Communications Coordinator, University Relations

University of Saskatchewan•Saskatoon, SK

3d•CA$53,091 - CA$82,954•Onsite

About The Position

The communications coordinator supports the College of Medicine’s strategic communication priorities by assisting in the development, coordination, and dissemination of internal and external communications. The role involves creating and distributing a wide range of content including website updates, social media, news stories, and promotional materials to engage internal and external audiences. This position helps provide consistent messaging, brand alignment, and timely delivery of content across various platforms. The communications coordinator works collaboratively with communications professionals, faculty, staff, learners, and external partners to promote programs, events, and achievements through storytelling and communications campaign support. The role will support initiatives across the college, with a key focus on rural medicine and expansion-related priorities.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field
Minimum of three years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proven knowledge of marketing and communications best practices and ethics
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to think creatively
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and analytical skills
Effective organizational skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Cultural awareness and professionalism in all communications
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and communications software tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
Ability to travel within Saskatchewan to the college’s distributed and rural sites occasionally and work outside regular hours as required

Nice To Haves

Photography skills would be an asset

Responsibilities

Contributes to the development and execution of integrated communications and marketing plans aligned with college, school or unit priorities
Drafts, edits, and distributes content to support communications and marketing plans such as website updates, social media, internal and external communications and monitors engagement metrics
Develops and implements communications tactics that support rural medicine, distributed medical education and college expansion initiatives
Captures and coordinates photography and videography for use across digital, social media, web and print platforms, including travel to regional and rural sites as required
Assists in managing photo and video assets, including organizing archives and coordinating shoots
Supports the execution of communications campaigns and storytelling initiatives that highlight student success, faculty achievements, and institutional milestones
Adheres to branding and style guidelines in all communications
Provides logistical and administrative support for communications projects
Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment
Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility principles
Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others, and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement
Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position