Communications Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada The Mustard Seed Society Full time

Do you want to be part of a team that is committed to developing hope, and nurturing the lives of our community members? Do you have any experience in marketing, communications, or public relations? The Mustard Seed is seeking a proactive and goal-oriented **Communications Coordinato**r.

Reporting to the Communications Manager, the Communications Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy for The Mustard Seed that will raise awareness of the issues of poverty and homelessness in Western Canada.

**Employment Type**: Fixed Term (July 2024 to July 2025)
**Schedule**: Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM
**Reporting to**: Communications Manager
**City**: Edmonton
**Number of Positions to Fill**: 1
- RFR #: 739_

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Clearly communicate the mission, vision, core values, and story of The Mustard Seed with both internal (staff, volunteers, community) and external (donors, media, businesses, agencies, churches) audiences
- Prepare timely communications materials and promotional items in support of programming, fundraising, and special events for Edmonton and Red Deer
- Provide support for social media and storytelling for The Mustard Seed by creating content (photos, videos, and copy when needed) - Edmonton and Red Deer
- Maintain media database and public contacts for disseminating information.
- Assist with key messaging for media releases, public service announcements, media kits, etc. - Edmonton and Red Deer
- Assist in the production of organizational videos as required for promotional purposes.
- Assist with writing stories and research for newsletters and campaigns.
- Support events with communication and logístical needs.
- Participate as a team in communication strategy and planning.
- Assist the Senior Communications Coordinator in Edmonton with communications projects as needed.
- Other duties as may be assigned.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS**
- A passion for being part of ending homelessness in Western Canada and a desire to serve those who are experiencing homelessness and extreme poverty.
- Post-secondary education in marketing or communications or a related field
- Two years or more of public relations/marketing experience
- Self-motivated, proactive, energetic, and goal-oriented with superior interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is considered an asset.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Previous experience working in a not-for-profit organization is highly desirable.
- Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and clean driver’s abstract

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- Hybrid with some weekend and evening work may be required.
- Monthly travel to Red Deer may be required.
- Office environment—more mental than physical—extensive periods of sedentary work
- Fast-paced and demanding work environment
- Driver’s Abstract and Employment Security Check is required.
- As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree and sign our Statement of Faith
- Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than the current employer.

***ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS**
- An Employment Background Check is required for all positions at The Mustard Seed
- As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed.
- Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

***COMPENSATION & BENEFITS**
- All The Mustard Seed employees have access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides support for maintaining a healthy work-life balance, addressing mental health concerns, and focusing on personal development in various areas.

***NOTE**
- Your privacy is important to us. The information we collect is used solely for consideration for employment.
- Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.



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