Full-time Communications Officer, Advancement and Strategy Appendix D / Temporary Assignment (3 Years)

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Department :

Advancement and Strategy

Position Type : Full-Time Support

Salary Range : 36.29-$42.13-Hourly

Sc heduled Weekly Hours :

36.25

Anticipated Start Date :

November 04, 2024

Length of Contract : 3 years

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date :

October 3, 2024

Please note : jobs are posted until 11 : 59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description :

Reporting to the VP Advancement & Strategy, the Communications Officer is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of an integrated communications strategy and plan to support the fundraising efforts and the alumni engagement program.

The key objective of the communications strategy is to mobilize, inspire, guide and engage donors, partners, volunteers, alumni and members of the College community, with the support of the institutional leadership, to help advance the mission and vision of Algonquin College. The Communications Officer works closely with the VP Advancement & Strategy, to discuss and shape the communications strategy and key initiatives based on the fundraising goals, programs and activities, the alumni programs and events, and the overall objectives of relationship management with the different advancement audiences.

The incumbent works in close collaboration with the different members of the Advancement and Strategy Management team to support their communications needs and liaises with the College Marketing and Communications team members, including the Faculty Marketing Officers, as appropriate, to align with marketing and communications goals and objectives of the College and leverage current College marketing and communications activities. The incumbent will ensure that all Advancement and Strategy communications are compliant with the College’s established branding guidelines and best practices.

The Communications Officer delivers high quality and sophisticated communications content with accurate and timely information to support and promote Advancement and Strategy’s goals and desired outcomes. The incumbent coordinates and supports all Advancement and Strategy communications activities including the development of marketing / promotional materials, the development and management of the fundraising case for support, website and social media content, donor relations activities and alumni events, alumni messaging and storytelling. The incumbent also provides writing and editing support to the members of the Advancement and Strategy team.

The Communications Officer meets frequently with the VP Advancement & Strategy and the management team to review the communications needs, track the various deliverables and discuss any communications issues.

The Communications Officer demonstrates trust, tact, political acuity and confidentiality in all activities, on and off campus, and has strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, time management and organizational skills. In particular, the incumbent demonstrates a high level of writing and editing skills which is a key function of this role.

Communications Planning

In collaboration with the VP Advancement & Strategy, the Communications Officer provides operational expertise in the development, planning, execution and evaluation of the Advancement and Strategy communications plan.

Writing and Editing

The Communications Officer is a key resource for the Advancement and Strategy Team from a writing and editing perspective, and determines those key areas where they can strategically contribute.

Electronic Communications

The Communications Officer coordinates with the Marketing and Communications resources of the College the various electronic communications for the different Advancement and Strategy activities.

Events

The Communications Officer provides support to the Advancement and Strategy Team for the planning and coordination of key fundraising, donor recognition and alumni engagement events and provides guidance on other general events planned and coordinated by various team members as part of their respective programs and activities.

Representation

The Communications Officer consults and liaises with the VP Advancement & Strategy and Team, College Marketing and Communications Teams as well as with Faculty Marketing Officers to ensure Advancement communications objectives are met and that communications activities and messaging are aligned and leveraged.

Required Qualifications :

Minimum of a two (2) year College diploma or equivalent qualification in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, English, Administration or non-profit management or in related field;

Minimum of five (5) years experience in the following :

Extensive experience in results-driven marketing and communications – in an academic environment or in the non-profit sector.

Relationship management and stakeholder relations experience.

Demonstrated project management and budget management expertise.

In-depth knowledge of web, digital and print production and graphic design best practices.

Experience in assigning and coordinating the work of others.

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and simultaneously co-ordinate a variety of activities.

Familiarity with fundraising strategies and activities and capacity to report on the impact of giving.

Familiarity with alumni relations or membership base organizations and the power of storytelling.

• Position is paid at Payband H
• Vacancy is for P21373

This position is subject to the terms of the Support Staff Collective Agreement :