Job Description

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Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Director, Communications, Student Life and Learning (SLL) and with a dotted line to the Director, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), the Communications Advisor, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion develops and executes communications plans, strategies, tactics and materials in support of the University\xe2\x80\x99s commitments under McGill\xe2\x80\x99s Strategic Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Plan.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement communications strategies and initiatives targeting the McGill community to support the EDI strategic directions of the University.
• Write and create content and oversee the production of materials for a variety of channels and mediums such as digital, social media, web content, articles, email, speaking notes, videos, and others. Provide strategic guidance on the selection and use of communications tools, and tactics such as internal media, social media, information and ad campaigns, and graphic design. Ensure that all materials are clear, up-to-date, well-written, use appropriate imagery and tone of voice, target intended audiences, and reflect McGill\xe2\x80\x99s identity and brand.
• Provide support in the development, creation, and placement of web content. Write and edit content in collaboration with SLL and EDI leadership and maintain a content/editorial calendar.
• Prepares and supports the development of all materials related to internal and external institutional EDI reporting requirements (Senate, Board, and its relevant committees).
• Coach, orient, and supervise various stakeholders (students, volunteers, staff, etc.) to assist with message delivery during awareness campaigns, activities, events, or commemorations.
• Liaise and collaborate with internal and external communications partners including the Communications and External Relations team, the Office of the Associate Provost, service providers (translation, photographers, videographers, graphic designers), etc.
• Act as a liaison between EDI and other administrative or academic offices or units of the university to strengthen relationships, ensure messages are accurate and harmonized, and avoid duplication.
• Establish and implement metrics to measure the success of communications strategies and tactics. Analyze trends and results, identify best communications practices, and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Undertake other tasks as required and assigned by the supervisor.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Superior writing and editing skills (bilingual preferred), with the ability to easily and readily adapt the tone to a given audience.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, time-management, and project-management skills, with a track record for meeting tight deadlines, providing proactive responses, and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to develop and implement communications plans and initiatives targeting internal and external audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and within a team; patience, good judgment, diplomacy, and political tact.
• Proven experience working with clients to assess and meet their communication needs.
• Knowledge of EDI concepts and deep understanding of the challenges faced by equity-seeking groups (post-secondary context an asset).

Other desired assets:

• Web Content Management System experience.
• Experience in communications in EDI.
• Experience working in the higher education sector.
• Specialized training and experience in anti-oppression, anti-racism, confronting anti-Black racism, discrimination, and decolonizing practices.

McGill University is an English-language university where day-to-day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 on a scale of 0-4.















Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor\'s Degree 3 Years Related Experience /





























Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 04) $62,550.00 - $78,190.00 - $93,830.00















Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time)





























Supervisor: Associate Director Communications





























Position End Date (If applicable): 2024-12-21















Deadline to Apply: 2023-11-17















McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca .