Job Description

Immigrant Services Communications & Information Specialist FULL TIME Contract START DATE: February 2023 REGION: Waterloo Region & Stratford-Perth, ON Are you passionate about connecting newcomers and their families with local resources and supports? Do you have experience in marketing, engaging the community with effective website, promotion and social media strategies? Do you want to grow and learn as you continue your career? Who we are\xe2\x80\xa6 YMCA Immigrant Services support newcomers: youth and adults in settling in their new society. In addition to Language assessment services, we provide comprehensive one- one, family and group information and orientation sessions, wrap around supports, case management and variety of community connections services to newcomers in Waterloo Region and Stratford-Perth County. The YMCA of Three Rivers is one of the community\xe2\x80\x99s largest non-profit organizations. We are dedicated to the enrichment of our communities through the development of people and families. Through our work, we foster belonging and wellbeing, and dedicate ourselves to building a healthy and vibrant community every day and as one of the Lead Settlement Agencies in Waterloo Region and Stratford-Perth County; we know that the settlement and integration of newcomers is an important piece of building welcoming and inclusive communities where everyone feels they belong. What you will do\xe2\x80\xa6 You will take creative lead on all mainstream social media channels for Immigrant Services. You will monitor and identify success metrics and develop tools and strategies for brand-building. Your work will provide an engaging and consistent Immigrant Services presence that includes our website, social media, program promotions and community engagement. Your work will ensure that we fulfill the Immigrant Services communications strategies and guidelines identified by the funders and that engage participants and community partners in innovative ways. This work will provide opportunities to participate in community events and YMCA programs that can take place in the evenings and on weekends. What you will bring\xe2\x80\xa6 Ideally, you have 1-3 years of experience in website, promotions, communications and marketing for social service related organizations and are ready to take on a new challenge at this point in your career. You have a passion for connecting with the community and developing creative ways to communicate and share information with diverse group of stakeholders and audiences. You have a commitment to working in socially inclusive environments, responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to diverse needs. You have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with a focus on building strong relationships and partnerships. What you will gain\xe2\x80\xa6 You will be an integral part of a team that is committed to providing high quality Immigrant Services programs and services across Waterloo Region and Perth County. Overall, you will join a dynamic team and an organization that has a massive impact across our community. You will be joining a local organization but you will also be part of a global movement. Your work will have impact and the community we call home will be a little better every day because of you. If you are an external candidate interested in joining our team, please click the apply button below to create an application. Internal candidates can apply through the internal career centre by clicking here . The YMCA of Three Rivers embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA of Three Rivers. The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation and privacy laws. In keeping with privacy laws, we are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information handling practices. For more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers\xe2\x80\x99 commitment to privacy, please visit our website. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.