Communications Officer

2 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Canada University of Manitoba Full time

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
This position is part of the administrative team in the Faculty of Science with the principal responsibility of marketing and communications. Generally, the incumbent will be responsible for the communication, branding and marketing of the Faculty of Science to the community within and beyond. The incumbent will work with the Events Coordinator on the wide-spread promotion of all internal and external student, faculty and outreach events. In coordination with the Alumni Relations & Graduate Program Coordinator this incumbent will also be a conduit for marketing and promoting alumni relations and graduate programs. Working closely in coordination with the Advising Office, this incumbent will be a conduit for information and promotions that recruit students and inform undergraduates about opportunities and career paths in science. Finally, the incumbent will be working with the Faculty’s Digital Content Specialists to create content to share on the Faculty’s social media platforms and website.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- University degree in a related discipline. Required.
- Two years of experience in public relations, communications, or marketing required.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to triage work in a fast-paced environment required.
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal, including public speaking skills required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suites required.
- Strong attention to detail required.
- Strong creativity skills required.
- Strong technical web site skills required, in particular experience using Drupal.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team but also independently to fulfill targets
- Able to cope effectively with stress required.
- Ability to create and edit videos and images required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
- Familiarity with social media graphics and web site design required.
- Strong understanding of cross-cultural sensitivity is required.
- Experience in the non-profit or academic environment.
- Experience in multimedia design and web page development.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: March 23, 2023**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $50,796.20-$71,598.80 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-04-03



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