Communications and Events Coordinator

KidsAbility Centre for Child Development; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP

Disability income protection

Vacation entitlements

Paid personal leave

Job summary

KidsAbility Centre for Child Development is seeking a Communications and Events Coordinator to lead a range of internal and external events, content creation, and communications initiatives from its Waterloo location. This full-time role reports to the Director of Marketing & Communications and requires a proactive, organized professional with a passion for community impact.

Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in a related field and 2–5 years of experience, with strong writing,

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of internal and external events, including logistics management, stakeholder communications, and on-site event support.
• Coordinate event operations, including venue arrangements, registration systems, vendor relationships, event materials, and participant experience.
• Provide technical support for virtual and hybrid events, including speaker preparation, audience engagement tools, and live event execution.
• Assist with planning and delivery of organizational events, celebrations, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate incoming communications and marketing requests, helping to manage workflows, timelines, and deliverables through the team's ticketing system.
• Create and maintain website content, ensuring information remains accurate, current, accessible, and aligned with organizational priorities.
• Maintain and support the communications editorial calendar to ensure timely and consistent content delivery.
• Assist with day-to-day communications activities, including inbox management, reporting, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Create and support the development of digital content and communication materials, including social media content, graphics, presentations, and promotional collateral.
• Ensure all communications and marketing materials align with KidsAbility's brand standards, organizational policies, and accessibility requirements.

Skills

Event coordination

Digital content creation

Written & verbal communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Education

Post-secondary education in Communications/Marketing/PR/Event Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Canva

Content management systems (CMS)

Social media scheduling platforms

Ticketing systems

Job description

Salary Range: $63,356.00 To $78,919.00 Annually

Posting Date: September 24, 2026

Closing Date : October 5, 2026

Status: Vacant

Communications and Events Coordinator

Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hr/wk) | Start Date: ASAP | Location: Waterloo

Why Join KidsAbility?

Every year, more than 22,000 children and youth access services across KidsAbility programs to support their growth, development, and well-being. Through innovative, family-centred services, we help children and families navigate challenges, celebrate successes, and achieve meaningful goals. As a non-profit organization serving the Waterloo and Guelph-Wellington regions, we believe that when we work together with compassion, expertise, and purpose, we can make a lasting impact. Join us in helping children, youth, and families discover a future of possibilities.

The impact we make starts with our people. That's why we foster a supportive and purpose-driven workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive. We offer:

• Ongoing professional development, leadership growth, and learning opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and teamwork
• Opportunities to contribute to innovation, research, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Programs that support employee well-being, connection, and work-life balance
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including extended health and dental benefits, an optional group RRSP, disability income protection, generous vacation entitlements, and paid personal leave

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Marketing and Communications, the Communications and Events Coordinator plays a key role in advancing KidsAbility's mission through the delivery of engaging events, effective communications, and collaborative initiatives that support organizational priorities.

In this role, you'll coordinate and support a variety of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events; create and maintain digital content; and contribute to communications projects that engage employees, clients, families, and community partners. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the organization to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, deadlines are met, and communications remain timely, accurate, and impactful.

This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who thrives on variety and enjoys combining creativity, project coordination, relationship building, and event execution in a purpose-driven environment.

Your Impact

As the Communications and Events Coordinator, you will:

• S upport the planning, coordination, and execution of internal and external events, including logistics management, stakeholder communications, and on-site event support
• Coordinate event operations, including venue arrangements, registration systems, vendor relationships, event materials, and participant experience.
• Provide technical support for virtual and hybrid events, including speaker preparation, audience engagement tools, and live event execution.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of organizational events, celebrations, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate incoming communications and marketing requests, helping to manage workflows, timelines, and deliverables through the team's ticketing system.
• Create and maintain website content, ensuring information remains accurate, current, accessible, and aligned with organizational priorities.
• Maintain and support the communications editorial calendar to ensure timely and consistent content delivery.
• Assist with day-to-day communications activities, including inbox management, reporting, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Create and support the development of digital content and communication materials, including social media content, graphics, presentations, and promotional collateral.
• Ensure all communications and marketing materials align with KidsAbility's brand standards, organizational policies, and accessibility requirements.

Your Experience and Expertise

To be successful in this role, you will have post-secondary education in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, or a related field along with 2-5 years of relevant experience.

In addition, you will bring:

• Experience coordinating events, including in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
• Experience creating and maintaining digital content across websites, social media platforms, and other communication channels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and content creation tools such as Canva.
• Experience managing projects, coordinating stakeholders, and supporting cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and provide exceptional service to internal and external partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

The following qualifications would be considered assets:

• Experience working in a healthcare, not-for-profit, or community-based organization.
• Familiarity with website content management systems, social media scheduling platforms, or customer service/ticketing systems.
• Experience supporting employee engagement, recognition, fundraising, or community events.

Valid Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle to support work across multiple sites, as needed, is required.

KidsAbility strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should any applicant require accommodation please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are the core values of KidsAbility. We are a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients and the community. It is the policy of KidsAbility to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from visible minority groups, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information or any other ground protected by applicable law.

Please note that all prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations as directed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Chief Medical Officer of Health .