Job Description

Company Description

CAWST is a Canadian charity and licensed engineering firm. We address the global need for safe drinking water and sanitation by building local knowledge and skills on household solutions people can implement themselves.

At the heart of everything we do is our belief that when people have their basic water and sanitation needs met, they have the opportunity to succeed. This is what drives our dedicated team to work with a global network of more than 1,500 clients and partners. Together, we have reached almost 35 million people since our inception in 2001.

Collectively, we are making a difference at a scale beyond what any of us could do individually. But our job isn\xe2\x80\x99t done yet and we need you to help us expand our reach.



The Position: Marketing & Communications Coordinator (Intern)

Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Contract (12 months)

Location: CAWST is based in Calgary, Alberta

Compensation: Hourly, $20.00 CAD per hour

Start Date: April 29, 2024

Application Deadline: February 23, 2024

Do you dream of your work making a difference in the world? CAWST is an international development organization with a focus on Sustainable Development Goal 6 - water and sanitation for all - and we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for an organized, reliable, and passionate self-starter to support our marketing and communications efforts.

You will play a key role in reaching our global audience, sharing information about CAWST services and encouraging interest and engagement with learning opportunities, training resources and tools for the water, sanitation and hygiene sector. You will also support the team to increase awareness about CAWST and our cause.

In this role you will:

• Execute strategic marketing plans and collect data to support reporting
• Support the marketing team with research to identify opportunities and make informed decisions
• Support content creation for multiple channels including email, web and social media
• Coordinate publication of content across channels
• Support marketing processes and project coordination
• Support all things data - analytics, email lists and more
• Be part of a supportive team full of kind and highly driven people

We are looking for someone who is ready to dive in, learn, and get things done! We won\xe2\x80\x99t ask you to be an expert in all of the above, but we will expect you to be curious and proactive, ask questions, seek clarification, and apply critical thinking to solve problems.

Applicants must be available to work from our Calgary office for at least four days per week (Monday to Thursday), with flexibility to work from home on some Fridays (task dependent). Some evening and/or weekend hours may be required for events in Calgary, and some Fridays may be required in the office. Our office is conveniently located close to public transportation, and any other locations for events in Calgary will be communicated well in advance.

Responsibilities

• Creating and publishing multi-channel content
• Coordinating translation of written content
• Editing photo and video assets
• Collecting and sharing data, providing recommendations to optimize outbound marketing
• Building contact list segments and email campaigns
• Maintaining hygiene in CAWST\xe2\x80\x99s digital asset management and customer relationship management systems
• Assisting with coordination, execution and follow-up for events when necessary
• Attending regular meetings with your team and supervisor
• Additional support for marketing and communications initiatives as required
• Any and all other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications

• This position is open to all education levels and areas of study. Preference may be given to those with specialization and/or experience in communications or marketing.
• Ability to conduct self-directed learning on marketing technology is key to success.
• Fluency with Canva
• Experience with social media management
• Experience with Office 365 and Slack
• Experience with Monday.com and Microsoft D365 is an asset, but not a requirement
• French or Spanish fluency is an asset, but not a requirement

Qualities we are looking for

• Passionate and committed about CAWST and our cause
• Relentless researcher, able to find and clearly communicate information, formulate options and recommendations
• Organized and motivated professional, driven to achieve goals, with superior time management and organizational skills
• Accountable team player, you take your commitments seriously and keep your team informed
• Detail-oriented, you take pride in making sure nothing gets missed

Self-starter with demonstrated ability to take initiative and seek consultation

Additional Information

Benefits of working at CAWST:

• A meaningful role, making a difference every day for people living without basic water and sanitation
• A workplace culture where collaboration and innovation are fostered
• Rich on-the-job experiences and professional development opportunities
• Strong promotion of work-life balance and flexible work environment

When applying, please include:

A cover letter that gives an overview of your experience as it applies to this role, and explains why you are excited about joining our team

Your resume

CAWST values equitable opportunities, sustainable solutions, and collaborative and inclusive processes. CAWST recognizes and accepts differences in cultural, religious, and political processes and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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