Events & Communications Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada York University Full time

**Purpose**:
Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Office of Institutional Events, the Events and Communications Coordinator provides events and communications support for the Division of the President. The Events & Communications Coordinator facilitates the integration of events and communications that encourages and enhances stakeholder relations. Fosters growing levels of engagement and support for the University. This includes acting as a resource for university events, while coordinating communications

**Education**:
College Diploma in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Business, Digital Communications, Visual Art, Event Management, Public Relations or Hospitality or an equivalent of 2 (two) years recent experience (defined as within the last three years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below. Requires knowledge of fundraising professional standards and ethics. Professional writing certification is an asset.

**Experience**:
Three (3) years in the Communication field including:
Writing and producing digital and print communications pieces such as formal invitations and event programs
Project Management
Event coordination
Producing multimedia communications (photographs)
Developing work-back schedules and critical paths
Making recommendations on scope of work and resources needed
Recruitment and coordination of students and volunteers

**Skills**:
Demonstrated skills including:
Ability to write, edit and proofread at an advanced level in the English language
Impeccable accuracy in grammar, spelling and content verification
Excellent oral communication skills
Ability to write and edit a broad range of communications
Demonstrated use of tact, courtesy, and discretion.
Ability to work effectively under pressure of high volume and daily deadlines
Ability to handle diverse communications assignments
Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgmentDemonstrated computer skills including:
Advanced desktop publishing (Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign)
Advanced photo editing (Adobe Photoshop)
Advanced web design (HTML, CSS, WordPress)
Advanced word processing (MS Word)
Advanced presentation software (MS PowerPoint)
Intermediate spreadsheets (MS Excel)
Intermediate Project management software (Asana)
Advanced database management (MS Access)

**Additional Notes**:
Same Peak periods for this position: Dependent upon scheduled events and initiativesVacation restriction: Define the restriction: Vacation may be restricted due to other staff-approved absences and operational requirements.

***York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.**
***We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.**
***PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.

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