Digital Communications & Event Coordinator

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Communications & Event Coordinator to enhance student engagement through innovative marketing strategies. This role involves creating digital media plans, leading social media initiatives, and managing event promotions. You will be responsible for conducting market research, overseeing content creation, and training casual staff. Join a vibrant team dedicated to promoting wellness and physical activity at a prestigious university. If you are passionate about communication and event coordination, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the student community while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Health and dental plans

Health spending account

Employee and family assistance program

Tuition assistance program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in digital communications or event coordination.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop digital media plans and lead social media strategies for the department.
• Conduct market research and manage content creation for various platforms.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Self-starter

Supervisory Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Undergraduate degree in Communications

Undergraduate degree in Sports Management

Undergraduate degree in Public Relations

Job description

Digital Communications & Event Coordinator

Position Title: Digital Communications & Event Coordinator

Department/Unit: Varsity

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Posting Number: S360-24

Employee Group: NSGEU Local 77

Position Type: Regular, On-Going

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $31.61 - $40.03 per hour ($57,533 - $72,853 per annum, 35 hours per week)

Job Summary: Athletics and Recreation takes a holistic approach to enhancing the Dalhousie experience by creating and sharing ways to engage and connect students through physical activity and wellness, contributing to student success. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Marketing, Communications and events, the Coordinator communicates and promotes the activities of the department including varsity games, facility services, camps, intramurals, and events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate effective digital media plans to market events and activities within the department and communicate key information internally and externally.
• Lead the social media strategy for the department’s various channels, staying up to date on trends, emerging platforms, and best practices. Curate and maintain the athletics.dal.ca website with over 100 pages.
• Complete market research for the fitness, recreation, intramural, and varsity sections of the department, including social listening, research, and developing and executing surveys for students and members to gather feedback on current activities.
• Direct graphic design, photography, videography, and writing staff to create content for all plans and activities for the various social media platforms.
• Plan and evaluate promotional activities at events, actively coaching the promotion team executing the activities to enhance the fan experience at games and events.
• Responsible for hiring and training around 50 casual staff. Generate shift schedules and develop staffing plans for events.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Communications, Sports Management, or Public Relations with approximately three to five years of relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task effectively.
• Self-starter with strong administration experience and the ability to work independently, but thrive in a team environment.
• Supervisory experience.

Assets: The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies, in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Adaptability
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills
• Communication

Additional Information: Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program, and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration: Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.

Diversity Statement: Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

• Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter