Social Media Coordinator (Young Canada Works)
About The Position
The Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) Canada is hiring a Social Media Coordinator (SMC) through the Canada Summer Jobs program. This is a position specifically for youth, aged 15 to 30. The Social Media Coordinator will create and manage social media and other digital campaigns around ICC’s General Assembly, our largest event that occurs every four years. The SMC role is responsible for curating and sharing engaging content that drives community engagement across all our media platforms. The SMC will gain valuable communications experience and transferable skills working in a small non-profit Indigenous Peoples’ organization as they work alongside ICC Canada staff and through participation in meetings with staff, partner organizations, and stakeholders.
Requirements
- Must be between 15 and 30 years old and meet all other Canada Summer Jobs criteria (as set by the Government of Canada)
- Experience in a social media, digital marketing, or communications role (including internships, co-op placements and volunteering)
- Familiarity with social media platforms trends and best practices (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube)
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience developing engaging content for social media and managing a content calendar
- Experience with content creation tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Suite)
- Creative and collaborative mindset, eager to contribute ideas
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Flexible in handling a variety of concurrent tasks, with solid time management abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse individuals
- Strong copy writing and editing skills
- Sensitivity to local, political and cultural issues
- Ability to adapt to a quickly changing environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with Inuktut an asset
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft 365
- Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Knowledge and understanding of Inuit culture, traditions, and current issues
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is an asset
Responsibilities
- Develop engaging content, including posts, visuals, and short-form videos, tailored to each platform
- Write clear and compelling copy and messages for all social media channels
- Track key metrics, identify trends, and summarize insights to support the communications strategy
- Manage the content calendar and plan campaigns to ensure timely and consistent posting
- Design visual content and digital materials using Canva and Adobe Suite
- Ensure brand consistency by adhering ICC’s brand and identity guidelines across all channels and materials
- Stay current with emerging social media trends, tools, and platform updates, and proactively suggest innovative approaches to content and engagement
- Maintain organized files, information logs, and record keeping for communications activities
- Collaborate with team members to plan and develop content and assist with other communications tasks as needed
Benefits
- Hybrid / fully remote / fully in-office environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
