Marketing & Communications Student Assistant

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Post End Date:February 22, 2026 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group)

We are seeking a dynamic and creative individual to join our team as the Communications, Marketing & Engagement Assistant. In this position, you will contribute to the planning and execution of marketing & engagement strategies for Career Education initiatives, while also serving as a frontline member of the Career Education Team. Your work will involve coordinating digital and print marketing materials, working on engagement activities, providing exceptional customer service, and supporting students in their career exploration and job search.

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing/Communications/Engagement Support:

• Assist in the creation and execution of engagement strategies for career events, workshops, and programs.
• Work with the Career Education Team to develop marketing and promotional materials for CCEE initiatives, ensuring alignment with Brock's Branding Standards.
• Design engaging digital content, including graphics for social media and print using tools like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Update content for social media accounts to keep students informed on Career Education programs and events using tools such as Loomly
• Assist in the planning and dissemination of surveys, polls, and focus groups for evaluating marketing efforts and gathering feedback.
• Provide feedback and assist with setting measurable goals for digital marketing campaigns.

Career Education & Engagement:

• Provide exceptional customer service to students, offering guidance on career exploration and job search strategies, both in-person and virtually.
• Engage students in career conversations, triaging inquiries and referring them to the appropriate staff members or resources.
• Provide feedback on job search documents such as resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and portfolios.
• Collaborate with Career Education staff to develop training materials and resources to support student engagement and career development.
• Monitor and respond to inquiries and assist with data entry and experience verification through the Co-Curricular Record (CCR) system.
• Work with various members of the Career Education Team to plan and coordinate activities for the upcoming academic year, ensuring timely preparation for events.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of career education services and provide recommendations for improvements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Critical thinking, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and video editing software.
• Comfortable with social media platforms (posting, engagement, content creation).
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to adapt your communication style to different audiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering quality customer service and upholding professional standards while handling inquiries and providing feedback.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A desire to engage in professional development and to receive constructive feedback to improve performance.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum completion of second year in a relevant post-secondary program.
• Preference given to candidates enrolled in programs that balance social, creative, and technical skills development (e.g., Marketing, Communications, or related fields).
• Understanding of career development resources and interest in career development.

Additional Information:

• This role provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in communications/marketing/engagement and career education support, allowing you to contribute to important student-facing services while honing your skills in content creation, event promotion, and customer service. If you're passionate about helping students succeed and eager to engage in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this position is for you.
• Interviews will take place End of Feb./Beginning of March
• Hours- 35 hours/week
• Hourly Rate $17.60

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact   if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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