Coordinator, Marketing & Communications

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Who Are We Were an amazing team doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us compassion accountability respect inclusivity courage and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family have a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; its a journey were dedicated to actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma informed organization we create a safe and supportive environment promoting healing and resilience.

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work please review the position below to see if theres a fit with your skills and experience.

What Are We Looking For

• Position Title Coordinator Marketing & Communications
  
• Job Type Full time
  
• Department Philanthropy and Campaigns
  
• Reports to Manager Marketing & Communications

Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager Marketing & Communications the Coordinator Marketing & Communications plays a supportive role in the development of engaging communications materials and digital content. This position assists in implementing strategies to enhance the organizations visibility brand and fundraising efforts. The Coordinator contributes to storytelling content creation and day-to-day communications activities that help share Inn from the Colds mission with the broader public. Working closely with the Marketing & Communications team and other departments the Coordinator helps ensure consistent timely and meaningful communications that reinforce Inn from the Colds role as a trusted leader in supporting families experiencing homelessness.

What Youll Do

• Support the day-to-day activities of the Marketing & Communications Team by assisting with communications and marketing tasks that help strengthen Inn from the Colds voice and presence in the community.
  
• Assist with the implementation of the organizations marketing communications strategy by helping create and distribute educational and engaging content.
  
• Provide support in developing digital storytelling and advocacy content for online and social media platforms.
  
• Assist in drafting and editing written content for various communications and fundraising materials including blogs newsletters fact sheets and social media posts.
  
• Help create visual assets by supporting the development of videos photos graphics and other branded materials.
  
• Assist with posting and monitoring content on Inn from the Colds social media channels (e.g. Facebook LinkedIn Instagram YouTube).
  
• Support the coordination and distribution of the monthly external newsletter The INNside Scoop.
  
• Assist with the creation and formatting of internal communications such as the monthly staff newsletter The INNsider.
  
• Provide logistical and administrative support for community engagement events.
  
• Assist with media relations tasks such as compiling media lists tracking coverage and supporting the drafting of press materials.

This position description reflects the general duties of the role but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. The Coordinator Marketing & Communications may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.

What You Bring to Our Mission

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in marketing communications journalism public relations or digital marketing
  
• One to three years of professional communications marketing or public relations experience is preferred although a new graduate will be considered
  
• Proven aptitude with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office365
  
• Strong working knowledge of WordPress MailChimp Hootsuite Google Analytics and Google Ads
  
• Familiarity with videography editing and photography is considered an asset
  
• Familiarity with writing and design for social media and web generating traffic and engagement
  What We Offer We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total compensation to all staff including:
  
• Competitive salary where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum
  
• Focus on health and wellbeing including access to employer paid extended health benefits dental benefits annual health spending account and employer matched RRSP contributions
  
• Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
  
• Work life balance including paid vacation starting at three weeks wellness days and 12 paid statutory holidays
  
• Supportive and flexible work environment with ongoing training and development opportunities
  
• Potlucks celebrations employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun
  
• Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
  
• Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

What We Offer
We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total compensation to all staff including:

• Competitive salary where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum
  
• Focus on health and wellbeing including access to employer paid extended health benefits dental benefits annual health spending account and employer matched RRSP contributions
  
• Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program
  
• Work life balance including paid vacation starting at three weeks wellness days and 12 paid statutory holidays
  
• Supportive and flexible work environment with ongoing training and development opportunities
  
• Potlucks celebrations employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun
  
• Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
  
• Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Our Commitment

Join us in a workplace where your actions contribute to breaking down barriers fostering equity and creating a truly inclusive and antiracist space. At Inn from the Cold youre not just an employee but a crucial part of a community making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion: The INN is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about our mission and can contribute to our team we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of talents and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression family status marital status sexual orientation national origin genetics neurodiversity disability age or veteran status or any other non-merit-based or legally protected grounds.

Join Our Team

We are excited to hear from you! We invite you to join our movement to end family homelessness in our city. If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications above please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply Now.

The successful candidate must satisfactorily complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.

Inn from the Cold is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation please contact us at before your interview.

Required Experience:

Manager