Job Description

Mid Island Co-op is hiring a Community Relations and Marketing Coordinator at our Administration Office in Nanaimo, British Columbia Are you looking for a career in Community Relations and Marketing? Do you have excellent organization and problem-solving skills, strong time and project management skills and the ability to communicate complex information in a manner that can be easily understood? This may be the job for you! Things you\xe2\x80\x99ll do: Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Community Relations and Marketing Coordinator will support the development and implementation of successful community relations and marketing initiatives to strengthen the Mid Island Co-op brands across the Co-op\xe2\x80\x99s trading area.

• Support the development and execution of community relation strategies and activities including events;
• Oversee the implementation of donations, sponsorships and key community partnerships as part the Co-op community engagement strategies;
• Work with media, event organizers, to ensure project goals, timelines and budget are maximized;
• Be the Co-op\xe2\x80\x99s key liaison and public relations representative within the Co-op\xe2\x80\x99s trading area and assist in coordinating local team member involvement;
• Participate in the modification and implementation of brand plans, marketing/sales campaigns, promotions and advertising;
• Oversee and monitor Mid Island Co-op\xe2\x80\x99s digital media and online presence; conducts communication through social media networks and tools and may respond to external customer inquiries, complaints and comments;
• Conduct market research and monitors competitor activity directly impacting the Co-op to identify opportunities and trends within existing and new market segments;
• Provide recommendations on innovative ideas for articles, press releases, and events;
• Develop and foster strong working relationships with others across multiple departments to exchange/report/present information, advise and collaborate on issues/solutions.
• Represent Mid Island Co-op by being an ambassador and demonstrating our values of Community, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Apply to become our Community Relations & Marketing Coordinator today if you have a post-secondary education in Business with 2 or more years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in Community Relations and/or Marketing (a combination of education, training and experience will be considered). You have strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, advanced proficiency in Office 365, and knowledge of traditional and digital marketing, content and social media marketing. Event planning experience would be an asset. A Class 5 Drivers License and Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Abstract is required. Who we are: Mid Island Co-op is a different kind of business. If you\xe2\x80\x99re a member, you\xe2\x80\x99re an owner. We support and invest in our community because we live here too. With gas bars and liquor stores located throughout Central and Northern Vancouver Island, we pride ourselves on providing quality services and products to our customers. At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we\xe2\x80\x99re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Please note that all positions require a criminal background check, and our safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing (paid for by Mid Island Co-op). We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From $52,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: In person