Communications Specialist Summer Youth Worker

Sci Ab; Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

SCI Alberta is seeking a Creative Communications Specialist Summer Youth Worker to help tell our story, grow our digital presence, and support campaigns that connect our community with vital programs.

Youll develop content for social media, manage mailing lists, and assist with event promotions, while collaborating with staff and partners to ensure accessible, engaging communications for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to tone and accessibility.
• Proficiency with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and scheduling tools.
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Brevo, Keela, Mailchimp, Constant Contact) and basic HTML an asset.
• Working knowledge of websites and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and schedule engaging content across social media channels.
• Create engaging media collateral that increases visibility and reach of SCI-AB's core services.
• Develop and manage automated mailing lists and subscriber segments.
• Collaborate with Philanthropy Manager to develop promotional materials that align with branding.
• Contribute to research and knowledge-sharing initiatives, ensuring findings are presented clearly and accessibly.
• Track analytics and engagement data to inform communication strategies.
• Collaborate with staff and external partners to promote events, campaigns, and key initiatives.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Storytelling

Social media

Tools

WordPress

HTML basics

Job description

We're looking for a creative and motivated Communications Specialist Summer Youth Worker to join our team. You'll play a
hands-on role in telling our story, growing our digital presence, and supporting campaigns that connect our community with
vital programs and resources.

Qualifications & Skills:

Includes but may not be limited to:

Communications Specialist Summer Youth Worker

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer or Designate

Hybrid within Alberta Position Type:

Temporary Duration: 280 hours to be completed by August 31, 2026

Start Date: Flexible between June 1 st – 15 th 2026.

Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to tone and accessibility. Proficiency with social media
platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and scheduling tools. Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g.,
Brevo, Keela, Mailchimp, Constant Contact) and basic HTML an asset.

Working knowledge of websites and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).

This is an excellent opportunity for a youth worker interested in and pursuing a career in marketing, communications,

journalism, public relations, business or a related field to gain practical non-profit experience.

This position plays a key role in advancing the SCI Alberta mission by connecting and engaging our community through

creative and accessible communication. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, passionate about storytelling, and

driven to inform, inspire, and strengthen community connections.

This year, specific projects will include but not be limited to developing marketing and communication plans for the Neuro

Rehabilitation Centre in Calgary, the Cross Disability Support Service Program in Edmonton, and advertising for SCI-AB

signature BBQ events in Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer.

Plan, create, and schedule engaging content across social media channels. Create engaging media collateral that increases the visibility and reach of SCI-AB's core services. Develop and manage automated mailing lists and subscriber segments. Collaborate with Philanthropy Manager to develop promotional materials that align with organizational branding. Contribute to research and knowledge-sharing initiatives, ensuring findings are presented clearly and accessibly. Track analytics and engagement data to inform communication strategies. Collaborate with staff and external partners to promote events, campaigns, and key initiatives.

Communications Specialist Summer Youth Worker

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer or Designate

Hybrid within Alberta Position Type:

Temporary Duration: 280 hours to be completed by August 31, 2026

Start Date: Flexible between June 1 st – 15 th 2026.

Role Description:

We're looking for a creative and motivated Communications Specialist Summer Youth Worker to join our team. You'll play a hands-on role in telling our story, growing our digital presence, and supporting campaigns that connect our community with vital programs and resources.

This is an excellent opportunity for a youth worker interested in and pursuing a career in marketing, communications,

journalism, public relations, business or a related field to gain practical non-profit experience.

This position plays a key role in advancing the SCI Alberta mission by connecting and engaging our community through

creative and accessible communication. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, passionate about storytelling, and

driven to inform, inspire, and strengthen community connections.

This year, specific projects will include but not be limited to developing marketing and communication plans for the Neuro

Rehabilitation Centre in Calgary, the Cross Disability Support Service Program in Edmonton, and advertising for SCI-AB

signature BBQ events in Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer.

Includes but may not be limited to:

Plan, create, and schedule engaging content across social media channels. Create engaging media collateral that increases the visibility and reach of SCI-AB's core services. Develop and manage automated mailing lists and subscriber segments. Collaborate with Philanthropy Manager to develop promotional materials that align with organizational branding. Contribute to research and knowledge-sharing initiatives, ensuring findings are presented clearly and accessibly. Track analytics and engagement data to inform communication strategies. Collaborate with staff and external partners to promote events, campaigns, and key initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to tone and accessibility. Proficiency with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and scheduling tools. Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Brevo, Keela, Mailchimp, Constant Contact) and basic HTML an asset.

Working knowledge of websites and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).