Communications Coordinator - Saskatoon

Gabriel Dumont Institute; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

The Gabriel Dumont Institute invites applications for the Communications Coordinator position based in Saskatoon, SK. The role coordinates and delivers institutional communications, writing reports, newsletters, and materials; manages the Institute’s website content and social media, and prepares media releases to support brand priorities.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field and a minimum of two years' experience, strong writing/editing skills, project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related communications experience, including coordinating projects, meeting deadlines, and working with stakeholders.
• Strong written, editing, proofreading, research, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Write and produce reports, newsletters, and communications materials.
• Develop and share stories highlighting student and organizational successes.
• Manage GDI website content and social media; prepare media releases; coordinate requests, timelines, and publishing activities.

Skills

Written communication

Project coordination

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

WordPress

Canva

Social media platforms

Job description

Jobs

Communications Coordinator – Saskatoon

Location Type Posting Date Closing Date Saskatoon Full Time Aug 14, 2026 Sep 7, 2026

The Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research invites applications for the following position:

Communications Coordinator

Competition Code: 2601 104S Sep 7

The Communications Coordinator coordinates and delivers a range of institutional communications activities that support the goals and priorities of the Gabriel Dumont Institute.

Responsibilities

The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for writing and producing reports, newsletters, and communications materials; developing and sharing stories that highlight student and organizational successes; managing GDI’s website content and social media channels; preparing media releases; and coordinating communications requests, timelines, and publishing activities. The coordinator works collaboratively with departments, partners, and stakeholders to ensure communications are accurate, timely, professional, and aligned with GDI’s standards, brand, and priorities while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of two (2) years of related communications experience, including experience coordinating projects, managing deadlines, and working with internal and external stakeholders. Strong written, editing, proofreading, research, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, WordPress, Canva, social media platforms, and related communications tools. Experience preparing reports, newsletters, publications, and communications materials for a variety of audiences, as well as knowledge and understanding of Métis culture, history, and communities, are strongly preferred.

Remuneration

Competitive Salary and benefits package

Term

September 2026 to September 2027 (possibility for renewal)

Location

Saskatoon, Sask.

Deadline for receipt of applications

September 7, 2026

The Gabriel Dumont Institute has authority from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively.

Please self-identify in your cover letter if you are Métis.

Only those short listed will be contacted.

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