Marketing Communications Specialist

Job Title: Marketing & Communications Specialist

Status: Regular Full Time (Union position)

Hours: 35 hours/week

Schedule: Monday Friday (some evenings and weekends as required)

Grid: 12

Wage: $29.17/hr $33.49/hr (starting at $29.17/hr)

Start Date: April 2025

Date Posted: March 19 2025

Please note that internal applicants must apply by March 25 2025 internal applications received after this date will not be considered as internal and seniority will not apply. position will remain open until filled.

The Opportunity:

DIVERSEcity is seeking a fulltime Marketing & Communications Specialist to join our team to support the nonprofit organization as a whole as well as its diverse programs services and events. This position will support the marketing and communications team and will be responsible for producing and promoting print and digital communications collateral with the goal of engaging existing and potential clients and stakeholders and raising the organizations profile and thought leadership in the community. Storytelling and social media marketing are integral to the role as well as other tasks and duties required to support content campaigns thought leadership and events.

The key areas of responsibility are:

• Research write and edit magazinestyle stories about people and issues for various purposes including press releases articles enewsletters flyers brochures outreach packages publications and more;
• Write and design flyers and brochures to agency brand standards;
• Create multimedia posts for social media and website;
• Support internal communications through helping develop internal news bulletin staff events and workshops staff manuals
• Help with updating website calendars and Google Adwords and tracking digital analytics;
• Analyze and report on effectiveness of marketing and public relations programs;
• Develop and post social media content and help develop social media calendars;
• Liaise with program teams to develop marketing content and plans;
• Liaise with media and thirdparty stakeholders to promote organization events announcements and programs;
• Develop new marketing and PR opportunities to advance the organizations strategic priorities;
• Help plan and promote events and support various program teams attendance at community events and festivals with preparation of tabling material.
• Attend some events as needed with some flexibility for evening and weekend events;
• Manage and upkeep the photo archive contact lists and ad and press clippings;
• Adhere to Society and department Policies and Procedures;
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager.

Qualified candidates will possess:

• Diploma in marketing communications or equivalent plus minimum 2 years of professional employment experience preferably with a combination of corporate and notforprofit exposure;
• Published examples of issuesbased articles and people profiles from a journalism or corporate/nonprofit setting;
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills;
• Excellent creative writing skills editing skills and an understanding of how to develop compelling content;
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment and juggle multiple projects at a time;
• Ability to follow corporate style guides and ensure brand consistencywith a keen attention for detail and proofreading;
• Experience with social media multimedia/video content Google Adwords;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office WordPress and Adobe Suite software; graphic design training preferred;
• Basic photography and videography skills;
• Knowledge ofdiversity and social justice issues with a focus on Surrey Delta Langley and White Rock is an asset;
• All other duties as assigned.

A Criminal Record Check is a requirement of employment.

Please note that we currently have staff on the recall list. If an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy the provisions under Article 13.5 Recall of the Collective Agreement will apply and we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments. Please note that only Word or PDF formats can be accepted as part of the application process you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered. This position is not available for sponsorship only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered.

To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit INFORMATION:

This position is based in our Surrey office and is currently a blend of remote and inperson services. DIVERSEcity has implemented new safety procedures for inoffice and inperson work to view our safety plan please visit Successful candidates will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry out their duties ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.

A comprehensive job description will be provided to all candidates shortlisted for interviews.

DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions persons with disabilities Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department at . Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

About DIVERSEcity

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registered charity devoted to helping newcomers. For 45 years we have focused on providing specialized services newcomers to find employment learn English find housing deal with family challenges work through mental health issues and access medical care. DIVERSEcity is a clientcentred organization committed to quality and accountability. We value growth respect integrity and compassion. To learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.