Communications Assistant - Fall 2026

Conestoga Students Incorporated•Kitchener, ON

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Assistant is responsible for assisting in external communications, press releases, general administrative tasks, as well as assisting in all communication aspects of web, social media presence, and content. The Communications Assistant ensures accuracy and consistency of CSI branding and corporate identity across all marketing and communication platforms. In carrying out the duties of this position, a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final overview by the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. It is also important that the Communications Assistant works extremely closely with the supervisor to ensure that they are up-to-date on the basic overall operations of CSI’s communications. In all activities, it is crucial that the Communications Assistant recognizes that service to students is a top priority. You will learn to: Identify and respond to advertising and marketing objectives by applying principles of marketing and communications, and adhering to current industry standards and business practices. Develop, curate, and post branded content on a variety of social media platforms to support the production of effective, timely communications appropriate for diverse channels and audiences. Use various sources, research tools and results, and apply analytical skills to determine the effectiveness of various communication strategies and tactics, and measure of the impact of public relations activities.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College and be a fee-paying student
Knowledge in creating and editing press releases, company statements and speeches
Familiarity with social media platforms, apps, programming, and editing software’s
Ability to think creatively and produce thought-provoking marketing campaign material
Highly organized and skilled time management
Ability to balance multiple competing priorities while maintaining quality of work and meeting deadlines
Consistent and reliable access to a stable internet connection
Be in a full-time degree, diploma, or certificate program at Conestoga College
Maintain a full-time course load. Part-time studies may be allowed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services and require a reduced load.
For Spring term positions (May to August), students must be returning to full-time studies in the Fall term to be eligible.
Have a valid Social Insurance Number
Hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on-campus employment (for international students)
Adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit (for international students)
Adhere to all Canadian student visa requirements (for international students)

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to those in a program related to public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field

Responsibilities

Assist the Marketing & Events team in developing targeted marketing campaigns
Assist with administrative tasks to support the various outputs and requirements of marketing and communication projects
Assist in development of external communications – company presentations, training programs, paper media, social media, website, etc.
Produce creative writing for print and digital applications to drive development of CSI’s campaigns and social media efforts
Edit & proofread external communications/marketing, ensuring all communication distributed to students and college are compliant with AODA
Assist in creation of content and posts for social media – Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, website, etc.
Assist with social media contest rewards, prizing, gift bags, etc.
Monitor CSI social media for accuracy related to services, representation, activities, and updates
Revise college student guides and documents annually to ensure CSI is accurately represented
Respond to student comments or inquiries on social media
Assist in management of annual sponsors, ensuring sold sponsorship space is accurately included in external media outreach
Assist in classroom presentations where required
Ensure goals and targets for marketing & events are met as outlined in the annual CSI Marketing & Communications Plan
Send all facility requests to the Administrative Assistant to have requests filled
Assist in the setup, production and clean-up of events where required
Work in accordance with corporate by-laws, policies, and procedures, particularly to the CSI Mission Statement
Adhere strictly to health & safety laws, policies, and procedures
Maintain confidentiality for business practices
Work in an organized manner where detail, accuracy and confidentiality are critical
Mandatory attendance at CSI related training days
Other duties as assigned