MARKETING SPECIALIST (HYBRID)

Green Shield Canada (GSC); Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Shield Canada is seeking a Marketing Specialist who will manage project initiatives and support marketing strategies in a fast-paced environment. This role involves project coordination, reporting, and proactive relationship building to drive team success. Candidates should have a knack for creativity, strong organizational skills, and at least 3 years of experience in marketing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in marketing and/or agency.
• Skilled and organized in project management.
• Proficient in digital marketing principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project coordination ensuring tasks are completed on time.
• Track project progress, maintain timelines, and update Asana.
• Develop project briefs, coordinate internal resources.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Writing

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration & Relationship Building

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Asana Work Management Tool

Job description

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for waysto push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, ourfounder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her healthby forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. Heknew there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s firstprepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a missionto support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’rethe only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage andcare together, all in one place.

We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a betterway and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach thattakes care of the mind and body.

Our mission is to create better health for allCanadians, and we know that starts with our employees.

THEROLE IN A NUTSHELL

GreenShield is undergoing an exciting transformation, and we’re looking for someone driven to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with an innovative and curious mindset.

The Marketing Specialist plays a crucial role in the team's growth. In this role, you'll manage and prioritize project initiatives, assist with the planning and execution of key marketing initiatives and support processes through strong organizational skills. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines with ease. A proactive mindset, eagerness to learn, and the ability to take initiative are essential for driving the team’s success and ensuring the smooth execution of projects

Project Management and Operational Support

• Assist with project coordination and management ensuring tasks are completed on time, on budget, and within scope.
• Track project progress, maintain timelines, and update Asana with task details.
• Act as a liaison for internal approvals related to Marketing and wider team initiatives.
• Prepare project plans, workbacks and status reports for ongoing projects, ensuring all team members and stakeholders are informed.
• Develop project briefs, coordinate internal resources, and follow up on deadlines.
• Organize and maintain shared files, ensuring easy access to up-to-date assets and documentation.
• Assist in tracking and reconciling budgets for the department, ensuring that invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Support the marketing and product team in compiling performance reporting.
• Research, stay on top of market and competitive trends. \

To succeed in this role

• You’ve worked in fast paced marketing and / or agency environments.
• You achieve outcomes by cultivating robust relationships founded on trust.
• You’re curious and are great at writing and storytelling.
• You’re skilled and organized in project management, with resourcefulness and attention to detail.
• You’re creative with a readiness to try new approaches.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Experience : 3+ years of relevant experience in marketing and / or agency

Education : Bachelor’s degree in a related field or qualifications based on experience.

Knowledge

• Marketing channels with an emphasis on digital marketing principles
• Project management principles and practices
• Asana Work Management Tool would be an asset, but not required

Skills :

• Project Management
• Communication
• Writing
• Budget Management
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Thinking
• Collaboration & Relationship Building
• Multitasking

Abilities :

• Confident presence, able to influence and work effectively across all levels.
• A team player, able to work collaboratively with and through others.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) to clearly articulate messages and inspire a variety of audiences
• Comfort working independently through ambiguous situations.
• Resilient and tenacious, with a propensity to persevere.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use digital tools, software, and analytics.
• Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• A robust sense of humour is required – we are serious about humour.

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just ameans to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard andvalued. Because that’s what it takesto create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And we’redriven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that yourworkplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. That’s why we provide aplace where you can be inspired, challenged, and rewarded.

Where your growth means our growth.

Where your voice is heard and valued.

Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters.

We believe our people arecritical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger, smarter andmore informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diversebackgrounds, perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture topositively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isn’t just about personalachievements, it's about making adifference together.

Here’s to Better Health for All!

Proficiency in English is requiredfor this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicatewith colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for thisposition, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles,collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of ourorganization.

GS supports diversity, equity andinclusion in our teams and communities, and we value the unique contributionsmade by all. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly to everyrequirement, we invite you to apply. We encourage applications fromall candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislationthroughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let usknow of any accommodation through [e-mail]. Information received relating toaccommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Providing this information givesGS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability forspecific positions, future opportunities or for your personnel file. Yourrésumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by theOrganization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used foraggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).

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