Communications Assistant
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Communications Assistant
Job Title:Communications Assistant
Location: Sechelt In-office
Employment Type: Part-Time 21 hours per week.
Compensation: $25.89- $28.63
About CommunityServices:
Since1974 Sunshine Coast Community Services Society has been at the heart ofcreating positive change for people on the Sunshine Coast. With a legacy builton care dedication and adaptability we proudly offer over 30 impactfulprograms across the region. Our work spans four vital areas: Community Actionand Engagement Together Against Violence Child and Family Counselling and FamilyYouth and Childrens Services.
Guided byour core valuessocial justice interdependence diversity compassion andrespectwe are driven to empower individuals and strengthen our seeking passionate values-driven individuals who want to make a realdifference in the lives of others. If that sounds like you join us and be partof our meaningful journey!
About theRole:
TheCommunications Assistant supports the Sunshine Coast Community Services Society(SCCSS) by promoting its mission programs and events to both internal andexternal audiences. This role creates clear and compelling messaging anddelivers it through diverse channels including social media websites andnewsletters. The aim is to ensure stakeholders understand SCCSS what it doesand how they can get involved.
The CommunicationsAssistant is responsible for content creation graphic design writingediting and proofreading content for digital print and social media. Thisrole also involves applying brand guidelines consistently across allcommunications and updating and maintaining website content. The CommunicationsAssistant reports to the Communications & Fund Development Coordinator.
What Youll Do:
Content Creation & Coordination
- Writeedit proofread and publish content for print digital social mediawebsites and event materials.
- Collaboratewith program teams to gather stories quotes photos and statistics tohighlight the organizations impact.
- Maintaincontent calendars and support the development of the annual report.
Design & Brand Management
- Create andformat materials using Adobe InDesign while applying brand guidelinesconsistently across all communications.
- Edit andresize images create basic graphics and prepare files for both print anddigital distribution.
- Applyknowledge of print production requirements including bleeds vector formatsand color profiles.
Media & Digital Communications
- Update andmaintain website content.
- Manage andschedule social media content.
- Supportemail marketing campaigns.
- Assist withlogistics for interviews photo opportunities and media events.
Project & Event Support
- Assist withcommunications planning for events campaigns and initiatives.
- Maintainorganized communications files and asset libraries.
- Track andreport on performance metrics.
WhatYou Bring:
- Diplomaor degree in communications marketing journalism or a related field or anequivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimumof two years of related experience.
- Proficiencyin Adobe InDesign Microsoft Office Suite and comfort using Canva.
- Understandingof brand management and print production best practices including bleedscolor profiles and font management.
- Strongwriting editing and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Demonstratedexperience creating and publishing content across web social media and printplatforms.
- Excellentorganizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multipleprojects and deadlines effectively.
- Stronginterpersonal skills with the ability to adapt communication for diverseaudiences.
- Knowledge of the impacts of colonization including residential schools on Indigenous peoples.
- Experiencewith email marketing tools is considered an asset.
- Workingknowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator is considered an asset.
- Experiencein the non-profit sector is considered an asset.
Why Join Our Team
- Competitive and Transparent Compensation: We value fairness and clarity in ourwages.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Employer covers 100% of health benefits and 75% oflong-term disability premiums.
- Generous Vacation Time: Start with 3 weeks in your first year increasing to 4weeks in your second year.
- Wellness and Flexibility: Receive special leave annually forwellness personal needs and more.
- Community Impact: Be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference.
- Team Connection:Participate in our annual Off-Site Team Building Day with fun engagingactivities that foster collaboration and connection.
Additional information:
- Avalid drivers license is preferred
- Successfulcompletion of a criminal records check.
- This positionworks in an office environment with time spent at various locations (indoorsand outdoors) for different events and to provide support to volunteers andstaff.
- Liftingand moving of supplies office supplies and other related equipment.
- Movingof furniture such as setting up tables and chairs.
How to Apply:
Weare committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to allcandidates. If you require accommodations during any part of the applicationprocess please contact .
Weare an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of racereligion color national origin gender sexual orientation age maritalstatus veteran status or disability status.
Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.
Employment Type
Part-Time
