Communications and Enrolment Associate

Trent University; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Trent University seeks a Communications and Enrolment Associate to enhance university recruitment and manage public profile. The role involves supporting strategic planning, budgeting, and managing communications for the Vice President. Ideal candidates are skilled in communications and office management, seeking to contribute to a diverse university environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in university recruitment and enrolment.
• Strong communication skills for media relations.
• Ability to manage crisis communications.

Responsibilities

• Support Vice President in strategic enrolment management goals.
• Manage marketing and communications for university reputation.
• Provide general administrative support to management team.

Skills

Office management

Budgeting

Excellence in communications

Job description

Job Title : Communications and Enrolment Associate Date Posted : June 05, 2025

Job Number : X-385

Band : 5

Department : Office of the Vice President, Communications & Enrolment

Supervisor Title : Vice President, Communications & Enrolment

Status : Full-time (35 hours per week), 18-month contract

Location : Peterborough

Salary Range : $77,494 - $103,325 per annum i.e. $2,980.54 - $3,974.04 bi-weekly

Start Date : August 2025

Job Purpose :

Reporting to the Vice-President, Communications & Enrolment, the Communications & Enrolment Associate is a key member of the Communications & Enrolment portfolio, which is responsible for University recruitment and enrolment as well as managing Trent’s reputation, encompassing Marketing & Communications, Recruitment & Admissions, and the Colleges of Trent University. Emphasizing office management, budgeting, and excellence in communications, this position supports the Vice President Communications & Enrolment and the entire management team across the portfolio in the planning, development and implementation of plans supporting the Trent brand, public profile and overall strategic enrolment management goals of the University. Working with senior representatives from all University departments and programs, this position helps to unify planning, budgeting and strategic documents, while providing support and back-up for the Director, Communications and Communications Officers on issues management, media relations, confidential administrative messaging, and crisis / emergency communications. This position also provides general administrative support to the Vice President, Communication & Enrolment, the portfolio, and its various committees.

For more information, please view the full Position Description or visit trentu.ca / employment .

To Apply : Those interested in applying are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and application form (if applicable), by email [emailprotected] (Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF) no later than the above closing date at 4 : 00 p.m. Please note your full name and the job title in the subject line of your email (i.e. First and Last Name – Job Title). Applications from external candidates will be considered only when accompanied bya completedEmployment Application Form.

Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document / publication, please [emailprotected] .

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