Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Digital Organizing and Communications Lead to implement and manage our new CRM and digital communications system; to develop, organize and manage MWAC member, supporter and media communications; and to support communications for Migrant Rights Network.Salary: $54,315 - $63,306 per year (based on experience. Salaries are set on a grid, with staff moving up a step each year).Benefits: In lieu of benefits, an additional 10% of the salary will be paid until MWAC transitions to a benefits plan.Hours: The position is full time and entails a 35-hour work week. Some travel and evening/ weekend hours will be required. The successful candidate must be willing to be flexible and work hours required to meet MWAC's expectations.IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
This role may be perfect for you, if you:

• understand communications looks different for working class people
• are familiar with CRMs (we use Saleforce!)
• know how to use email marketing and digital marketing tools
• are strategic and can look at the big picture goals and know the small steps to get there
• are analytical and work well with deadlines and timelines
• have confidence in your abilities to do this role and will take ownership of your responsibilities
• have experience with social justice movements
• are familiar with immigration and employment justice

YOUR EXPERIENCE:
You are a communication pro with experience in a grassroots, volunteer OR work environment. You have experience:

• Creating social media posts, email blasts, and other verbal and written grassroots communications
• Supporting work that centers and takes direction from racialized communities, women, migrants and/or low-wage workers
• Managing external relationships (ie mainstream media journalist, vendors, etc)

WHAT WOULD YOU BE DOING?

• Managing systems and databases, including change management and troubleshooting (ie CRM, digital comms systems, etc)
• Creating new materials and communications including graphics, videos, newsletters and SMS
• Helping get media attention to migrant matters
• Build a clear vision and strategy for communications
• Updating all outward communications including websites and all social media accounts
• Collaborating and cross training with members and coworkers

APPLICANTS
We encourage applications from migrants, Black people, Indigenous people, people of colour, women, people who identify with disability, LGBTQ+ people and people from other equity-seeking groups that face systemic discrimination.We will prioritize qualified candidates with migrant experience and knowledge of Spanish and/or French.We understand that experience comes in different forms. If you believe you can do this role and you do not have all the qualifications, please still apply or reach out to us to discuss.LOCATION
This position would usually work out of our office at 720 Spadina Avenue in Toronto, which is a collaborative and inclusive shared space with other decent work organizations.Since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, our team has worked both remotely and in-person. Protocols are in place to ensure safe use of our office and we are in the office as appropriate and in line with public health advice.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentFlexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Why are you interested in working at MWAC as a Communications and Digital Organizing Lead?
• Please tell us about your experience creating copy, graphics, and other communication materials. Feel free to attach samples of social media graphics (including captions), media releases or posters you've created (no more than 3)
• Please tell us about your experience with CRMs and related databases.
• How have you supported work that centers racialized communities, women, migrants, low-wage workers or other marginalized communities?
• Are there ways we can meet your accessibility needs in this recruiting process?
• Would you like us to use specific pronouns when we refer to you? If you do not specify here, we will assume they/them/theirs until you tell us otherwise.