Communications Marketing and Events Coordinator

University of Guelph • Guelph, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) supports the University of Guelph’s pedagogical mission and provides expertise across our complex educational landscape. We invite applications for a Communications, Marketing and Events Coordinator to lead strategic communications planning, produce accessible and brand‑aligned content, manage web and SharePoint presence, steward social media channels, and coordinate OTL events that engage faculty, instructors, students, and partners. We are pleased to announce this exciting opportunity for a temporary, full-time Communications, Marketing and Events Coordinator to work with our team for one year.

Requirements

• Diploma in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field; training/knowledge in AODA standards, web content best practices, and brand compliance.
• 1.5 years of previous related experience.
• Familiarity with Drupal, ContentHub, Sharepoint, Maestro, LibCal platform; ability to design for web/print; comfort with analytics/metrics and SEO; familiarity with accessibility checks (e.g., alt text, contrast).
• Strong project management; excellent written, visual, and interpersonal communication; attention to brand and accessibility; ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• In addition, the ability to work independently and also effectively within a collaborative team environment is critical to the functions of this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the OTL website (Drupal/ContentHub); develop and maintain a central SharePoint for internal resources; coordinate content submissions; ensure content accuracy, AODA compliance, and SEO best practices (structure, metadata).
• Book spaces; build event pages (LibCal); send invitations; track RSVPs; place catering orders with Hospitality; confirm numbers/details; support event‑day logistics (signage, name tags, A/V liaison).
• Develop proactive communications and engagement plans aligned with OTL and U of G brand/strategy; create and maintain an annual critical path for campaigns; advise on unit‑wide initiatives for consistency; monitor brand standards and ensure compliance.
• Draft, proof, and edit copy for web, email, print, and slide decks; ensure voice, accuracy, and brand consistency; design the monthly OTL newsletter (graphics/layout) and distribute via Maestro; develop departmental templates and presentation materials; submit key events to U of G Insider.
• Define platform strategy, messages, and audiences; plan/create/schedule posts (graphics/text) with approvals; set editorial calendars each semester; monitor engagement; create brand‑consistent templates; track/analyze/report metrics and iterate content.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree