Job Description

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Hiring Unit:
Office of the Vice-President (Research & Innovation)

Position Summary:

The Digital Communications & Event Administrator supports the overall communications functions of the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation (R+I). Reporting to the Associate Director (AD), Research Communications and Marketing, they support the AD to create the necessary supporting communications content, including written and multimedia content, to build awareness of the units services, and of the universitys research grants and awards, research publications, events, and other initiatives. They are tasked with assisting with the development and maintenance of the R+I websites and social media accounts.

Main Responsibilities

• Generate content and administer the development of the R+I websites, including generating and publishing news, event promotions, updates to staff biographies, etc.
• Administer the R+I social media feeds and post content.
• Identify opportunities for R+I online and social media presences to develop new content and expand reach.
• Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns in support of McGills research mission and the communications, marketing, branding, and public affairs objectives of R+I.
• Write and edit press briefings and stories on topics such as faculty prizes and awards, research publications, staff achievements, activities, and events.
• Assist in the production of communications assets such as photos, videos, and graphic design for distribution through the universitys digital networks.
• Provide logistical support to organize the annual Bravo gala and other events as required.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Creativity and ability to see communications and marketing issues from multiple perspectives.
• Demonstrated communication skills (excellent command in spoken and written English, proficiency in spoken and written French an asset).
• Deep knowledge of social media platforms.
• Graphic and web design skills an asset (knowledge of layout and design concepts and software, such as Publisher and Photoshop).
• Familiarity with web management systems (Drupal) an asset.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• A high attention to detail to prepare documents that are consistently of the highest quality in terms of content, format, and design.

Minimum Education and Experience: High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary: (AMUSE C) $25.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week: 20.25 (Part time) Monday, Tuesday, Friday

Position Start Date: 2024-01-30

Position End Date: 2024-07-31

Deadline to Apply: 2024-02-08

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, .

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