Position Overview Student and Enrolment Services invites applications for a Marketing and Communications Specialist. This Full-time Limited Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. Under the direction and supervision of the Director, Student Experience Strategy, Marketing and Communications, the Marketing and Communications Specialist will develop and implement short-term and long-term marketing and communication strategies for programs coordinated by the Marketing and Communications unit, potentially in support of all eighteen SES units. While this position is a generalist role, by design, the primary unit (client group) supported is Student Services. Student Services is focused on ensuring a successful experience for students from orientation to graduation. The focus of this role is ensuring that students have timely, relevant, and accurate information about programs and services that are available on campus. This includes but is not limited to: Orientation, Life Design, Leadership, Food Security, and other programming.
Position Description Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

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  Projects undertaken are managed effectively, on time, on budget and aligned with SES marketing and communications strategic goals
• Effective multitasking skills are used to juggle many projects at once and prioritize appropriately
• Results oriented and takes initiative to identify areas for improvement as well as potential solutions
• SES unit partners are courteously provided with information, advice and assistance for their marketing and communication needs
• Services meet the continuously changing needs of the Marketing and Communications team and SES
• Develop highquality, accurate communication materials with timely, relevant, accurate and creative content
• Comfortably and effectively work with many different communication tools and content targeting many different audiences.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in written formats
• In consultation with SES departments/units and other appropriate stakeholders, assist in the development and implementation of an effective and focused marketing and communications plans, which result in communication initiatives (paper or electronic) that reflect institutional key messages and brand, and therefore support the University\'s strategic objectives
• Make recommendations based on available funding to effectively achieve goals and monitor expenditures related to communication and marketing
• Develop and write quality and timely communication materials, both print and online
• Research and write news releases, submissions for various university publications, student success stories, and newsletter articles as required
• Build and maintain good working relationships with stakeholders on and off campus
• Oversee the production, design, printing, and delivery of publications
• Conduct a regular review of client websites and ensure websites are up to date.
• Work with website development individuals to ensure SES communications projects are implemented
• Special projects as assigned

Qualifications / Requirements:

• A related university degree and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the communications and marketing field, particularly around strategic communications planning and implementation
• Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, visual design and production and project management
• Experience in producing and working in a variety of communication vehicles aimed at various internal and external audiences
• Communications experience in a large complex organization
• Excellent knowledge of post-secondary educational issues
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels, and with design, communications and printing services
• Ability to work to deadlines while managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with constantly shifting priorities
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and with a web content management system (CMS)
• Experience managing social media accounts for medium to large organizations
• A demonstrated understanding of graphic design principles, as well as some graphic design skills and experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills

Application Deadline: April 14th, 2023 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted. Additional Information This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist / Advisor Job Family, Phase 2. To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website. The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. About the University of Calgary The University of Calgary is Canada\'s leading next-generation university - a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation\'s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada\'s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca. The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do. As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca). We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.