Communications & Events Coordinator

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications & Events Coordinator to enhance its visibility and community relations. This role involves developing and implementing strategic communications plans, creating engaging content for various platforms, and coordinating events to promote student engagement. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills and a strong background in marketing and event planning. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a vibrant educational environment and making a meaningful impact in the community. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and contribute to the university's mission of student success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in marketing, communications, and office administration.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Experience managing workflows and compiling reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communications plans.
• Create content for advertisements, newsletters, and event guides.
• Liaise with university administration and community partners.

Skills

Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills

Event planning and coordination

Creative and critical thinking skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Organizational and research skills

Customer service ethic

Data entry and computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Drupal

Adobe Creative Suite

BANNER (student information system)

FAST (reporting software)

Job description

We are currently seeking a Communications & Events Coordinator to join our Faculty of Arts team.

Job Overview

The Communications & Events Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive department/faculty communications plans for the department/faculty at KPU to enhance the profile of KPU with increased visibility, branding, promotions and community relations to support recruitment, admissions, retention, and global and/or local engagement activities. The coordinator creates content for print and digital advertisements, email department/faculty communications, internal and external newsletters, event guides and programs, and KPU marketing pieces. The Coordinator plans and executes the strategic department/faculty communications plan and oversees department/faculty communications. The Coordinator liaises with university administration, faculty, staff, students, and community partners to build effective relationships that enable KPU to optimize student recruitment, retention, and conversion, promote and enhance student life, increase engagement, and bring brand awareness of KPU to both local and audiences.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing or a relevant discipline, plus at least three years' experience in marketing, communications and office administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Administrative experience considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English. Proven ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Strong writing, proofreading and editing skills.
• Demonstrated experience with planning and coordinating events in an institutional or corporate environment.
• Strong creative and critical thinking skills as well as proven problem-solving skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge and proven administrative experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing workflows; developing and deploying communications and compiling analytics and reports.
• Outstanding interpersonal communications skills and ability to develop positive public relations.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Strong organizational and research skills, the ability to work as part of an integrated team and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility, work independently and establish own priorities to meet deadlines.
• Experience with student information systems such as BANNER and reporting software such as FAST an asset.
• Strong intercultural communication skills and experience interacting with people of various ages, backgrounds, cultures and languages with a high level of professionalism, cultural awareness, and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Excellent customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
• Top level skills entering or importing data into computer programs.
• A minimum of 50 wpm with a high degree of accuracy is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), Drupal (website content management system), mail merges, email, and web searches, as well as experience with Adobe Creative Suite or other graphic design, photo editing, and videography program
• Must be able to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as needed.
• Travel to different working locations may be required.

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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.