Communications Coordinator

Position: Communications Coordinator

Closing:Posting will remain open until filled

Term: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: $45,400- $53,360

Our Vision is “to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures.”

We are currently seeking a Communications Coordinator for any of our following locations, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, North Bay, Timmins, Dryden, Hamilton, Peterborough, Ottawa or Toronto.

As the Communications Coordinator, you will be an integral member of the Communications team, responsible for, but not limited to, coordinating the production of promotional materials, contributing to the development of the company website, and interacting with various stakeholders to effectively deliver our company’s mission and message. They will work with the Communications Manager on a variety of Communication-related day-to-day activities and assist with various projects, as well as being the primary developer of social media content.

**PLEASE APPLY ON OUR CAREERS PAGE**:
**In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover letter**.

**Compensation**:
In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. **This comprehensive compensation package includes**:

- Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
- Comprehensive medical & dental benefits + company vehicles available for fieldwork;
- $2000 Health Spending Account + $2000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;
- Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Remembrance Day, Easter Monday and Family Day;
- Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
- Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity;
- A competitive salary in the pay band 5, $45,400- $53,360.

**Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following**:

- Maintain and update company website; create/update content, ensure design continuity, IT support and external web consultants/developers as required;
- Create and distribute the company newsletter, develop content/images;
- Create and disseminate surveys to various stakeholders;
- Ensure digital marketing content is consistent with company brand and image;
- Create, monitor, and engage on OAHS’ social media platforms of Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn;
- Aid in the development of internal and external Communication plans and materials;
- Assist in media and in person events;
- Assist in the organization and planning of Full Circle Staff meetings and coordinate in-person gatherings; and
- Aid in the formulation of appropriate materials such as news releases, articles, editorials, publications including Annual Report, and other written communications.
- College Diploma or University Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or related discipline or applicable industry experience.
- Knowledge of Wordpress or other website hosting platforms
- Excellent organization and communication skills (verbal and written) along with an eye for detail.
- Knowledge of and an appreciation for Indigenous culture and a values system that believes in holistic wellness and in assisting people to become and stay safely housed.
- Experience in social media strategy and communications work.
- Experience in graphic design is an asset.
- Ability to handle concerns with tact and professionalism.
- Enjoys collaborative and independent work.
- A self-starter who seeks out and act on opportunities.
- Ability to multi-task to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Flexible to work varying hours and attend out of city or in-town events.

**For the Health and Safety of employees, all new employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired by OAHS. For clarity, fully vaccinated means two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and that at least 14 days have elapsed since completion of your vaccine series. OAHS will require proof of full vaccination prior to an employee’s start date.**

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

Pay: $45,400.00-$53,360.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person