Communications Coordinator - Competition # 2025-078

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Communications Coordinator to manage various communication functions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in journalism, photography, and digital media. Responsibilities include event support, content creation, and managing promotional materials. Flexible working hours are required, and preference will be given to First Nations applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong journalism, public relations, and digital media skills.
• Understanding of First Nations communities and issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with videography and photography at events.
• Manage all photographic and video content from capture to editing.
• Publicize success stories through various communication channels.

Skills

Journalism skills

Public relations expertise

Photography skills

Videography skills

Digital media skills

Graphic design

Social media expertise

Event coordination

Excellent written communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Post-secondary education in Journalism or Public Relations

Tools

Photoshop

Lightroom

Job description

Communications Coordinator - Competition # 2025-078

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief of Staff and working in collaboration with the Communications Team, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for a wide range of communication functions.

Key Activities

1. Support Grand Chief for events and travel itinerary.
2. Assist with videography and photography at all events.
3. Serve as AMC's primary videographer and photographer for promotional and digital media content.
4. Manage all photographic and video content from capture to editing.
5. Curate a gallery of images and videos for marketing and press.
6. Provide graphic design support and create content using various media formats.
7. Coordinate activities and materials for photo and video shoots.
8. Film videos on location and ensure equipment readiness.
9. Collaborate with the communications team to maintain efficiency.
10. Produce and coordinate promotional materials, including the AMC annual report.
11. Prepare presentations and communications for the Grand Chief and senior managers.
12. Publicize success stories, goals, and objectives through various communication channels.
13. Perform additional duties and projects related to communications as needed.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Journalism, Public Relations, Creative Communications, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong journalism, public relations, photography, videography, and digital media skills.
• Proficiency with editing tools (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.) and asset management software.
• Graphic design and social media expertise.
• Experience with event coordination and communication practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of First Nations communities and issues.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and work collaboratively.
• Ability to create written content independently without AI assistance.
• Experience working with media and in content creation across disciplines.
• Knowledge of social media analytics, website design, and relevant software.
• Interpersonal skills, political acumen, and discretion.

Conditions of Employment

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references by 4:00 p.m. on July 30, 2025, to:

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3

Quote Competition # 2025-078 in your application.

Apply via BambooHR at https://manitobachiefs.com/about/job-opportunities/

Preference given to First Nations people. Verification of Indigenous identity may be required.

Visit our website at www.manitobachiefs.com for more information.