Communications Officer - OA5 (AESES)

UM Careers; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Manitoba's FKRM seeks a Communications Officer to lead digital and print communications, develop stories for multiple channels and maintain web content. The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, staff and students to connect audiences with faculty initiatives and events.

The position requires extensive experience in marketing communications, proficiency with design tools and analytics, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal post-secondary program in Marketing or Creative Communications.
• Minimum of four years of related experience in marketing and communications.
• Experience in writing, digital marketing, media relations and content creation.

Responsibilities

• Create and disseminate marketing materials for FKRM and units.
• Develop stories and content for websites, email, social media and newsletters.
• Maintain faculty websites and manage email lists with marketing software.
• Plan paid campaigns and coordinate with events and graphic design teams.
• Prepare news releases and liaise with internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Marketing communications

Social media planning

Digital marketing

Media relations

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Cloud

Design software

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Drupal/SharePoint/SideArm

Education

Post-secondary program in Marketing/Creative Communications

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Drupal/SharePoint/SideArm

Job description

Faculty of Kinesiology & Rec. Management

Position number: 33997

Date posted: October 9, 2026

Job details

Communications Officer - OA5 (AESES)

Regular Continuing Full-Time (Budget Funded)

Full-time: Yes

Permanent: Yes

Work schedule: 35 Hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)

Salary: $26.62 to $36.41 per hour ($48,448.40 to $66,266.20 per annum)

Expected Start Date November 16, 2026

840 hours worked

Qualifications

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Completion of a formal post-secondary program from a recognized institution in a related discipline such as Marketing, Creative Communications, etc required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of four years of directly related experience in marketing, communications, or digital media is required.
• Experience in writing, strategic communications, digital marketing and media relations is required.
• Experience writing and creating print and digital materials is preferred.
• Experience developing social media plans, deploying content and scheduling of posts is required.
• Knowledge of the university regulations and experience in an academic environment preferred.
• Experience working within a team is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, and attention to the accuracy of grammar, spelling and punctuation are required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, social media platforms, and email marketing software is required.
• Advanced proficiency with design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Photoshop InDesign, and Illustrator required.
• Experience working with Hootsuite, Google analytics, Facebook insights and other analytics tools is required.
• Advanced news judgment and knowledge of news media are required.
• Advanced skill as an interviewer is required.
• Proficiency with Canadian Press style is required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to prioritize and manage multiple projects required.
• Creative and flexible, with the ability to adapt communication approaches and solutions to meet the needs of a diverse range of clients and stakeholders required.
• Detail-oriented approach to tasks required.
• Must be able to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.
• The ability to organize content, modify images (scanning, Photoshop) and use web content management systems (e.g., Drupal, SharePoint, SideArm) is required.
• Proven ability to independently prioritize work and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects and competing priorities is required.
• Ability to organize and manage projects and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students and other communication professionals is required.
• Cultural sensitivity, open-mindedness, adaptability, and respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds is required.
• Satisfactory work record, including attendance and punctuality, is required.

Key responsibilities

Digital and Print Communication

• Creates, coordinates, and disseminates marketing and communications materials for the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management (FKRM) and its units, including reports, large-scale posters, brochures, newsletters, promotional materials and other print and digital collateral.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to identify and develop stories, news, achievements, events, research dissemination, and other content that inform and engage students, faculty and staff, alumni, donors and external audiences, contributing to a strong sense of connection to the faculty.
• Develops written and multimedia content for faculty communication channels, including the faculty website, email communications, social media, UMToday and other digital platforms, in consultation with the Manager, Marketing and Communications and other members of the Marketing and Communications team.
• Manages, updates, and maintains faculty websites and unit web pages ensuring content is current, accurate, accessible and aligned with faculty and University brand and communications standards. Coordinates regular email communications and mailing list management using faculty email marketing software, working with faculty units and the Marketing and Communications team to develop timely and audience-appropriate communications.
• Works with the faculty Marketing Coordinator with the planning and execution of paid marketing campaigns, email marketing, and other general marketing that support faculty initiatives, student recruitment, events, and outreach.
• Collaborates with the faculty Event Coordinator to develop communication materials, signage, special programs, project schedule, audio/visual requirements, as well as assist with set up and take down of materials.
• Collaborates with the faculty Graphic Designer to assist with visual and graphic content for faculty communications and marketing initiatives. Contributes to the planning, development and maintenance of faculty social media content and platforms in collaboration with the marketing and communications team members.
• Prepares and disseminates news releases and materials for media as required, in consultation with the Manager, Marketing and Communications and University Strategic Communications.
• Supports communications and engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships with the faculty’s internal and external communities, including students, faculty and staff, alumni, donors, partners and other stakeholders.

Photography and Videography

• Collaborates with faculty units and the Marketing and Communications team to identify opportunities for photography and video content that showcase faculty activities, people, programs, achievements, research and community impact.
• Captures, edits, and produces video and images content for the faculty and its units for use across websites, social media, digital communications.
• Assists faculty Event Coordinator with organizing photoshoots, including booking photographers, developing shot lists, coordinating logistics and supporting other related tasks.
• Organizes and maintains digital image and media library ensuring content is appropriately organized, accessible to the Marketing and Communications team, and prepared for use across various communication platforms.
• Supports the sharing and distribution of approved photography and multimedia content to faculty units and communication channels as required.

Administrative/Other

• Works collaboratively as a member of the Marketing and Communication team, contributing ideas, expertise and feedback through team meetings, planning discussion and shared projects.
• Supports other team members and share responsibilities during high-volume or peak periods to ensure effective and timely delivery of faculty communications.
• Liaise with internal departments, central communications, and external vendors as needed.
• Assist with placing orders and coordinating suppliers and external vendors as required.
• Ensures communications, marketing and related activities comply with University of Manitoba policies, procedures, accessibility requirements, brand standards and other applicable guidelines.
• Attends and actively participates in Marketing and Communications team meetings and activities and represents the department and faculty as required.
• Serve on faculty committees as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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