Marketing Coordinator – Canada Summer Jobs

Organization Background:

 

For more than 100 years, AdvantAge Ontario has been the voice of not-for-profit seniors’ care in Ontario. We represent more than 500 providers of long-term care, seniors’ housing, supportive housing and community service agencies, including 98 per cent of all municipal long-term care homes and 83 per cent of all not-for-profit long-term care homes.  

 

We are focused on the important work that members do and on giving them the supports and resources they need including advocacy, education, communications, and member programs and services.

Statement of Values

• Inclusion and diversity – we strive to provide a workplace that recognizes diversity and is safe and inclusive.
• Respect – we show respect by demonstrating trust and integrity in all interactions.
• Empathy – we are empathetic and kind to our members, colleagues and ourselves.
• Fairness – we are fair and equitable in all we do.
• Passion – we have a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Placement Format:

Fully remote/virtual

Model of Supervision

One-to-one weekly remote supervision

Department/Program:

Education and Communications and Membership departments.

Population(s):

Employees, seniors, members

Field Placement Details

The incumbent will work with Manager, Communications & Member Services and Education Manager to assist with various social media tasks and events activities.

Please note that this position is based on funding by Canada Summer Jobs and requires candidates to meet specific eligibility requirements including:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

The position is 8 weeks in duration, scheduled for 35 hours per week, with compensation set at $18.60 per hour.

Tasks & Activities:

-Assist with creating graphics for educational events and social media channels

-Coordinate social media posts

- Update and audit Association website

- Assist with careers web postings and broadcast emails

- Conduct regular media scans

- Assist with marketing plans for education events

- Assist with event registrations

- Assist with education evaluation reports

Requirements:

• Excellent social media and web skills
• Computer- Student must have exclusive access to a computer (i.e., not shared with others)

• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel)

• Must have microphone and webcam for online meetings, reliable Internet Access
• Cell phone/ Land line (asset)

• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and demands.
• Self-starter with motivation to complete tasks in line with established goals and standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• High attention to detail, particularly when working with registrations, data entry, and digital platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify issues and support basic problem-solving related to event logistics and technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment is essential.

Student Assets and Requirements
Currently enrolled in or recently completed a relevant college or university program (e.g., Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing or Business Administration), or equivalent work experience.

The Association is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to race, nation or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and childbearing), sexual orientation, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability or pardoned criminal convictions, or any other category protected by law.

 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Association shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.