Communications & Engagement Representative

5 months ago


New Westminster, Canada UFCW1518 Full time

**UFCW 1518 is hiring a Temporary Communications & Engagement Representative to join our team.**

**Join us in the fight for fairness.**

**About UFCW 1518**

At UFCW 1518, we believe that we are stronger together. Everyone deserves safe and respectful working conditions and a healthy community. By continuing to win fights for fairness, organize workers in diverse industries, and support causes that benefit communities, we work together to improve quality of life for all British Columbians.

We are a democratic, member-driven union that is built on a foundation of integrity and respect. We are committed to working hard for our members, fighting for higher wages, better benefits, job security and fair treatment. We also use our voice to speak up on issues that impact our communities, such as implementing a living wage and standing against discrimination.

**A Day in the Life**

As Communications and Engagement Representative, you will report directly to the Director of Communications, and will be responsible for planning, organizing, and marketing campaigns, promotional events and projects from conception to completion. Here’s what you can expect to dig into in this exciting, hands-on role:

- Develop engaging visual, video and publicity materials for the UFCW 1518 (I.e., posters, flyers, swag)
- Assist Officers with internal correspondence and support with copywriting and mass texts
- Lead initiatives and seek out opportunities to better engage members in their union
- Contribute to the creation of social media content, and update website content to help grow engagement
- Adhere to UFCW 1518’s overall brand, ensuring consistent and proper use by establishing processes and guidelines for effective and efficient communication and branding efforts
- Assist with revitalizing UFCW 1518’s web presence and contribute to efforts to build digital engagement, especially around organizing new members

**What You Bring to the Table**
- Exceptional written skills and ability to write copy for various platforms to target specific audiences
- Proficient in utilizing different platforms to reach external stakeholders for maximum messaging impact
- Exceptional ability to collaborate with those around you to achieve goals together
- Unmatched communications skills: you not only have outstanding interpersonal skills but understand the system and intricate strategies behind communication as well
- High energy, a can-do attitude, and fresh ideas that will advance our growth as an organization
- Strong ability to think strategically and develop actionable plans to achieve goals using your innovative mindset
- Ability to work cooperatively while fostering a climate of shared respect and collaboration
- Confident with receiving feedback in a constructive manner.
- Creative problem-solving and time management skills to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work cooperatively while fostering a climate of shared respect and collaboration
- Confident with receiving feedback in a constructive manner.
- Creative problem-solving and time management skills to work in a fast-paced environment

**Your Qualifications**
- 4+ years of experience in a marketing or communications role
- An undergraduate degree or equivalent in journalism, public relations, communications, or related field
- Extensive and proven work experience executing successful campaigns using a variety of print and online communications
- Previous work experience in a communications firm, public relations agency, advocacy, not-for-profit, progressive political organization, or similar operation
- Professional knowledge of various software and apps such as Google, Outlook, MailChimp, Adobe software, Content Management Systems (CMS), WordPress, HTML, and CSS.
- Ability to present diverse materials effectively

**It’s a Bonus If You Have**
- Experience using a CRM system
- Knowledge of the role, objectives and activities of labour unions
- Ability to communicate effectively in a second language

**Why UFCW 1518?**

UFCW 1518values our team’s meaningful contributions and unmatched expertise that are integral to achieving our ambitious goals. As a joining member of ourteam, you can expect:

- Competitive compensation package
- Extended health benefits and dental plan to value the well-being of you and your family
- Flexible work arrangement with the chance to collaborate with colleagues and work remotely

**Compensation**

At UFCW 1518, we believe in attracting top talent and rewarding them generously. Our compensation package is designed to reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our organization.

**Compensation Range**: $63, 500 to $97, 500

**UFCW 1518 is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. BIPOC, immigrants, women, and LGBTQ+ people are encouraged to apply.**

**Salary**: $63,500.00-$97,500.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- New Westminster, BC V


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