Communications Coordinator

Union-of-Nova-Scotia-Mi'kma; Cole Harbour; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Union-of-Nova-Scotia-Mi'kma is seeking a Communications Coordinator to plan, develop, and implement communications strategies that advance the Mawkim Team's priorities. The role ensures culturally appropriate, clear communications across internal and external channels and collaborates with the Outreach Coordinator to reflect community engagement outcomes.

The successful candidate will work at Membertou or Cole Harbour offices, with some travel and occasional evenings or weekends as needed, and

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, public relations, marketing, content development, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of experience, education, training, and community knowledge will be considered.
• Experience working with Mi’kmaw or Indigenous communities is an asset.
• Strong written, verbal, and editing skills.
• Knowledge of digital communications and content development.
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaw communities, culture, and protocols is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications strategies and plans that support strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with leadership, team members, and partners to identify communications needs and key messages.
• Research, write, edit, and coordinate communications materials for a variety of audiences and platforms.
• Develop newsletters, presentations, reports, promotional materials, and other communications products.
• Coordinate the creation of visual and multimedia content, including graphics, infographics, and videos.
• Manage and maintain website content, social media platforms, and digital communication channels.
• Ensure communications are accurate, accessible, culturally appropriate, and aligned with organizational branding and messaging.
• Track communications activities, prepare reports, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communications experience

Public relations

Marketing

Content development

Strong writing/editing

Digital communications

Organizational and project coord.

Teamwork / independent work

Job description

Position Title

Communications Coordinator
Supervisor: Governance Manager
Location: Membertou or Cole Harbour Office (other work locations may be considered)
Employment Term: Full-Time (One Year with Possibility of Extension)

Scope of Position

Reporting to the Governance Manager, the Communications Coordinator is responsible
for planning, developing, and implementing communications strategies that support the
goals and priorities of the Mawkim Team. The position ensures clear, consistent, and
culturally appropriate communications across internal and external channels and works
collaboratively with the Outreach Coordinator to ensure community engagement
outcomes are accurately reflected in communications materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications strategies and plans that support strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with leadership, team members, and partners to identify communications needs and key messages.
• Research, write, edit, and coordinate communications materials for a variety of audiences and platforms.
• Develop newsletters, presentations, reports, promotional materials, and other communications products.
• Coordinate the creation of visual and multimedia content, including graphics, infographics, and videos.
• Manage and maintain website content, social media platforms, and digital communication channels.
• Ensure communications are accurate, accessible, culturally appropriate, and aligned with organizational branding and messaging.
• Track communications activities, prepare reports, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, public relations, marketing, content development, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of experience, education, training, and community knowledge will be considered.
• Experience working with Mi’kmaw or Indigenous communities is an asset.
• Strong written, verbal, and editing skills.
• Knowledge of digital communications and content development.
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaw communities, culture, and protocols is an asset.

Ability to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.
Valid driver’s license is considered an asset.

• Please note that the duties outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and other
  duties may be required.

Cultural Safety and Respectful Engagement

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to culturally safe, respectful,
and inclusive practices that reflect Mi'kmaq values, perspectives, and ways of knowing.
They will foster positive relationships, communicate respectfully, and contribute to a
workplace environment grounded in cultural humility, reconciliation, and continuous learning.

Closing: September 11th