Community Engagement

**Compensation**: 40 hours per week at $20.00-22.00 per hour (depending on experience)
**Period**: May 1 to August 18, with possible extension to Sept. 1

Please note the following opportunity is contingent on funding (Canada Summer Jobs)

**Overview**
Kawartha Land Trust (KLT) is a dynamic land conservation charity with an impressive track
record of growth. Our mission is to care for the lands entrusted to us and help others protect the
land they love in the Kawarthas. We create nature reserves for future generations by acquiring
ecologically important properties and/or interests in properties. We also enhance our
stewardship of the land by engaging landowners in land care initiatives through our Partners in
Conservation program.
Founded in 2001, KLT protects 31 properties that include more than 5,250 acres of ecologically
diverse lands, some of which include hiking trails that introduce thousands of people to nature in
the Kawarthas every year. We have achieved our successes through the work of our dedicated
and growing team of donors, volunteers and supporters. Together, we can ensure more natural
spaces in the Kawarthas are preserved forever.
KLT works within the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Territory and we are dedicated to continuing to
create meaningful connections and relationships with First Nations communities in our region as
we build upon these connections.
For more information on the Kawartha Land Trust, visit us online at

**Tasks and Responsibilities**
Reporting to Kawartha Land Trust’s Communications Coordinator, the Community Engagement

& Communications Assistant will assist with and support the development and implementation

of internal and external events and communications. This work will support KLT’s land

protection and outreach goals. This role will contribute to KLT’s ongoing work to protect natural

and working lands in the Kawarthas for future generations.

Under the direction of the Communications Coordinator, the position will assist with the

following:

- Assist with the planning, promotion, set-up, and take-down of KLT events and other

events-related duties as required.
- Represent KLT at internal and external events as required.
- Assist with the development of high-impact content for KLT’s communications channels

(i.e., website, events calendar, social media, e-newsletter, etc.).
- Assist with the creation and scheduling of social media posts (photo and videos) for

KLT’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
- Assist with taking photographs and video at KLT events and protected properties to help

support KLT’s communications and outreach efforts.
- Assist with organizing and maintaining KLT’s photo database.
- Make updates to KLT’s website and online calendar.
- Conduct research and prepare reports as directed.
- Provide administrative support as needed.
- Participate on staff committees as necessary and when appropriate.
- Other duties as directed and required.

**Required Skills and Qualifications**
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking.
- Strong team player and ability to work independently within the team.
- Strong project management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to strategize and problem-solve.
- Ability to work flexible hours and accommodate occasional unplanned requests.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms, including experience with Facebook,

Instagram, and Twitter.
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, CRMS (preferably

Salesforce), e-newsletter programs, and Canva).
- Proficiency in WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite, and/or Later an asset.
- A creative design sense.
- Ability to adhere to best practices and organizational branding.

**Desired Level of Education of the Student**
- Working toward or possess a degree or diploma in Communications, Marketing, Graphic

Design, Event Planning, or a related discipline.

**Additional Information**
- be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
- be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or person on whom refugee protection has

been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c.

27]*; and
- be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and

regulations.
- International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian

Citizens or Permanent Residents.
- have a valid G2 license and access to a personal vehicle (mileage will be

compensated).
- be prepared to work some evenings and weekends.

**Mentoring Plans**
All Kawartha Land Trust staff are committed to ensuring that the student has a meaningful work experience. The Communication Coordinator will meet with the student to ensure they understand their roles and responsibilities, after which, regular meetings will be scheduled. Dayto-day supervision will be provided by the Communications Coordinat