Communication Officer

Concordia University - Sir George Williams Campus; Quebec; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Concordia University - Sir George Williams Campus invites applications for a Communications Officer to support the Volt-Age program’s communications and knowledge mobilization activities. The role focuses on creating engaging content, managing digital channels, and supporting events and materials.

Reporting to the Manager of Knowledge Mobilization and Communications, you will collaborate with researchers and stakeholders to tell compelling stories while maintaining brand standards across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field.
• Minimum two years of experience in communications.
• Bilingual in English and French with strong writing skills.
• Experience with social media accounts and digital content development.
• Experience updating websites using a CMS and producing newsletters.

Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and publish content across Volt-Age's social media platforms.
• Create multimedia content including graphics and short-form videos.
• Write, edit, and proofread articles, announcements, and promotional materials.
• Maintain the Volt-Age website using the University CMS.
• Coordinate the production of Volt-Age newsletters and event materials.
• Support conferences, workshops, webinars, and other events.

Skills

Bilingual English-French

Social media management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

CMS

Job description

Concordia University - Sir George Williams Campus

• Posting period: August 24, 2026 – September 8, 2026
• Anticipated Contract duration: October 13 2026 – October 13 2027, with the possibility of renewal
• Salary: $27.03 - $46.79/hour, commensurate with education and experience
• Position title: Communication Officer
• PI or immediate supervisor: Dr. Karim Zaghib

Note: This position is a CARE unionized position and subject to all conditions of the CARE Collective Agreement

About Volt-Age at Concordia UniversityConcordia University is advancing towards a resilient, decarbonized society through the Volt-Age research program, an initiative emphasizing innovative technologies for sustainable electrification. We invite you to contribute to this mission and help shape the future of energy.

Position OverviewVolt-Age is seeking a highly organized, creative, and collaborative Communication Officer to support the program's communications and knowledge mobilization activities. With functional reporting to the Manager, Knowledge Mobilization and Communications, the Communication Officer will play a key role in developing engaging digital content, maintaining Volt-Age's online presence, supporting events, and helping communicate the impact of one of Canada's largest research initiatives.

Responsibilities

Communications

• Develop, schedule, and publish content across Volt-Age's social media platforms, ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
• Develop and edit multimedia content, including graphics, photos, and short-form videos.
• Create compelling written and visual content including news stories, profiles, event promotions, and project highlights.
• Write, edit, and proofread articles, announcements, and promotional materials.
• Maintain and update the Volt-Age website using the University's content management system, ensuring content remains current, accurate, and accessible.
• Coordinate the production of Volt-Age's newsletters.
• Support the preparation of annual reports, brochures, presentations, and other communication materials.
• Collaborate with researchers and internal and external stakeholders to identify compelling stories and communication opportunities.
• Ensure communications adhere to Volt-Age and Concordia University brand standards.
• Maintain communications calendars and assist in tracking project deliverables and deadlines.
• Monitor performance and engagement, providing recommendations to improve reach and impact.
• Support media monitoring and maintain communication metrics and analytics.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Events Support

• Support the planning and delivery of conferences, workshops, webinars, and other related events.
• Coordinate photography, videography, and social media coverage during events.
• Assist in the development and distribution of event communication materials.
• Assist with logistics before, during, and after events, including participant communications and on-site support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field.
• Minimum two years of experience in communications.
• Bilingual in English and French, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing organizational social media accounts and developing digital content.
• Knowledge of graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and basic photo/video editing.
• Experience updating websites using a content management system (CMS).
• Experience producing newsletters using email marketing platforms.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality communications.
• Experience supporting conferences or events is considered a strong asset.

Territorial AcknowledgementConcordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment EquityConcordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

AccessibilityConcordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact [email protected] to this effect.

Immigration StatusAll qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.