marketing specialist

Government of Canada - Central; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Newmarket is seeking a skilled professional to develop events and communication strategies. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing public materials, overseeing marketing initiatives, and maintaining media contacts. Candidates should be adept in communication and administrative tasks. The position is on-site, and remote work is not an option.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Experience in developing marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop all kinds of events for publicity.
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs.
• Prepare written material such as reports and website content.

Skills

Communication strategies

Public relations

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
• Develop communication strategies
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs
• Oversee the preparation of public written material
• Prepare written material such as reports, briefs, website content
• Administer programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in rural and urban areas
• Perform administrative tasks
• Advise clients on advertising or sales promotion strategies
• Answer written and oral inquiries
• Initiate and maintain contact with the media
• Design market research questionnaires
• Design, conduct and analyze quantitative and qualitative research projects
• Conduct online marketing, E-commerce and Website promotions
• Develop marketing strategies
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support