Communications Coordinator

Invasive Species Council of BC•Vancouver, BC

2d•Remote

About The Position

As Communications Coordinator, you are passionate about creating engaging messaging and storytelling that helps people, from youth to seniors, understand invasive species and take ‘invasive-wise’ actions to help steward lands and waters in B.C. You collaborate virtually with a dynamic team to share key messages. Your role focuses on writing articles, managing social media, sharing stories, creating graphic designs, and supporting a range of communication needs. The Invasive Species Council of BC works with people in B.C. and partners across the province to address invasive species issues and promote stewardship of the lands, waters and communities. Invasive species impact individuals, communities, and economic sectors like agriculture and forestry. In this role, you will work on diverse ISCBC programs designed to support different people, businesses, organizations, and governments affected by or working on invasive species issues.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and write clearly and simply
Experience working with online communication tools (e.g., social media platforms, email tools, or website content systems)
Experience creating and posting social media content for an organization, project, or campaign
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Motivated, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative
Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills in relation to this role and non-profit work

Nice To Haves

Experience with a variety of communication tools, including Constant Contact, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar
Experience or education in communications, marketing, or a related field (including school or volunteer experience)
Knowledge and/or interest in invasive species and/or stewardship
Experience with graphic design

Responsibilities

Strong writing and storytelling to engage the reader
Create video and graphic content for social media, advertising, and e-learning courses
Support the development and implementation of communications plans for public awareness campaigns
Develop program resources and messaging, to support community stewardship projects and participation in ISCBC’s programs and events
Ideally, develop graphics to support communication and outreach and virtual and in-person presentations
Support the development and delivery of internal engagement activities (e.g. weekly newsletters, virtual coffee chats)
Support the development and design of key organizational resources, such as the annual report, research reports, posters, signage, etc.
Support media and press activities by gathering information for press releases, assisting with interview preparation, and maintaining records of completed media coverage for reporting