Marketing Coordinator

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada•Kingston, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) is a national health services organization dedicated to empowering people who are blind or partially sighted to live safely and independently. Our certified specialists provide client-centered rehabilitation, mobility training, and daily living skills programs that help clients build confidence and thrive. We work collaboratively with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other health care professionals, offering essential care on a referral basis in homes, workplaces, and communities across the country. We value our employees as our greatest asset — and we’re committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. This funded position through the Canada Summer Jobs Program offers the opportunity to gain meaningful experience and learn practical skills associated with working in an organization that provides professional vision rehabilitation services. VLRC is seeking a motivated Marketing Coordinator to support the local team in Kingston, ON, with planning, implementation, and evaluation of promotion of services and programs to external partners. In this role, you will develop practical skills in community outreach, market research, digital and accessible communications, and content creation. The Marketing Coordinator will help strengthen VLRC’s presence across Kingston by supporting the development of outreach and communication strategies, conducting research on health and community organizations, and updating digital contact and referral databases. The position also provides exposure to assistive and accessible technology and offers opportunities to learn how AI-enabled tools support individuals with vision loss.

Requirements

Be enrolled in degree or diploma studies in related field.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Professional, articulate, confident presenter.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must be able to travel to community meetings, presentations, and appointments.
Must be able to conduct virtual presentations.
Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Protection Act
Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations. International students are not eligible.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a standard Vulnerable Sector Check.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with vision loss considered an asset.
Direct lived experience is valued as an asset.

Responsibilities

As directed by management, work with the team to launch an Outreach Strategy and Communication Plan to promote VLRC to relevant organizations in Kingston to increase community knowledge and capacity.
Establish a communication strategy with referring doctors to VLRC through direct written contact and social media options.
Update doctor contact spreadsheet.
Conduct research and data collection to identify local external health and community-based organizations serving a wide range of marginalized and underserved populations who may be experiencing vision loss.
Identify relevant external organizations who provide support to individuals with complex needs including individuals living with diabetes and other health conditions that may impact vision.
Update digital database of organizations supporting underserved populations and contacts, with a strong focus on data accuracy and quality, in order to share information about our services and our community referral form.
Create and deliver accessible virtual workshops to promote the benefits of VLRC programs and services to enhance understanding of resources available for vision rehabilitation.
Develop, format, and edit marketing and digital communication materials.
Conduct market, social media, and community engagement research to identify opportunities to enhance VLRC presence and outreach effectiveness.
Complete evaluation at the end of placement to provide feedback on experience and provide a detailed report on activities/projects completed.
Other related duties as required.