Marketing & Communications Coordinator

The Canada Games Centre (CGC) is a vibrant multi-sport community and recreation centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are a 176,000 sqft facility operated by a non-profit society committed to promoting physical literacy, fitness and wellness, and to supporting the needs of high performance sport & athlete development. The Centre runs sport and recreation programs, camps, fitness classes and so much more in an inclusive environment. Located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq people, the CGC acknowledges the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.

Together, we inspire healthy active living.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining strong stakeholder relations, as well as interacting with all Canada Games Centre departments to ensure communications collateral and other marketing reflect the brand accurately. The Marketing & Communications Coordinator will perform a range of administrative, communications and marketing duties as part of the daily operations of the Marketing and Communications department.

Responsibilities

Assist the Marketing & Communications Manager in coordinating various integrated communication, marketing, and administrative activities.

Marketing & Communications

• Monitor brand and follow brand standards
• Coordinate and execute the production or implementation of marketing and communication materials including e-newsletters, posters, brochures, signage, advertising, program guides and annual report
• Write, maintain, and update website content on a regular basis
• Collaborate on creative strategy development for all marketing and communications platforms
• Work with designers, photographers and videographers for promotional assets
• Work closely with fitness departments to keep class and program schedules accurate in a timely manner
• Track statistical information and prepare performance analysis reports
• Manage and develop image and video libraries
• Write and distribute press releases and media kits as needed
• Support marketing and communication efforts for all departments
• Assist in the planning and execution of facility events
• Assist in leadership, task assigning, and performance appraisal of Communications Assistant
• Manage relationships with partnerships, sponsorships and broadcast companies

Administrative

• Update weekly and quarterly fitness schedules (print and online)
• Track and coordinate membership asset requests
• Coordinate and monitor membership materials

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 – 5 years of related experience in marketing and communications
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and exceptionally organized with strong project management skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Strong understanding of marketing, communications, sponsorship, sales, advertising, and event management
• Superior written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work and communicate clearly, credibly, and effectively with various stakeholders
• Ability to multi-task, self-motivate, and be creative and member/customer focused
• Team player; energetic, innovative, and resourceful
• Passionate about sport, health, and wellness
• Experience executing integrated communications plans
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office. Proficiency in WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite (i.e., Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) considered an asset
• Understanding of web analytics and HTML considered an asset

Education

• Post-secondary degree or diploma; preferably in Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Business, or Commerce, or equivalent work experience

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time position (35+ hours per week) with flexible hours. Flexibility is needed to be on call when required from 5:30am-10:00pm, Monday through Sunday, to meet the needs of facility operations and demands
• Additionally fulfill Person on Duty (POD) shifts 2:30pm to 10:30pm on rotational evenings and weekends
• Exposure to loud noises and ability to concentrate in a busy environment

Compensation

Salary will be based on a range from $48,000 – $60,000 commensurate with education and level of experience.

Notes

• A successful Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry check will be required as part of the hiring process

What’s in it for you?

• Group benefits (cost-shared) and group RRSP plan
• Free facility membership
• A variety of discounted programs and services
• Free parking and proximity to Halifax Transit
• Amazing team environment
• Organization committed to extraordinary staff and customer experience
• Training and professional development opportunities

Applications Instructions

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@canadagamescentre.ca no later than July 29, 2026, at 5:00pm ADT.

Please include your full name and the position you are applying for in the subject line. Failure to properly identify your application or attach working documents may result in your application being omitted. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.

We are a welcoming and supportive environment whose goal is to be a diverse workplace representative of the citizens we serve. Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in occupations where they are under-represented, and the LGBTQIA2S+ community are encouraged to self-identify on your application.