Job Description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact through strategic communications and marketing? The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick is seeking a dynamic and creative individual to join our team as a Communications Coordinator.

The Opportunity

As the Communications Coordinator, you will play a vital role in administering various communications, marketing, and social media strategies, ensuring they align with our mission and contribute to the fulfillment of YMCA goals.

Responsibilites

• Provide marketing and social media support for key YMCA programs.
• Maintain and update online marketing and communications strategies.
• Implement marketing strategies for YMCA lines of business.
• Uphold brand guidelines and messaging consistency.
• Generate compelling written and graphic content for various platforms.
• Review and update signage at Y sites for a consistent visual presence.
• Support organizing events for community engagement.
• Capture moments through photography and video.
• Collaborate on charity brand awareness and fundraising events.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor\'s Degree, Community College Diploma, in a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Graphic design experience required (Adobe InDesign, Canva).
• Experience in basic web design/editing is considered an asset.
• Proficient in social media content development and monitoring.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages considered an asset.
• Heightened sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
• Employment is contingent on having a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

What We Offer:

• YMCA membership
• In-house training and professional development opportunities
• Uniform and uniform allowance
• Personal \xe2\x80\x9cY Day\xe2\x80\x9d
• Competitive compensation package, including benefits and pension plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• Opportunities for cross-training across department
• Paid job related certifications (i.e. First aid/CPR)

We ask qualified applicants to submit their cover letter and resume. The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

YMCA of Greater Saint John