Coordinator, Marketing & Communications

Inn From the Cold; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Calgary is seeking a Coordinator, Marketing & Communications to enhance visibility and fundraising efforts. This role will assist in crafting communications, managing digital content, and supporting storytelling to promote the organization's mission. Candidates should have a relevant degree and communications experience, with a passion for community work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer paid extended health benefits

Flexible work environment

Paid vacation starting at three weeks

Annual health spending account

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional communications, marketing or public relations experience is preferred.
• Proven aptitude with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office365.
• Familiarity with videography, editing and photography is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day activities of the Marketing & Communications Team.
• Assist with the implementation of the organization’s marketing communications strategy.
• Provide support in developing digital storytelling and advocacy content.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office365

WordPress

MailChimp

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Google Ads

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or digital marketing

Job description

Are you a changemaker? Come on INN!

Who Are We? We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family have a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience.

What Are We Looking For?

• Position Title Coordinator, Marketing & Communications
  
• Job Type Full time
  
• Department Philanthropy and Campaigns
  
• Reports to Manager, Marketing & Communications

Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Marketing & Communications, the Coordinator, Marketing & Communications, plays a supportive role in the development of engaging communications materials and digital content. This position assists in implementing strategies to enhance the organization’s visibility, brand, and fundraising efforts. The Coordinator contributes to storytelling, content creation, and day-to-day communications activities that help share Inn from the Cold’s mission with the broader public. Working closely with the Marketing & Communications team and other departments, the Coordinator helps ensure consistent, timely, and meaningful communications that reinforce Inn from the Cold’s role as a trusted leader in supporting families experiencing homelessness.

What You’ll Do

• Support the day-to-day activities of the Marketing & Communications Team by assisting with communications and marketing tasks that help strengthen Inn from the Cold’s voice and presence in the community.
  
• Assist with the implementation of the organization’s marketing communications strategy by helping create and distribute educational and engaging content.
  
• Provide support in developing digital storytelling and advocacy content for online and social media platforms.
  
• Assist in drafting and editing written content for various communications and fundraising materials, including blogs, newsletters, fact sheets, and social media posts.
  
• Help create visual assets by supporting the development of videos, photos, graphics, and other branded materials.
  
• Assist with posting and monitoring content on Inn from the Cold’s social media channels (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube).
  
• Support the coordination and distribution of the monthly external newsletter, ‘The INNside Scoop’.
  
• Assist with the creation and formatting of internal communications such as the monthly staff newsletter, ‘The INNsider’.
  
• Provide logistical and administrative support for community engagement events.
  
• Assist with media relations tasks such as compiling media lists, tracking coverage, and supporting the drafting of press materials.

This position description reflects the general duties of the role, but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. The Coordinator, Marketing & Communications may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.

What You Bring to Our Mission

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or digital marketing
  
• One to three years of professional communications, marketing or public relations experience is preferred, although a new graduate will be considered
  
• Proven aptitude with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office365
  
• Strong working knowledge of WordPress, MailChimp, Hootsuite, Google Analytics and, Google Ads
  
• Familiarity with videography, editing and photography is considered an asset
  
• Familiarity with writing and design for social media and web, generating traffic and engagement
  What We Offer We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total compensation to all staff, including:
  
• Competitive salary, where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum
  
• Focus on health and wellbeing, including access to employer paid extended health benefits, dental benefits, annual health spending account and employer matched RRSP contributions
  
• Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
  
• Work life balance, including paid vacation starting at three weeks, wellness days, and 12 paid statutory holidays
  
• Supportive and flexible work environment, with ongoing training and development opportunities
  
• Potlucks, celebrations, employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun
  
• Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation, aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
  
• Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

What We Offer
We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total compensation to all staff, including:

• Competitive salary, where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum
  
• Focus on health and wellbeing, including access to employer paid extended health benefits, dental benefits, annual health spending account and employer matched RRSP contributions
  
• Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
  
• Work life balance, including paid vacation starting at three weeks, wellness days, and 12 paid statutory holidays
  
• Supportive and flexible work environment, with ongoing training and development opportunities
  
• Potlucks, celebrations, employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun
  
• Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation, aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
  
• Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Our Commitment

Join us in a workplace where your actions contribute to breaking down barriers, fostering equity, and creating a truly inclusive and antiracist space. At Inn from the Cold, you're not just an employee but a crucial part of a community, making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The INN is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about our mission and can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of talents and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age or veteran status, or any other non-merit-based or legally protected grounds.

Join Our Team

We are excited to hear from you! We invite you to join our movement to end family homelessness in our city. If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications above, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

The successful candidate must satisfactorily complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.

Inn from the Cold is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] before your interview.