Communications Coordinator

St.Amant; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Manitoba is seeking a Communications Coordinator to manage digital communications and support internal and external messaging. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and interpersonal skills, and experience in communication fields. This role is essential for advocating awareness about services and fostering a positive culture among staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• One year related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with website updates and newsletters.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement effective digital communications strategy.
• Ensure public awareness of St.Amant’s programs and services.
• Support a positive culture experienced by staff.

Skills

Excellent writing and storytelling skills

Social media literacy

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Public speaking skills

Education

Grade XII or recognized equivalent

Diploma or degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Google Analytics

Creative Cloud Suite

Meta Business

LinkedIn Advertising

Job description

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centered approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect.

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves - free from fear of discrimination - while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Position Summary and Scope of Service

Reporting to the Manager and consistent with the mission, values and policies of St.Amant, the Communications Coordinator is a critical role in ensuring the success of St.Amant business and operations.

Exemplifying the mission, vision and values of St.Amant, the Communications Coordinator works collaboratively with partnered programs while offering employees respectful customer service. They are responsible for planning and implementing effective digital communications strategy and ongoing evaluation for St.Amant (including the Research Centre) and supporting the St.Amant Foundation communications plans.

The focus of this position is on external communications that will ensure that the general public and other audiences are fully aware of St.Amant’s news, information, programs and services, while also advocating and elevating the perception of people labelled with intellectual disability. This position also focuses on internal communication between all program areas and the over 2,000 employees and volunteers that work with St.Amant. This position is critical to supporting a positive, transparent and compassionate culture experienced by staff in the organization.

St.Amant values and promotes volunteerism in the workplace. Volunteers bring optimism and enthusiasm, create positive energy, share diverse perspectives and are an integral part of the work we do. As such and in keeping with the values of our organization, the incumbent to this role is encouraged to actively support, train, mentor, collaborate and invest in volunteer initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

• Grade XII or recognized equivalent
• Diploma or degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration or other related field

Professional

• One year related experience preferred
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills
• Demonstrated social media literacy and experience with website updates and newsletter platforms
• Experience Google Analytics, Meta Business, LinkedIn and other digital advertising platforms
• Experience with Google Business or Google for Nonprofits considered an asset
• Experience with A/V production (livestreaming, video work)
• Basic knowledge of graphic design principles and Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Canva, etc.)
• Previous experience interacting with the media is preferred
• Previous experience negotiating and buying advertising is an asset
• Previous experience in special events an asset
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the use of various common software applications, which may include, but is not limited to: word processing, publishing, database, internet, email applications
• Excellent marketing skills to promote and raise the profile of St.Amant and the St.Amant Foundation

Personal

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with French skills considered a definite asset
• Excellent planning, organizational and problem solving skills
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills