Digital Content & Social Media Assistant

Lakehead University; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakehead University is hiring two part-time outreach assistants to support inclusive, peer-focused campaigns that raise awareness of campus supports and services. The role involves researching student needs, creating engaging content for a diverse student audience, and helping implement outreach activities across Academic Advising, Financial Aid, Career Services, and Wellness.

Ideal for current students or recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in inclusive education and student success

Qualifications

• Strong written communication and research skills.
• Ability to develop engaging content for a student audience.
• Interest in student engagement, accessibility, inclusion, and post-secondary student success.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Research student needs, experiences, and engagement strategies.
• Develop inclusive, student-focused content and tailored messaging.
• Assist with implementing outreach campaigns to improve student awareness and engagement.
• Promote university resources and services related to Academic Advising, Financial Aid and Budgeting, Career Services, Student Health and Wellness, and Student Success.

Skills

Strong written communication

Research skills

Content development

Independent and collaborative work

Interest in equity and inclusion

Job description

Lakehead University has received external funding through the Ontario Postsecondary Access and Inclusion Program (OPAIP) to support underrepresented students in accessing post-secondary education through outreach, transition, and retention initiatives.

Two part-time positions, open to current post-secondary or recent graduates to support the development and implementation of inclusive, peer-focused outreach campaigns to increase awareness of university supports and services.

Responsibilities

• Research student needs, experiences, and engagement strategies.
• Develop inclusive, student-focused content and tailored messaging.
• Assist with implementing outreach campaigns to improve student awareness and engagement.
• Promote university resources and services related to Academic Advising, Financial Aid and Budgeting, Career Services, Student Health and Wellness, and Student Success.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication and research skills.
• Ability to develop engaging content for a student audience.
• Interest in student engagement, accessibility, inclusion, and post-secondary student success.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

AI may or may not be used for the screening purposes of this role.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] ext. 8334 or [e-mail] to make appropriate arrangements.