal supervision
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Team player

Note: 

• A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.

Closing Date: 09/04/2024, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW 

Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing 

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: 

USW Pay Band 11 — $75,223. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $96,196. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. 

Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

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