Communications Assistant - Competition 2025-033
Communications Assistant - Competition 2025-033
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Job Description
Competition #2025033
Category: Full Time Term (Ends August 29 2025
Closing Date: April 28 2025
Position Summary
Under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Communications the Communications Assistant will help amplify the voices of First Nations in Manitoba by creating and sharing digital content across AMCs social media platforms. This role is an opportunity to contribute to communitydriven storytelling engage with digital media in a meaningful way and support advocacy efforts that reflect First Nations priorities.
This position is designed for a postsecondary student looking to gain handson experience in communications social media and digital storytelling while working in a dynamic environment that uplifts and centers around First Nations perspectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in creating and scheduling engaging content for AMCs social media platforms (Facebook Instagram X LinkedIn TikTok).
- Monitor online engagement respond to messages and interact with followers in a professional manner.
- Support content development including graphics shortform videos and promotional materials using design tools such as Canva Photoshop or similar software.
- Research and write social media posts that highlight key initiatives events and advocacy efforts of AMC.
- Track social media analytics and provide insights on engagement and growth strategies.
- Assist with event promotion live social media coverage and postevent content wrapups.
- Collaborate with the Communications team to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all platforms.
- Help maintain an organized digital asset library of photos videos and content for social media use.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education & Experience
- Currently enrolled in a postsecondary program in Indigenous Studies Communications Journalism Marketing Public Relations Digital Media or a related field.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms trends and content creation.
- Experience with social media management tools (e.g. Meta Business Suite Buffer Hootsuite) is an asset.
- Graphic design and video editing skills are an asset.
- Excellent writing proofreading and research skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fastpaced environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- A passion for First Nations advocacy and awareness of issues affecting First Nations in Manitoba.
Additional Requirements
- Must be available to work flexible hours including occasional evenings or weekends for special events.
- Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check upon hire.
- Preference will be given to First Nations applicants.
Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for qualifications and resume along with 3 professional reference listings (including a most recent employer reference) by4:00 p.m. Monday April 28 2025 to:
Human Resources
Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs
14th Floor 275 Portage Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R3B 2B3
Quote Competition # in your application.
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted. Preference will be given to First Nations people and applicants are asked to selfdeclare in their cover letter or resume. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
