Job Description

PURPOSE

As one of Ottawa's largest child and youth-serving charitable organizations, BGC Ottawa provides FREE, subsidized, and cost-efficient community-based services and life-changing programs to an annual average of 5,000 young Members each year. We provide safe, supportive places where all kids and teens, of all backgrounds, can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, and develop confidence and skills for life. From anti-racism to Reconciliation to LGBTQ2S+, food security to scholarships to job readiness, our programs battle systemic issues with systemic solutions: equity, acceptance, support and opportunity. As a growing team that embraces different ways of thinking, abilities and experiences, we aim to make our staff feel safe. We want you to feel heard, respected and empowered. We believe in our diverse shared power as being the key to serving our members, volunteers, community and each other with the utmost care. BGC Ottawa is about building positive and inclusive environments for all.

GENERAL SUMMARY

BGC Ottawa is seeking a creative and motivated Content & Storytelling Intern to support the Advancement Team in sharing the Club's impact with donors, partners and the community. This internship offers hands-on experience in content creation, digital storytelling and nonprofit communications. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Marketing and Communications, the intern will work collaboratively with the Advancement Team and Clubhouse staff to help bring BGC Ottawa's mission, programs and people to life through compelling stories and digital content.

RESPONSIBILITIES / ACTIVITIES

Major Responsibility 1: Content creation and storytelling

Support the development and execution of a content calendar for BGC Ottawa's digital platforms. Create original content (written, photo and video) for the website, social media channels, newsletters, donor communications and marketing materials. Capture compelling stories from BGC Ottawa programs and daily Clubhouse life that highlight Members, staff, volunteers and community impact. Assist with content creation for fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship initiatives and special events. Support social media campaigns tied to marquee events and campaigns, ensuring sponsor recognition requirements are met. Organize and maintain shared content libraries, including photos, videos and written assets.

Major Responsibility 2: Advancement and stewardship support (content-related)

Assist with donor stewardship communications, including drafting thank-you messages, welcome materials and impact updates. Support storytelling elements for donor and sponsor communications, such as short profiles, event recaps and impact highlights. Help document events, sponsor activations and campaigns through photos, videos and written summaries.

Other

Monitor basic website and social media performance metrics and assist with reporting. Other duties related to marketing, communications and storytelling as assigned by the Senior Manager, Marketing and Communications.

Ideal candidate

Enrolled in or recently graduated from a communications, marketing, journalism, media, nonprofit management or related program. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on storytelling. Comfortable creating content for a variety of digital platforms. Interest in photography, videography or basic design tools is an asset. Passion for community impact and working with children and youth. Strong attention to detail, highly organized and eager to learn. Multilingualism is an asset (French, Arabic, Somali).

Common tools used

Design: Canva Management: Hootsuite, Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Social media: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube Writing/Collaboration: Microsoft Office Analytics: Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite

What you will gain

Hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, communications and storytelling. Exposure to donor communications and fundraising-related content. Opportunities to build a professional portfolio with real-world content. Mentorship and guidance from experienced fundraising and communications professionals.

Position requirements

Valid Driver's License and/or access to transportation. Current police record check (vulnerable sector). Ability to work evenings and weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS

These are the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of the work is performed in an indoor aquatic environment that is generally clean and comfortable. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach, climb, bend, kneel and occasionally lift equipment. Vision requirements include the ability to focus on a computer screen for extended periods. Noise levels are typically moderate to loud. Evening and weekend work is required based on programming. BGC Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. This means all job applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

BGC Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.